020506falls

Breckenridge Area Site 020506falls

This is one of our lesser-known, hidden gems. Nestled at the foot of Mount Lincoln, the site offers lots of trees, a waterfall, lake views and even the remnants of an abandoned mining operation (that make for unique photo backdrops!).

Accessed by a dirt road that can get a bit washboard-y at times, four wheel drive isn't a must, but it's a good idea. The site is available for weddings from early June through early October (i.e. post spring-thaw and pre-fall snowfall).

What we love about this site:

Panoramic mountain views.
Offers both lake and waterfall backdrops.
Relatively secluded.
No fee.
Lake is easy to access.

Potential drawbacks of this site

It's non-reservable, so you have to take what you get when you arrive. It may be in use.
Limited parking. (Room for 3-4 cars at the falls. Lakeside has more parking.)
Falls require walking up a dirt path for 2-3 minutes and over some flat rocks. It won't work for anyone with mobility issues.

Accessibility

Parking: The lake has parking for 10-12 cars. The falls site has limited parking and can't accommodate more than 4 cars. Remember: your officiant and photographer will occupy two parking places

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.)

Access from parking: For the lake, it's a less than one minute walk over sand. For the falls, it's a 5-minute walk up a slope, through some trees and then over some large flat rocks.

Additional Logistics

Dogs: allowed on a leash.

Bathrooms: no.

Suitable for children: yes, but make sure the hands of little ones are being held because of the water.

Max vehicles accommodated: Lakeside: 12. Falls: 4.

Max number of guests at this site: 30 at the lake. 10 at the falls.

Dates of Availability: Early June (has been inaccessible as late as June 5th) through early October.

Type of Site: Public/Nonreservable.

Elevation: 11,100ft (3,383m) above sea level.

Permits and Fees

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.

Summit County 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.

Breckenridge Average Temps and Precipitation

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