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For those that wish to have nature's handiwork on display, this site has some great examples of it. Massive sandstone monoliths dot the area of this popular Colorado destination and offers some fantastic spots to have your ceremony.
The best part about it though, it that there is no permit fee to get married in this park! Bear in mind though, they operate on a "first come, first served" basis. You'll also want to remember that this is a very popular destination in Colorado, so there's a good chance your ceremony won't have a lot of privacy. (However, we do have a spot or two tucked away that very few people know about.)
What we love about this site:
Truly unique background. It has Colorado's signature red rocks as well as spectacular mountain views.
Location: close to the heart of Colorado Springs.
No fee.
Potential drawbacks of this site
The park is an incredibly popular place, especially in the summer. Don't count on seclusion.
Accessibility
Parking: 300+ spots, but it's a very busy park.
Vehicle type: for winter, make sure your vehicle has good ground clearance to get over snow, as well as 4-wheel drive for potential ice. For weddings held between September 1st and May 31st, note that Colorado has strict traction laws in place that affect what type of vehicle you are allowed to drive in the mountains. If you are planning a Colorado mountain wedding between these dates, please thoroughly read this blog post so you'll be driving the right type of vehicle. (Don't rely on the car rental companies to fill you in on this; our experience is that they don't.)
Accessibility: plenty of paved pathways around the park.
Additional Logistics
Dogs/Pets: yes, but must be leashed at all times.
Bathrooms: yes.
Suitable for children: yes.
Max number of guests at this site: 20.
Dates of Availability: year-round.
Type of Site: public.
Elevation: 6,500ft (1,981m) above sea level.
Fees and Other Information
This site is not reservable--it is open and free to the public. Please note these terms from our contract for nonreservable sites:
Blue Sky Elopements and Client's assigned wedding professionals are not responsible for issues related to unforeseen closures/restrictions/inaccessibility of unbooked (i.e. Clients do not pay to reserve their location) venues. If Client chooses to be married at a public venue that is not reserved in advance, then it is Client's responsibility to ensure the venue is accessible on the wedding day. Note: additional fees will be applied if Blue Sky Elopements needs to reschedule vendors due to a change in venue.
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Location
Note: place marker is approximate; the actual location will be provided upon booking.
Colorado Springs Calendar of Events
IMPORTANT: be sure to check the calendar of events for the dates you're considering before you submit your date to us. Local events can impact traffic and the accessibility of your site.
Colorado Springs Average Temps and Precipitation
