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This site in Rocky Mountain National Park offers wooden benches built into a hillside for your guests to be seated. Nestled among the pines, it offers views of valleys and mountains--most notably Longs Peak. The site offers a rustic feel while still being easily accessible from the parking lot.
In additional to the ceremony area itself, there are gorgeous fields surrounding the site (with mountain views) for your post-ceremony photos.
What we love about this site:
Mountains, meadows, forest just a short jaunt away for extra picture backdrops.
It's only a short drive (15 minutes) from Estes Park, making it very accessible.
Short walk from parking to ceremony area.
Easily accommodates 30 guests.
Potential drawbacks of this site
It does require a paid permit and they are limited.
Parking can be difficult.
Accessibility
Parking: Parking can be tight for this site--as well as within Rocky Mountain National Park in general. There is a 10-car limit for weddings held here from the third week of June through Columbus Day. We strongly recommend carpooling.
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: once you've parked, it's a quick walk up a few stairs to reach the amphitheater.
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: 30.
Dates of Availability: year-round.
Type of Site: Public and reservable, but not exclusive.
Elevation: 8,100ft (2,469m) above sea level.
Permits, Fees and Other Information
Permits, Fees and Other Information
This site is within Rocky Mountain National Park. RMNP only allocates a limited number of wedding permits per year, and they tend to go quickly.
A permit for a site within the park is $300 and we will obtain it for you.
That amount will be added to your package fee along with admission fees for all your ceremony vendors.
Parking can be tight for this site--as well as within Rocky Mountain National Park in general. There is a 10-car limit for weddings held here from the third week of June through Columbus Day. No parking issues for off-season weddings.
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Location
Note: place marker is approximate; the actual location will be provided upon booking.
Estes Park 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.
Estes Park Average Temps and Precipitation
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