Colorado
Elopement
Packages
If you’re a couple looking for Colorado elopement packages that are easy, adventurous, and professionally dialed in, you’re in the right place! After helping hundreds of couples elope in Colorado, I know exactly how to make a day go smoothly and where other photographers let it fall apart.
And here’s the thing: planning a mountain elopement shouldn’t require becoming an expert in Colorado logistics. The location options are endless, permits seem confusing, and every blog recycles the same five spots everyone already knows about. You’re probably staring at 47 open tabs right now wondering who handles the permits and what time sunrise actually happens at 12,000 feet in September. That stops here!
Best news for you? Colorado is my freaking bread and butter. I’ve hiked the trails and chased the sunsets and I’m sharing my passion with you. I know the best spots, the perfect time of day to capture the light, the most epic locations, and (shh, let’s keep this between us) those hidden gems. I’ve teamed up with vendors who get what eloping is all about, so I’ve got these packages down to a science. Simply put: I’m your expert!
From the first call all the way through getting your gallery back, the entire experience is designed to feel effortless and personal. Not like hiring a vendor, but like calling up someone who already knows exactly what your day needs and has already started working on it!
Sound like your kind of thing? Skip to my packages!
What’s Included in Every Colorado Elopement Package?
Every package with Vows and Peaks includes the same planning foundation. That’s permits, custom timeline, location recommendations, vendor connections, and me answering questions from the first call until you get your photos back. The difference between packages is time. More hours means more of the day, more spots, and more room for everything to breathe. These aren’t add-ons. They’re baked into every single package from the start!
Here’s some extra details of each one:
Location and permit guidance:
Expert location recommendations from a local Coloradan, including hidden spots that don’t show up on other photographers’ websites. Permit applications are handled start to finish.
Pre vetted vendor recommendations:
I’ve built these packages around a tight-knit team of elopement vendors who specialize in mountain elopements. These are my 3am people. When the headlamps go on and the magic starts!
Custom elopement planning app:
No one else has done this! From the moment you book, everything lives in one place on your phone. Checklists, planning guides, permit info, vendor contacts, your timeline. No digging through email threads six months before your date. Just open the app!
Trail Tested Personal Timeline:
After 8 years of doing this, I know when the light is money for those banger images, while still building your day around your vision and keeping crowds to a minimum. My timelines offer no stress, no rush, just the good stuff!
Online photo and print gallery:
Your fully edited, high-resolution gallery lands in your inbox within 8-10 weeks. Unlimited downloads, a shareable link, and images shot to print large. If you want something physical, handcrafted fine-art albums are available or you can print straight from your gallery anytime.
Banger photos:
You’re not a portrait session. You’re two people doing something epic in the mountains. And I shoot it exactly like that. The photos are the proof it happened!
“We initially chose Sean for his photos but he ended up being so much more than that. He made the entire process stress-free from start to finish, helping us plan for everything. Along the way, he shared helpful tips and planning guides that made everything feel manageable. He was our coordinator, planner, and hype man all in one. Our day was truly magical and everything we dreamed of and we couldn’t have asked for a better person to be there with us.”
Vows and Peaks Colorado elopement packages & pricing
Vows and Peaks elopement packages range from $4,700 for a 4-hours up to $11,500 for a fully all-inclusive package with video, hair, makeup, and florals. The main difference between each pack is time, and more time means more locations, more breathing room, and more of the day.
The most-booked option is the Wilderness package at $6,000 for 8 hours. It gives couples enough room to hike, do a first look, hold a ceremony, share a first dance, and still have space for the day to breathe.
Tree Line Elopement Package
$4,7004 Hours of Photography: For couples who want a beautiful mountain elopement without a big hike or a full day commitment. This is the streamlined, stress-free option that’s perfect for couples who want to keep it simple, winter elopements, or anyone who wants to save their legs for the honeymoon. Everything is still fully planned and dialed!
The 4-hour window is genuinely enough time to get to a great spot, have a real ceremony, and walk away with images that look nothing like a quick session. It’s not a budget version of the full day. It’s just a different kind of day.
Wilderness Elopement Package
$6,0008 Hours of Photography: This is the most popular package and I get why. Eight hours means you have room to actually be somewhere instead of just passing through it. A sunrise hike, a proper ceremony, a first dance at 12,000 feet, and enough time in between for the day to breathe. No shot list. No rushing. Just the two of you, the mountains, and enough time to actually feel it!
This is also the package that works well when a small group of family or close friends wants to join for part of the day. The time allows for that kind of flexibility without everything feeling compressed.
Alpine Elopement Package
$7,00010 Hours of Photography: Let’s Send it! Sunrise at the trailhead, ceremony at altitude, then back down to celebrate with whoever you brought along. Ten hours means two locations, two completely different backdrops, and zero compromises.
This is also the one for micro weddings and elopements with a small crew who want to make a real day of it. If your vision involves more than one dramatic landscape and a group of people who matter to you, this is the package that actually has the room to pull it off without cutting anything short.
All-Inclusive Elopement Package in Colorado
The all-inclusive package is for couples who want every single detail handled by people who have done this together hundreds of times. It includes photography, video, hair and makeup, florals, and full vendor coordination. You show up at the trailhead with a headlamp. Everything else is already sorted for you!
Every vendor in this package is hand-picked, personally vetted, and has worked alongside me in these mountains for years. They know the 3am wake-up calls. They know how to make hair hold at 12,000 feet. They know what gear actually works when it’s 28 degrees at sunrise. This isn’t a random referral network. It’s a tight crew who’ve climbed mountains together enough times to know exactly how to make your day feel effortless!
Here’s what’s inside:
Photography (8 hours):
You’ll still get all the same planning support and front-end goodies, photo coverage starts at 8 hours. Scroll up for more deets on exactly what’s included in each option.
Hair and Makeup (8 hours):
It can get windy up in the mountains, so a few well-placed bobby pins and some hairspray can be a total lifesaver. Crystal doesn’t blink at a 3 AM wake-up call to start. She’ll literally climb the mountain like a goat with you and stay close all day for hair and makeup touch-ups whenever you need them.
Videography (8 hours):
Photo and video go together like trail mix and hiking elopements. Having an experienced elopement videographer like Holden is a must, you’ll get an epic, documentary-style film that tells the full story of your day, plus shorter highlight edits perfect for Instagram.
Bouquet:
I’ll grab inspiration so your bouquet and boutonniere actually match your vision, not just a generic arrangement. Send over your inspiration, and I’ll take it from there and have everything ready and waiting the morning of your day so you can fully pop off in your photos!
Sean is simply incredible. From the very start he brought a passion and energy to making our elopement a reality that we didn’t think we would get in a photographer. He assisted in every step of our elopement: picking a date and time, assessing locations based off of what we imagined/what was physically feasible for us, and even facilitating a two-part day so we could include our families. He was communicative, organized, and constantly professional.
How Do I Choose The Right Elopement Package?
Choose based on how many hours you want, how much vertical you’re planning to cover, and what the weather windows look like for your season. Here’s the straightforward version:
- Every single detail handled without any logistics on your end: All-Inclusive.
- Single location, focused ceremony, shorter commitment: Tree Line. Works well for winter elopements when daylight is limited and trails above treeline are iced over, or shoulder season shoots where you want a dialed alpine meadow without a big approach.
- Room to explore, a proper first look, time for a mountain first dance: Wilderness. This is the one for a summer sunrise at 12,000 feet in the San Juans where you need time to acclimate, catch golden hour, and not feel rushed between spots.
- Multiple locations, guests at some point, or a sunrise adventure plus a celebration: Alpine. Built for the couples who want Yankee Boy Basin in the morning and Blue Lakes in the afternoon.
Vows and Peaks Elopement Package Comparison
| TREE LINE | WILDERNESS | ALPINE | ALL INCLUSIVE |
|---|---|---|---|
| $4,700 | $6,000 | $7,000 | $11,500 |
| Photography | Photography | Photography | Photography |
| 4 Hours | 8 Hours | 10 Hours | 8 Hours |
| Permit Assistance | Permit Assistance | Permit Assistance | Permit Assistance |
| Planning + Location Help | Planning + Location Help | Planning + Location Help | Planning + Location Help |
| Hair & Makeup | |||
| Videography | |||
| Bouquet |
What Vendors Can I Add To My Elopement Package in Colorado?
You can add videographers, florists, hair and makeup artists, officiants, private chefs, and drivers to any Vows and Peaks package. Every vendor I recommend has done this in the actual Colorado backcountry. Not at a resort or a barn venue, but on trails above 11,000 feet where afternoon storms roll in fast and you need people who don’t flinch!
Crystal has been doing hair at elevation long enough to know what actually holds at 12,000 feet when the wind picks up above treeline on Imogene Pass. Holden has hiked into Yankee Boy Basin before sunrise with a full video kit more times than he can count. The florists I work with know which native alpine blooms are in season in the San Juans in July versus what to source in September when the wildflowers are done. None of this is a referral network. It’s a awesome crew!
Here are some popular vendor add ons for elopement packages:
Elopement Videographers
Starting at $3,500
I know incredibly talented videographers all over Colorado who match my photography style. You’ll have the photos to freeze the moment and the video to relive the sounds and feeling of your day. For a mountain elopement, photo and video go together like peanut butter and jelly.
Florists
Starting at $350 for bouquet and boutonniere
The mountains already give you the most dramatic backdrop on earth. A great bouquet ties the whole thing together. I work with florists who actually come up here, know what holds up at altitude, and take the time to understand your vision before they put a single stem together. Send me your inspiration and I’ll connect you with the right person.
Hair and Makeup
Starting at $1,200
Just because you’re trekking up a mountain doesn’t mean you skip the pampering. I work with trusted hair and makeup artists who create natural, effortless looks that still feel like you, and who know how to make that hold at 12,000 feet.
Elopement Officiants
Starting at $500
Colorado is one of the few states that allows self-solemnization, meaning you can legally marry yourselves without an officiant. But having one is still a solid option. I work with officiants who will trek up the mountain with you and help you create something that’s a true reflection of your relationship, not a canned ceremony script.
Want to go the DIY route? Here’s my self-solemnization guide and ceremony ideas.
Private Drivers
Starting at $1,000
Mountain roads are not the place to be white-knuckling it at 5am in the dark. I work with drivers who know these roads because they’ve driven them a hundred times. They know the tight switchbacks, the elevation changes, the roads that get sketchy after rain. You get to sit back, go over the timeline, maybe catch a little more sleep, and show up to your elopement relaxed instead of rattled. It’s one of those things that sounds optional until you’ve driven to a trailhead in the dark and realize it’s absolutely not.
Desserts & Sweet Treats
A good cake at 11,000 feet after a sunrise hike hits different. I work with local bakers and dessert vendors who can do anything from a simple cutting cake to a full spread, and who actually know how to get it up the mountain in one piece. Just save me a slice.
Private Chefs
This one is my personal favorite. A private chef who knows the area will build you a custom menu, usually using local Colorado ingredients, and have a full meal ready wherever you want it. I’ve had couples do this at their cabin after the hike, at a scenic overlook, even at a private campsite. It’s the kind of thing that makes your elopement feel like more than a day and less like an event. More affordable than most people expect and way better than splitting an overpriced reservation at a crowded restaurant.
“We had a general idea of what we wanted our day to be like, but Sean made our dreams into a reality. Whatever you are envisioning for your day, Sean will create a roadmap for you with planning, vendor recommendations, helpful packing lists and more! Not only did we get amazing photos, but we had such an amazing all-inclusive experience thanks to Sean. The day was laid-back, fun, and exactly what we were wanting. Thank you Sean!”
Here’s How It Works: From First Call to Summit!
Booking takes four steps: a phone consult, a deposit to hold your date, location and timeline selection, and showing up on your wedding day. Most couples are fully booked and planned within a week of the first call.
If you’re ready to get married in the mountains without the stress, let’s go. I bring the knowledge, the locations, and the camera. You just show up.
Book Your Phone Consult
Pick a package, book a time, and let’s talk. I want to hear about your vision: where you’re dreaming of, what matters to you, what kind of day you want to have. I’ll ask good questions and tell you exactly what to expect.
Contract And Deposit Locks Your Date
Sign the contract, put down your deposit, and your date is held. From here I take over. You’ll get access to the planning app, personalized guides, and a direct line to me whenever something comes up You stop worrying about logistics. That’s my job now!
Pick Your Spot
I’ll send you a personalized list of locations based on your vision with permit details for each. Once you pick your spot, I’ll build a detailed timeline designed around the best lighting and crowds.
Climb The Mountain – SAY “I DO”
Lace your boots, hit the trail, and say your vows. I’ll handle everything else. The day after, you’ll get teasers to share. Your full gallery arrives within 8-10 weeks.
“Between the different lighting throughout the day, the beautiful views of the mountains, and Sean’s supportive, easy-going nature when directing us during pictures gifted us with quite literally some of the prettiest photos we’ve ever seen. Every part of the day felt so organic and so wonderful, we highly recommend Sean!”
Why Couples Choose Vows and Peaks
I moved to Colorado 14 years ago and learned these mountains before I ever picked up a camera. When I photographed my first elopement, it was obvious. This is exactly what I was supposed to be doing.
450 couples later I still go out before sunrise to find locations that aren’t on anyone else’s radar. I still fix broken dress zippers, talk couples through weather pivots the night before, and build days that feel so natural people forget they’re getting married in front of a camera. That last part is not an accident. It’s the whole point!
When you book a package with me you’re not hiring a vendor. You’re hiring someone who lives in Colorado, has hiked every trail worth hiking, and has spent 8 years figuring out exactly how to make your day feel effortless. The planning, the locations, the permits, the vendors. I handle all of it so you show up and just get married!
Elopement Package FAQ
Vows and Peaks elopement packages bundle photography with location planning, permit coordination, and timeline management. My packages are designed to simplify mountain elopement planning by combining professional photography with full planning support in a single service.
Every package includes photography, permit research, a custom location plan, a day-of timeline, and access to trusted vendors. The all-inclusive adds video, hair, makeup, and florals.
Vows and Peaks packages range from $4,700 to $11,500. A traditional Colorado wedding averages around $36,000. Planning is included in all elopement packages.
Most couples book 6 to 12 months out. I regularly work with 2 to 3 month timelines. Booking earlier gives you more location and vendor options, especially for popular spots like Telluride.
Absolutely. More than half my elopements include some family or a small group. The whole point is that you make the rules. If you want it to be just the two of you, we do that. If you want ten people hiking in with you and cracking beers at the top, we do that too. The Alpine package is specifically built for micro weddings with a small crew.
Four-hour coverage includes about 300 edited images. Eight-hour coverage includes 325 to 425. Ten-hour coverage delivers 375 or more.
Yes. Couples can add extra photography hours, additional vendors, or extended coverage for more locations, adventure activities, or celebrations. Packages are designed to be flexible based on weather, season, and preferences.
I do but I try and guide couples to doing weekends. Trailheads are less crowded, vendors are more available, permits are easier to secure, and you have the mountains to yourselves. The experience is measurably better.
Mountain elopements in Colorado require planning for altitude, weather, and terrain. Arrive a few days early to acclimate and stay hydrated. Morning ceremonies help avoid afternoon storms, and layers plus sturdy hiking boots are essential.
For more tips on planning your mountain adventure, see my Colorado Elopement Guide.
Colorado weather moves fast and I have been watching it for eight years. Every elopement has a weather plan. Storms roll in, we pivot. Sometimes the moody clouds end up being the best part of couples days. I track the forecast hard in the week before your date and we call it together.
Yes. Every package includes expert location recommendations from someone who actually lives and works in the Colorado mountains, including hidden spots that don’t show up on others websites. I walk you through permit applications, handle the timing, and make sure your ceremony location is fully legal.
Yes. I built a custom planning app that no other elopement photographer has. From the moment you book, your checklists, permit info, vendor contacts, and timeline all live in one place on your phone. Just open the app.
Yes. The all-inclusive package is $11,500 and covers photography, videography, hair and makeup, florals, and full vendor coordination. Every vendor is personally vetted and has worked with me in these mountains.
Vows and Peaks provides planning through a custom app covering your location, trail details, timeline, permit info, checklists, and vendor contacts in one place.
Every couple I work with gets access to this before their elopement day. It covers the full picture: where you are going, what you need to bring, what time to be where, who your vendors are, and what your permit situation looks like. The goal is for you to show up on the day fully prepared and not have to think about logistics at all.
The Wilderness package at $6,000 for 8 hours is the most-booked. It gives couples time to hike, do a ceremony, and have a first dance at altitude.
Yes. Colorado is one of only a handful of states that allows self-solemnization, meaning you and your partner can legally marry each other without an ordained officiant present. You will still need to obtain a Colorado marriage license from the county clerk’s office in the county where you plan to marry, and both of you will sign the license as co-officiants. My self-solemnization guide walks you through exactly how this works!
Yes! I provide a curated list of cabin rentals, boutique hotels, and Airbnbs near your chosen location, from cozy A-frames in Breckenridge to luxury yurts. I also share tips on Denver airport transfers, mountain driving, and altitude adjustment so you arrive relaxed and ready.