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Rocky Mountain National Park
Wedding Locations

The following table includes a list of sites in the park where wedding ceremonies have been conducted. To view photos, where available, click on the associated link. Photos will open in a new window (an on-line search for postings by private photographers of areas without photos listed here may be one way to view an area and its scenery). A visit to an area is recommended. Due to firm park restrictions regarding tables, banners, chairs, etc., simple weddings are recommended and encouraged. Fees for wedding permits range from $50 to $200 depending on ceremony size (number of guests and attendants). Click here to download a printable wedding permit application. To check the availability of a site e-mail or phone the Concessions Management Office at 970-586-1209.

 

Area

Ceremony Size*

Features 

Alluvial Fan

Small to Medium

Aspens, stream/cascades, wood bridge, large boulders scatter the area as a result of the 1982 flood; picnic tables, restrooms. To view photos of the area, click here.

Bear Lake

Small to Medium

Dramatic peaks, lake, some aspens; restrooms; popular and busy area!

Copeland Lake

Medium to Large

Lake, sandy beach area; picnic area and restrooms further down the road

Endovalley

Medium to Large

Typically the site is the meadow over the footbridge, aspens (good colors in the fall), stream; picnic area, fire pits & grate, restrooms. Summer access.

Harbison Meadow

Large to X-Large

Meadow, wildlife frequent the area, views of mtn ranges in the Grand Lake area; picnic tables, grates, no restrooms.

Hidden Valley

Large to X-Large

New restrooms, walking trail, group picnic area and smaller picnic sites, log bridge; aspens, pines.

Lily Lake dock

Small

Views of Longs Peak, lake setting, pine trees, no entrance fee; picnic tables and restrooms nearby. To view photos of the area, click here.

Lily Lake-Southside picnic area

Large to X-Large

¼ mi walk on uneven (but accessible) terrain. Typically ceremony occurs on knoll overlooking lake, trees, views of lake and some mtns; handicap accessible, picnic tables, restroom (1/4 mi. away at trailhead).
No entrance fee. Additional $50 fee for gate/vehicle access to site. To view photos of the area, click here.

Moraine Park Museum Amphitheater

Large to X-Large

Trees, some views of Moraine Park meadow and Longs Peak; amphitheater benches in the hillside, rustic setting, restrooms at Museum. Limited parking.

Sprague Lake

Small to Medium

Handicap accessible, views of divide, log bridge, path around lake, small fisherman’s dock; restrooms, picnic tables. To view photos of the area, click here.

Timber Creek Campground Amphitheater

Medium

Trees, amphitheater seating, stage, limited parking, restrooms; for picture click here. Site is located on Grand Lake (west) side of park.

Upper Beaver Meadows

Small to Medium

Views of Continental Divide, open meadow; picnic tables, fire pits & grate, restrooms. Gated in winter (walking access only).

Various spots near Trail Ridge Road

Small

Various spectacular views, etc. One site, 3M Curve, as it is known to park employees, is a popular site just off Trail Ridge Road. 

Various Hiking Trails/Lake

Small

Various views, waterfalls, etc. Wilderness Regulations restrict ceremony size to 20 people.

 

*Small=2-20 Medium=21-35 Large=36-60 X-Large=61-100

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Did You Know?
RMNA has helped Rocky complete more than 40 projects valued at $10 million since 1986. They include the McGraw Ranch, the Fall River Visitor Center, and the Storm Mountain Pass trail.
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Last Updated: December 31, 2008 at 10:54 EST