It’s no secret that Colorado is home to some absolutely fantastic wedding venues, many of which I’ve featured on my blog in the past. I’m lucky enough to get to call this state my home and document amazing celebrations of love at these wonderful venues. With that in mind, I thought it’d be fun to go through my favorite wedding venues across the state of Colorado that feature mountain views. Grab something to drink, a comfy seat, and settle in as we’re about to look through 26 of my favorites, starting with the Juniper Mountain House!
Juniper Mountain House in Evergreen, Colorado
A gorgeous, rustic, boutique hotel found in Evergreen, Colorado, this intimate wedding venue is the perfect option for couples looking for a small gathering space near Denver that still has breathtaking mountain views.
Key Notes and Amenities
- 30 Minutes from Denver
- 50 Guest Capacity
- Buyout Options Available
- Lodge Can Host up to 10 Overnight Guests
- 4 Package Options
- Outdoor Meadow Ceremony Space
- Covered Mountain View Deck Reception/Dinner Space
- Outdoor Tree Lined Driveway Cocktail/Reception Space
- Indoor Bar/Lounge Reception Space
- New Luxury Treehouses Under Construction
- Bar Packages
Burning Sky Farm in Boulder, Colorado
One of the most unique wedding venues you’ll find in all of Colorado, Burning Sky Farm is an Italian Villa style estate that features scenic views of the mountains of Boulder and the surrounding Colorado countryside!
Key Notes and Amenities
- 45 Minutes from Denver
- 150 Guest Capacity
- Incredible Italian Villa Style
- On-Site Getting Ready Spaces
- Setup and Teardown Assistance
- Tables and Chairs Included
- Tent Rental Options
Mountain View Ranch in Pine, Colorado
One of my favorite wedding venues found in Pine, Colorado, Mountain View Ranch lives up to its namesake thanks to the stellar mountain views the venue is known for. They also offer some incredible all inclusive package options that make your wedding planning SO simple!
Key Notes and Amenities
- 45 Minutes from Denver
- 200 Guest Capacity
- 3 Inclusive Package Options and 1 Build Your Own Option
- Dinner Catering Included in All Packages
- Beverages, Appetizers, Desserts, DJ, Furniture, and More Amenities Included in Various Other Packages
- Wedding Planning
- Indoor and Outdoor Venue Options
- Setup and Teardown Assistance
Blackstone River Ranch in Idaho Springs, Colorado
An absolutely perfect wedding venue with a beautiful, private space for your wedding day secluded in the mountains of Idaho Springs, Colorado. Blackstone River Ranch is a rustic styled wedding venue with modern amenities that offers a truly authentic Colorado wedding experience!
Key Notes and Amenities
- 45 Minutes from Denver
- 250 Guest Capacity
- Hosts One Wedding Per Day
- Tables and Chairs Included
- Multiple Package Options
- Separate Package Options for Elopements and Micro Weddings
- Outdoor Ceremony Space and Large Outdoor Tent for Receptions
- On-Site Getting Ready Space
- Nearby Lodging Partners
- Setup and Teardown Assistance
North Star Gatherings in Idaho Springs, Colorado
A gorgeous wedding venue and event space found in the mountains of Idaho Springs, Colorado. North Star Gatherings sits amidst 35 acres of stunning forests giving it a completely out of this world wedding day experience.
Key Notes and Amenities
- 45 Minutes from Denver
- 170 Guest Capacity
- Tables, Reception, and Ceremony Chairs Included
- On-Site Getting Ready Spaces
- Teardown Assistance
- On-Site Staff
- 12 Hour Day-Of Access
- Require a Professional Day-Of Coordinator and Pre-Approved Caterer
- Required to Choose from Their List of Caterers and Beverage Providers
- Outdoor Ceremony Deck, Indoor Reception Hall, and Covered Outdoor Cocktail Deck
Deer Creek Valley Ranch in Bailey, Colorado
An absolutely breathtaking wedding venue surrounded by the mountains of Bailey, Colorado. This Ranch features beautiful wide open spaces, an abundance of amenities, and a caring and compassionate staff that want to make the most of every celebration.
Key Notes and Amenities
- 45 Minutes from Denver
- 180 Guest Capacity
- Add-On Accommodations Available for up to 20 Guests to Stay on Site
- Venue Buyout Options
- Variety of Pricing Options Depending on Date and Size
- On-Site Getting Ready Suites
- Tables and Chairs Included
- 2 Separate Venue Options, The Barn and Homestead
- Outdoor Ceremony Spaces and an Indoor Fallback Option
- Venue Event Manager, Planner/Coordinator Included
- In-House Catering, Beverages, and Desserts
Deer Creek Mountain Camp in Bailey, Colorado
For couples looking for a wedding venue secluded in the mountains where they can have a full weekend getaway with all of their favorite people, this is the one for you! The Deer Creek Mountain Camp is a gorgeous rustic venue in Bailey, Colorado, and is the perfect getaway for your and your loved ones.
Key Notes and Amenities
- 1 Hour from Denver
- 160 Guest Indoor Capacity, 250 Guest Outdoor Capacity
- 3 Day, 2 Night Rental Requirement
- Lodging Options for up to 120 Guests
- On-Site Getting Ready Spaces
- 2 Indoor Spaces
- Outdoor Aspen Tree Ceremony Space
- On-Site Parking
- Large Catering Room and On-Site Kitchen
- Tables and Chairs Included
Ya Ya Farm & Orchard in Longmont, Colorado
One of the most unique and charming wedding venues in the mountains of Colorado, Ya Ya Farm & Orchard is a true blank slate wedding venue. Though you’ll need to provide or rent the décor, tables, chars, etc for your wedding day, the rustic style and gorgeous setting of this venue make it SO worth it.
Key Notes and Amenities
- 1 Hour from Denver
- 150 Guest Capacity
- On-Site Getting Ready Space
- Outdoor Ceremony Space and Indoor Barn Space
- Helpful and Accommodating Staff
- On-Site Farm Animals
- Blank Slate Wedding Venue
A-Basin in Keystone, Colorado
The Black Mountain Lodge of Arapahoe Basin is a dreamy wedding venue in the mountains of Keystone, Colorado. Between the mountain views, the chairlift ride to the venue, and the next level service, A-Basin has a LOT going for it!
Key Notes and Amenities
- Little Over 1 Hour from Denver
- 200 Guest Capacity
- Delicious On-Site Catering
- Event Manager and Day-Of Coordinator
- 5 Hour Event Time (with Additional Time for Decorating, Photos, and Rehearsal)
- Access to the Chairlift During Your 5 Hour Event
- Tables, Chairs, Linen, and Tableware Included (with Setup)
- Outdoor Ceremony Deck
- Indoor Reception Space
Devil’s Thumb Ranch in Tabernash, Colorado
One of the most beautiful wedding venues in the whole state, Devil’s Thumb Ranch is an all inclusive resort that doubles as a phenomenal wedding venue secluded in the mountains.
Key Notes and Amenities
- 1.5 Hours from Denver
- 250 Guest Capacity (220 with Live Band)
- Resident Beer Delivery Miniature Horses
- Customized On-Site Catering Menu
- Resort Lodging for Up to 300 Guests
- On-Site Getting Ready Spaces
- 2 Ceremony Spaces
- 2 Indoor Reception Spaces
- Customizable Package Options
- Tables, Chairs, Linens, and Tableware Included
- Multiple Lunch, Rehearsal, and Brunch Venue Options
Chasing Rabbits in Vail, Colorado
This incredibly funky wedding venue in Vail, Colorado may not have mountain views in the traditional sense, but they’re still there to enjoy! The modern space features different reception spaces ranging from a retro arcade to a classy speakeasy, with plenty of mountain portrait opportunities to enjoy outside of the venue!
Key Notes and Amenities
- 1.5 Hours from Denver
- Capacity Ranging from 14 to 250 Guests (Dependent on Venue)
- 4 Venue Options (Rabbit Hole, Moon Rabbit, The Library, The Restaurant)
- 4 Unique Settings to Choose From
- A Truly Unique Setting for a Wedding Reception
Meeker Park Lodge in Allenspark, Colorado
This 100 year old rustic wooden lodge acts as a wonderful wedding venue option in the mountains of Allenspark, Colorado. The venue has SO much character to it, and the breathtaking outdoor ceremony spaces are some of the most beautiful in the state!
Key Notes and Amenities
- 1.5 Hours from Denver
- 120 Guest Capacity
- Lodging On-Site for 75 Guests
- Multiple Outdoor Ceremony Options
- On-Site Parking
Sonnenalp Hotel in Vail, Colorado
One of the best all-inclusive hotels in Colorado, the Sonnenalp Hotel also acts as a stellar wedding venue in the mountains of Vail, Colorado. With picturesque portrait opportunities, gorgeous ceremony and reception spaces, and helpful staff to ensure your day runs as smoothly as possible, there’s a LOT to love here!
Key Notes and Amenities
- 1.5 Hours from Denver
- 220 Guest Capacity
- Multiple Indoor and Outdoor Venue Options
- Assistance with Planning and Preparation
- Hotel Rooms Available for Booking and Getting Ready Spaces
- On-Site Catering
Ten Mile Station in Breckenridge, Colorado
Say ‘I Do’ outside of the stunning and historic Ten Mile Station, a wonderful rustic wedding venue surrounded by the beautiful mountains of Breckenridge, Colorado!
Key Notes and Amenities
- 1.5 Hours from Denver
- 200 Guest Capacity
- Available June Through October (with Select Winter Dates)
- Mountain Shuttle
- Stellar Service Team
- Outdoor Ceremony Space
- Indoor Reception and Cocktail Hour Spaces
- Chairs, Tables, Linens, and Tableware Included
- 10-20% Discount for Lodging
Granby Ranch in Granby, Colorado
Granby Ranch is home to some truly epic mountain views, making it an easy choice for one of my favorite wedding venues in Colorado. The flowery mountaintop ceremony space is the perfect spot for a beautiful ceremony, and is one of the MANY highlights of this venue.
Key Notes and Amenities
- Just Under 2 Hours from Denver
- 250 Guest Outdoor Capacity, 40-250 Guest Indoor Capacity
- 1 Outdoor Ceremony Space
- 2 Indoor Reception Options
- 1 Tented Reception Space
- On-Site Getting Ready Space Included with Outdoor Ceremony Space
- Availability Varies by Season
- Ranch to Table Catering Menus
- Transport Lodging Options on Granby Ranch
Donovan Pavilion in Vail, Colorado
One of the best wedding reception venues in Colorado, the Donovan Pavilion is surrounded by the mountains of Vail, and offers a beautiful yet customizable wedding experience. With total freedom of vendor choice, a lot of opportunities for additional décor, and plenty of portrait opportunities all around, the Donovan Pavilion lets you create the wedding day of your dreams!
Key Notes and Amenities
- Just Under 2 Hours from Denver
- 200 Guest Capacity
- Outdoor Heated Patio for Your Ceremony
- Indoor Space for Ceremony and/or Reception
- Tables and Chairs Included
- Full Catering Kitchen
Strawberry Creek Ranch in Granby, Colorado
If you’re after a wedding venue that really feels like it’s surrounded by the mountains of Colorado, Strawberry Creek Ranch is for you! Secluded in 300 acres of gorgeous mountainous landscape, this rustic space offers a wedding experience that’s simply unforgettable.
Key Notes and Amenities
- 2 Hours from Denver
- 200 Guest Capacity
- Rustic Barn
- Ceremony Deck
- Reception Barn
- On-Site Getting Ready Spaces
- Tables and Chairs Included
- 5-Hour Max Bar Service
Holy Cross Event Deck in Vail, Colorado
One of the best wedding ceremony venue options for couples looking to share their vows surrounded by the Colorado mountains! The Holy Cross Event Deck offers total 360 degree views of the Vail mountains, a truly out of this world setting for your ceremony. They also have a ton of different reception spaces to choose from nearby that you can add on to your day!
Key Notes and Amenities
- 2 Hours from Denver
- 180 Guest Capacity
- Available Mid-June Through Mid-September
- Multiple Reception Venue Choices
- Special Group Offers when Booking 10+ Rooms
Camp Hale in Red Cliff, Colorado
One of the most breathtaking and romantic wedding venues in the Colorado mountains, Camp Hale gives its couples a LOT to choose from in terms of amenities and add-ons. One thing every couple receives here though is a breathtaking setting for their wedding day!
Key Notes and Amenities
- 2 hours from Denver
- 250 Guest Capacity
- Package Options for Elopements, Micro Weddings, and Large Weddings
- Exclusive Catering Partners
- Preferred Vendors List
- Outdoor Island Ceremony Space
- Covered Reception Tent
- Tables and Seating Included
- Tons of Upgrades Available
- Add-On Experiences Such as Archery, Sparkler Exit, Jeep Photography, and more Available
- 2 Cabins Included with Booking, with a 3rd Available to Add On
- Shuttle Service Available
The Surf Hotel in Buena Vista, Colorado
Nestled against the Arkansas River is the amazing Surf Hotel, in the adorable town of Buena Vista! I love weddings here, and if you’d like to see a closer look at this space check out this wedding day I photographed there!
Key Notes and Amenities
- 2 Hours from Denver
- 250 Guest Capacity with a Full Hotel Buyout in the Summer
- In-House Catering
- Multiple Indoor and Outdoor Options for Ceremonies and Receptions
- On-Site Lodging Options
- Tables, Chairs, Linens, and Tableware Included
- Day-Of Staff with Setup and Teardown Assistance
Piney River Ranch in Bond, Colorado
Home to one of the most remarkable ceremony spaces with views of the Colorado mountains, Piney River Ranch is an undeniably epic wedding venue that is the WHOLE package deal. From delicious catering, to their breathtaking spaces, and of course their wonderful staff and service, they offer an all around wonderful experience!
Key Notes and Amenities
- 2.5 Hours from Denver
- 200 Guest Capacity
- Available June 21st Through the Final Saturday of September
- Two Log Pavilions
- Outdoor Ceremony Deck
- 6 On-Site Cabins and 3 Glamping Tents
- On-Site Restaurant and Bar
- Tables and Chairs Included
T-Lazy-7 Ranch in Aspen, Colorado
The T-Lazy-7 Ranch is an amazing wedding venue found in the wilderness of Aspen, Colorado. This beautiful rustic space found underneath the 14,000ft tall Pyramid Peak is a gorgeous venue that offers a ton of flexibility with how you structure and create your wedding day experience.
Key Notes and Amenities
- 3.5 Hours from Denver
- 300+ Guest Capacity
- 3 Separate Event Spaces (Main Meadow with Event Tent, Mountain Meadow with T-Lazy-7 Lodge Reception, and Chuckwagon Grounds)
- On Site Bar Staff and Service
- Complete Freedom of Vendor Choice Outside of Bar Service
- Getting Ready Space
The Little Nell in Aspen, Colorado
If there’s a wedding venue on this list that has it all, it’s The Little Nell! This venue does THE most to offer the most to their couples, with tons of venue options, an incredible commitment to quality, tons of amenities and service offerings, the list goes on and on, plus the mountain views are just amazing!
Key Notes and Amenities
- 3.5 Hours from Denver
- 20 – 250 Seated Guest Capacity, 20 – 500 Standing Guest Capacity
- 92 Guest Rooms and Suites Available
- 2 Outdoor Wedding Venues: The Wedding Deck, and The Wedding Overlook,
- 3 Indoor Wedding Venues: Aspen Mountain Club, The Gallery, and The Wine Bar
- 3 Indoor/Outdoor Wedding Venues: Sundeck, Gondola Plaza, and Grand Salon
- Planning, Setup, Teardown, and Other Hands-On Assistance
- In-House Catering from “Aspen’s only Five-Star, Five-Diamond Hotel.”
Viceroy Snowmass for a Reception and Maroon Bells for a Ceremony in Snowmass Village, Colorado
This one’s a bit of a two parter! I love the Viceroy Snowmass for an all inclusive wedding venue, and to be fair they do have wonderful options for a ceremony with views of the surrounding mountains. With a gorgeous space like Maroon Bells just minutes away though, my recommendation is to have a more intimate ceremony there, followed by a larger reception at Viceroy for an all around phenomenal wedding experience!
Key Notes and Amenities
- 3.5 Hours from Denver
- 50 Guest Ceremony Capacity (Maroon Bells), 280 Guest Reception Capacity (Viceroy Snowmass)
- On-Site Catering and Beverage Service
- Service and Event Management Staff
- Multiple Reception Spaces Available
- Variety of Package Options
- Honeymoon Package Available
- Vendor Recommendations
Mountain Wedding Garden in Crested Butte, Colorado
This is the dream Colorado wedding venue for all my DIY couples out there! Mountain Wedding Garden is a beautiful blank slate space that gives you epic mountain views, a few amenities to get you started, and lets you take the reins with everything else to craft the perfect wedding day for YOU!
Key Notes and Amenities
- 4 Hours from Denver
- 200 Guest Capacity (Garden), 125 Guest Capacity (Pavilion)
- Tables and Chairs Included
- Outdoor Garden and Covered Open Air Pavilion
- No Cash Bar for Beverages
- No Getting Ready Spaces or On-Site Kitchen
- Large Charcoal Grill
Telluride Ski Resorts in Telluride, Colorado
Last but not least are the incredible wedding venues that are part of the Telluride Ski Resorts. It really doesn’t get much prettier than this in Colorado, and no matter what style or type of wedding venue you’re after you’re likely to find one that fits your need under the Telluride Ski Resort umbrella!
Key Notes and Amenities
- 6 Hours from Denver
- 24 – 250 Guest Capacity (Dependent on Venue)
- 7 Amazing Venue Options (Allred’s Restaurant, Gorrono Ranch, Crystal Room, Palmyra Lookout, San Sophia Overlook, Tomboy Tavern, Alpino Vino)
- Various Settings, Aesthetics, and Experiences Available Thanks to the Variety of Venues
WOW that was a lot, 26 epic, beautiful, and amazing wedding venues found in the mountains of Colorado! If any of these venues caught your eye be sure to inquire with them to see if your ideal wedding date is available, and if you’re looking to have me document your day you can also send me an inquiry through my contact page!
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