Rocky Mountain National Park Micro-Wedding & Elopement Packages
All-Inclusive Rocky Mountain National Park Elopement Packages
Planning a Rocky Mountain National Park elopement? We offer all-inclusive packages for Sprague Lake, 3M Curve, Lily Lake, Moraine Park, and all the other RMNP ceremony sites starting at $1,285. With our services, you get to custom build your own package, choosing from the highest rated photographers, officiants, videographers, stylists and florists in the state. Plus, all of our packages include personalized day-of planning, and marriage license guidance — so you can focus on the day, not the details.
RMNP Wedding Permit?
Don’t worry about it!
As an authorized-NPS wedding planner with Rocky Mountain National Park, I' get special access and discounts on the park permit. I’ll be able to check availability, and obtain the license on your behalf—saving you time and money.
The planning steps…
Review our pricing and locations below.
Text me your preferred ceremony site, date, and time.
303-351-1602I’ll contact the park to ensure the permit is available.
If the park approves, you’ll have the option to hire me on.
You let me know what services you want—photographer, officiant, etc.
I’ll secure your permit for you, connect you with my hand-picked team of vendors, coordinate the day, and walk you through the marriage license process.
You show up and get married!
About the Park
Rocky Mountain National Park is a sprawling 415 square mile park that offers a dynamic range of different mountain environments, trails, overlooks, campgrounds, and day-use areas. When it comes to wedding ceremonies, the park has a strict system that restricts the locations, dates, times, and group size of the events. Regardless of group size the park requires you to apply for a $300 permit ($225 with my planning services) that provides your group access to a designated ceremony site for a specific 2 hour window. Each ceremony site ranges in accessibility, photo opportunities, privacy, and max group size.
About My services
Hey there! My name’s Iver Marjerison. I’m a professional small-wedding and elopement planner who has personally planned more then 300 weddings in Rocky Mountain National Park. I created this All-Inclusive Rocky Mountain National Park Elopement Package as way to make the RMNP wedding process more simple for couples—while also ensuring the highest quality services, and the best prices. With my elopement packages, I’m able to directly secure the RMNP wedding permit at a discount rate of $250 (instead of $300) and coordinate a hand-picked team of top rated professional wedding vendors in the state. I get exclusive discounts and packages with these vendors so you can trust you’re getting the best services at the best prices. Beyond coordination of the ceremony site and vendors, I also provide guidance on securing the marriage license, and a dining/lodging guide for the Estes Parka area. With my planning services you’ll also receive unlimited remote support—call, text, or email me anytime! I’ll personally do whatever I can to make your wedding day perfect.
“We are so grateful to Iver and his team (Jonathan, Chris, Dan) for helping make our wedding day run so smoothly! They coordinated everything perfectly! When it unexpectedly rained, they even brought umbrellas for everyone, which was such a kind and thoughtful touch. Thanks to them, we were able to relax and enjoy the day.”
Locations
The Best RMNP Ceremony Sites -
The Best RMNP Ceremony Sites -
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Lily Lake (Picnic Area)
Max Group Size: 30
Offering beautiful mountain views alongside a quaint alpine lake, this location is great for slightly larger groups! The site is an easy 5min walk from the parking area, has vault toilets, and a good amount of parking. The area can be busy, but the ceremony site sits a bit off the main trail. -
3M Curve
Max Group Size: 15
Set in the midst of a mountain meadow, this location offers dynamic views in all directions and features a rock cropping perfect for the ceremony site. It is about a 4min hike down semi-rough terrain which can be challenging for elderly guests. There are no facilities on site, and the parking can be a bit limited, but still one of my favorite choices for smaller groups. -
Sprague Lake
Max Group Size: 15 Summer - 30 Winter
One of the most popular wedding locations in the park, this elegant lake dock offers panoramic mountain views, evergreen forests, and of course, a lake! This area is very popular and the dock is just off the main trail, so expect a lot of people in the area. The dock is an easy 7min walk along a dirt path. There are vault toilets on site, and a ton of parking, though even with the large lot it often times will fill up—so arrive early! -
Upper Beaver Meadows
Max Group Size: 30
Not available October - May
Featuring an expansive open field with panoramic mountain views, this location has a nice meadow vibe. It’s only a few minute walk, but does require crossing a narrow bridge that may not be suitable for elderly guests. The site is just off a busy trail with no features to separate you from people passing by. -
Lily Lake Dock
Max Group Size: 10
This spot features a quaint wooden dock and beautiful views! It is also one of the most accessibly spots in the park, with a smooth path directly from the adjacent parking. However, the proximity to the parking lot can have have a lot of people walking around the area. -
Moraine Amphitheater
Max Group Size: 30
One of the only sites in the park to offer privacy, seating, and your own parking spots! It does lack mountain views, but offers a nice forest vibe. Couples generally opt to do their portraits elsewhere in the park afterwards to get more dynamic views. -
Hidden valley
Max Group Size: 30
This location is nestled in a clearing surrounded by a beautiful forest of pines. This is the perfect location if you’re looking for more of an intimate forest vibe for the ceremony! -
Adventure!
Max Group Size: 4
Looking to get off the beaten path? I also offer customized adventure wedding packages in the Estes Park area. Ask me for details!
Pricing
Planner, Officiant, Photography, Videography, Florist, Stylist, & More! -
Planner, Officiant, Photography, Videography, Florist, Stylist, & More! -
I make it easy!
I only work with the best vendors.
My discounts ensure you always get the best prices.
Pick and choose from the services below to custom build your own package.
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Remote Planning
Vendor connections & coordination, ensuring that you get my discount packages.
Coordination of the RMNP permit, guidance on obtaining the marriage license, and dining/lodging guides.
And of course… unlimited support planning your day!
$500
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Officiant
Creation of the wedding script, performance of the ceremony, and assistance with marriage license filing. We welcome all cultures and religions.
$300 0-6 Guests
$350 6-35 Guests
$400 35+ Guests
+$135 Travel -
Photography
Includes coverage of your day, guidance on the best spots for pictures, editing of the images, and full digital access (and printing rights) to the galleries.
1 Hour | $500
1.5 Hours | $650
2.5 Hours | $1000
6 Hours | $2,200
8 Hours | $2,900
+$135 Travel -
Videography
World-class video coverage of your day, edited into a 2-3min cinematic highlight video with music.
1 Hour | $900
1.5 Hours | $1050
2.5 Hours | $1350
6 Hours | $2,200
8 Hours | $2,800
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Flowers
Elegant bridal bouquet and matching boutonniere. Pick one of my designs, or let my florist bring your own vision to life!
$100 - $195
You can pick them up in Boulder, or have them delivered for +$40 -
Hair & Makeup
Top rated wedding stylist provides hair and makeup services on site at your hotel or rental home. I can also provide local salon recommendations with lower prices.
$400
+$175 Travel -
Marriage License & Park Permit
For the marriage license, you and your fiance will need to go in person to the County Clerk in Colorado. It’s very simple, but ’ll provide guidance.
$35
RMNP requires a $300 wedding permit (regardless of group size), I’ll obtain this for you directly to get you my planner discount.
$250
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Dining & Lodging Guide
List of all the best spots in town, with specific info on their group accommodations. The area is small, but never hurts to have some extra info :)
Frequently Asked Questions
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The RMNP wedding permit is $300 and required for all ceremonies. The Colorado marriage license is $35. Beyond that, services like photography and officiant are optional. Our all-inclusive RMNP elopement packages start at $1,285 and include photography, officiant, permit coordination, and marriage license guidance.
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Yes. All weddings, vow renewals, and ceremonies involving an exchange of vows require a permit from Rocky Mountain National Park, regardless of group size.
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RMNP has 14 designated ceremony sites with varying guest limits and vehicle allowances:
3M Curve — 15 guests, 3 vehicles
Sprague Lake — 15 guests / 3 vehicles (summer), 30 guests / 10 vehicles (winter)
Lily Lake Dock — 10 guests, 3 vehicles
Lily Lake Trail — 20 guests, 5 vehicles
Lily Lake Southside Picnic Area — 30 guests, 10 vehicles
Bear Lake — 20 guests / 5 vehicles (winter only, no weekends)
Hidden Valley — 30 guests, 10 vehicles
Moraine Park Discovery Center Amphitheater — 30 guests, 10 vehicles
Upper Beaver Meadows — 30 guests, 10 vehicles
Alluvial Fan — 20 guests, 5 vehicles
Copeland Lake — 30 guests, 10 vehicles
Harbison Meadows — 30 guests, 10 vehicles
Timber Creek Campground Amphitheater — 20 guests / 5 vehicles (closed in winter)
Guest counts include everyone — couple, guests, and vendors.
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Each ceremony site has a maximum group size ranging from 10 to 30 people. This includes all humans in your group — the couple, guests (including children), and all wedding vendors like photographers, videographers, and officiants.
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No. Dogs are not allowed at RMNP weddings or on park trails. The only exception is Moraine Park Discovery Center Amphitheater, which permits dogs at ceremonies.
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The best time to elope in RMNP is the last two weeks of September through the first week of October. Temperatures are comfortable, crowds thin out, and the fall colors — especially the golden aspen trees — are at their peak.
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Your ceremony must take place at your designated ceremony site, but you can go anywhere in the park for photos afterward. Trail Ridge Road is one of the best options for epic mountain portraits.
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RMNP wedding permits become available one year in advance. Permits sell out quickly, especially for popular sites like 3M Curve and Sprague Lake during fall.
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No. Decorations, arches, chairs, and similar items are not allowed at RMNP ceremony sites. The only exception is Moraine Park Discovery Center Amphitheater, which has built-in seating and allows some setup.
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We suggest having umbrellas and a good attitude. Small weddings like this are short, and Colorado rain comes and goes — you can often wait out the worst of it in your car before continuing.
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No. If you have a wedding permit, you do not need a timed entry reservation to enter Rocky Mountain National Park. The wedding permit grants entry.
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Yes. Even with a wedding permit, you still have to pay the day pass fee for each vehicle in your group.
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No. There is no separate photography permit required for Rocky Mountain National Park weddings. Photography is covered under your wedding permit.
Questions?
Let’s connect!
Iver Marjerison
Founder / Leader Planner
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Email the word “RMNP” to: Iver@RockMountainWeddingPark.com