Ophir Pass Elopement

John and Shelby’s elopement at Ophir Pass was the kind of Colorado elopement that’s hard to beat. Tucked high in the San Juan Mountains above Telluride and on the other side of Ouray and Silverton, this spot has rugged peaks, alpine lakes, and some seriously epic sunset views!

We started by finding a quiet spot near the pass where they could change into their wedding clothes and share a first look. With the mountains all around them, it was the perfect way to slow down and take in the moment before the adventure continued. From there, we headed to an alpine lake tucked into the basin for their private ceremony. Surrounded by towering peaks and the kind of scenery that makes you forget about everything else, John and Shelby exchanged vows in their own little slice of my favorite range.

After their self-solemnizing ceremony, we explored the basin as the sun dipped behind the mountains, chasing that golden evening light and capturing some epic couples photos along the way.

Ophir Pass is one of those places that reminds me why I love helping couples elope here! You get the adventure, the incredible scenery, and the freedom to make the day your own. John and Shelby’s sunset elopement was a pretty damn good example of what that can look like.