A Steamboat Springs elopement is perfect for couples who want to slow down, enjoy fun experiences, and appreciate beautiful views. As a Colorado-based elopement photographer, it’s one of my favorite places to celebrate with couples.
Steamboat Springs is a mountain town in northwest Colorado, known for its outdoor adventures and laid-back vibe. It’s beautiful in every season, with alpine scenery, flowing rivers, and snowy mountain peaks.
In this article, I’ll share the best places to elope, things to do, pricing details, and package options so you can plan your perfect micro wedding.
Why Elope in Steamboat Springs
Steamboat Springs is ideal for couples who want a peaceful and romantic experience. Some of the best reasons to elope here include:
- Stunning scenery – Waterfalls, mountains, ranches, and gardens offer beautiful backdrops for your wedding day, no matter what time of year you elope.
- Relaxed vibe – Steamboat Springs is quieter than many other Colorado mountain towns, offering a peaceful, unrushed vibe.
- Outdoor adventures – If you’re planning an adventure elopement, Steamboat Springs has you covered with endless trails, skiing, horseback riding, and other outdoor activities year-round.
- Self-solemnization – One of the best parts about getting married in Colorado is that you can self-solemnize your marriage, making for an incredibly easy and special elopement.
- Flexible guest options – With various locations to choose from, you can elope just the two of you or include a few loved ones.
Steamboat Springs Elopement Locations
From waterfalls to private ranches, there’s no shortage of stunning venues for an elopement or intimate wedding. Here are some of the best places to elope in Steamboat Springs:
- Fish Creek Falls – A beautiful 280-foot waterfall with easy access, perfect for couples planning a free, just-us elopement
- Lucky 8 Ranch – A secluded ranch just outside the city, ideal for an intimate wedding and adventurous experience with ATVs for exploring the property
- Flying Diamond Ranch – A peaceful space surrounded by forest and mountain scenery ideal for a pet-friendly elopement and on-site accommodations
- SouthSide Venue – A historic 1912 barn that highlights natural beauty and sustainability
- Yampa River Botanic Garden – Lush gardens and seasonal blooms near the downtown area
- The Cabins at Historic Columbine – Cozy cabins with river access and a secluded feel
- Stagecoach State Park – Ideal for a hiking elopement with sweeping lake and mountain views
Steamboat Springs Elopement Activities
One of the best parts of an elopement in Steamboat Springs is the many fun activities you can enjoy for a special experience. Whether you’re looking to relax, explore, or a bit of both, there’s something fun for every couple.
- Hiking, skiing, or snowboarding
- Soaking in hot springs
- Exploring ranches or trails by ATV
- Floating or walking along the Yampae River
- Horseback riding through meadows or trails
- Shopping, drinking, and eating in the downtown area
- Spending the night in a cabin or lodge
Steamboat Springs Elopement Cost
The cost of eloping is usually between $4,000 and $18,000. Pricing depends on location, vendors, guest count, and activities. What I love about elopements is that they can be as simple or elaborate as you’d like, so you can plan for any budget.
For comparison, the average cost of a traditional wedding in Steamboat Springs with 100–150 guests is $39,789 – $48,631. A Steamboat Springs elopement cost is typically much lower since there are fewer guests and vendors.
When to Elope in Steamboat Springs
The most popular time to elope in Steamboat Springs is summer, when the weather’s warm. However, Steamboat Springs is beautiful year-round and each season offers a unique experience.
When you’re planning your Steamboat Springs elopement, consider the vibe you’re after. What activities and scenery do you want for your wedding? Let this inspire when you elope in Steamboat Springs.
Here’s what each season offers:
- Winter – Snow-capped mountains, skiing adventures, and winter wonderland vibes
- Spring – Cool weather and snow in early spring, with later spring starting to warm up
- Summer – Warm weather, lush landscapes, and ideal hiking conditions
- Fall – Golden aspens, crisp air, nice weather, and fewer crowds
Where to Stay in Steamboat Springs
There are many places to stay in Steamboat Springs, including ski resorts, vacation rentals, and hotels. You could also stay at an elopement venue like Flying Diamond Ranch, which has accommodation options. For a unique experience, you might book a romantic Airbnb
and have an intimate elopement there or somewhere nearby.
If you want to stay in a lively area, choose downtown Steamboat Springs, close to popular attractions and activities, with easy access to outdoor adventures. For a quieter stay, look in south Steamboat Springs, where you’ll be closer to nature and enjoy a more peaceful setting.
Steamboat Springs Elopement Packages
If you’re looking for Steamboat Springs elopement packages that offer authentic, fun photos and personalized planning support, I’ve got you. I offer multi-day, full-day, or mini-elopement experiences — whatever best fits the vision of your special day.
Among the Pines Photography elopement packages includes:
- Phone consultation
- Location scouting
- Timeline planning
- Vendor recommendations
- Access to all-inclusive elopement planning resources
- Custom online gallery with all edited high-resolution images
- 48-hour sneak peek photos
- Rights to printing
Let’s Plan Your Steamboat Springs Elopement
If you’re ready to say “I do” in a beautiful place with fun activities, Steamboat Springs is the ideal destination.
Whether you’re planning a relaxed or adventurous elopement with just your partner or a few loved ones, I’d love to help you make it happen! I enjoy helping couples plan and capture the perfect wedding experience.
kinsley + caden
“Brooke was the perfect choice for our wedding day! We had a micro wedding at Sapphire Point in August. I had never been to Sapphire Point and Brooke was so helpful suggesting vendors, picture locations, parking, marriage license info etc. She was so kind and helpful before and during the whole process and was a large part of why the day went so smooth. She does so much more than just show up and take pictures, Brooke will truly go out of her way to make your wedding day perfect! The photos are gorgeous and I keep getting so many compliments! I truly cannot recommend her enough!”
"Brooke was a large part of why our day went so smooth and will truly go out of her way to make your wedding day perfect!"
We chose Brooke to capture our Colorado elopement and she did exactly that and more. She made it easy to plan our day out with locations and timelines so that we could focus on ourselves. We decided last minute to change our afternoon/evening elopement to a 6am sunrise one so beat the heat of the day. Brooke accommodated us without hesitation and even created a new timeline for us so that we knew where to be for the perfect sunrise. She was kind and understood what we wanted in terms of our elopement and we are so grateful to have her capture the day. Our photos turned out beautiful and truly helped us relive the day. I would recommend Brooke to anyone wanting their special day photographed.
"Brooke accommodated us without hesitation and even created a new timeline for us so that we knew where to be for the perfect sunrise."
erica + stacy
kirstie + colin
Brooke not only photographed our mountain elopement beautifully, but she put so much thought into the details and knew all of the answers the questions I didn’t even know to ask. She really puts a lot of thought into each photo and brings her expertise while still remaining very open to what we wanted and ideas we had. She even helped pick the perfect spot for us and advised us on the logistical details like securing a reservation at the mountain lake where we wanted our ceremony. She is SO easy to work with and very friendly and chill. My husband and I are super awkward in front of a camera but she made it so natural and easy - and the shots came out better than we could have imagined.
"She really puts a lot of thought into each photo and brings her expertise while still remaining very open to what we wanted and ideas we had."
amanda + jace
Brooke is many things; talented, calm, flexible, experienced/ knowledgeable, patient, incredibly responsive, organized, resourceful in a pinch, supportive, creative, professional yet a blast to work with, and goes above & beyond w her clients. Our wedding was a spectacular dream and we couldn't be more grateful that she made that single day last forever. Whether she's photographing nature or an intimate event, her pictures tell a story of peace, love, whatever your vision may be. We couldn't recommend her more and we look forward to booking with her for all of our vow renewals, seasonal and family pictures for as long as she'll have us.
"Whether she's photographing nature or an intimate event, her pictures tell a story of peace, love, whatever your vision may be."
linden + brent
Working with Brooke was a dream come true! Before we even met, my husband Brent and I were impressed by her portfolio. After meeting, we were even more convinced that her photography skills and knowledge, and her fun and easygoing personality were exactly what we were looking for in an elopement photographer. Brooke was able to take our vision and facilitate everything so that it worked out beautifully, especially when it came to finding the perfect location (the incredible mountains surrounding Ouray). Throughout the entire planning process, she was honest and flexible, and made it clear that her goal was for us to be 100% happy. In the end, her creativity and our happiness totally shine through in every single photo.
"Throughout the entire planning process, she was honest and flexible."
lauren + branden
I can't begin to express my gratitude for the intimacy and beauty behind Brooke's photographs. In capturing our wedding day, she went above and beyond to document our story, our families, and the depths of our love in ways that I'll forever be grateful for. Brooke has an eye for not only capturing the adventure and magic of your love, but deeply connects with your personal story, understands your relationship, and then gives that back in the most incredible way. She is truly an artist and tells your story in an authentic and creative way for you to look back on for years to come. We are forever grateful to Brooke for spending the time to get to know us, our story, and capturing the memories that we'll relive for years to come.
"Brooke deeply connects with your personal story, understands your relationship, and then gives that back in the most incredible way."
heather + jedd
“If you're contemplating which photographer to go with, THIS IS YOUR SIGN TO CHOOSE BROOKE!!!! She is so so so talented and was able to capture our elopement exactly how I pictured and wanted! We eloped in Ridgway, CO this past September and she was so helpful figuring out picture locations, recommendations of timeline for the day, and just made the whole day feel so smooth. She schedules multiple check ins, phone calls, etc., leading up to the big day to ensure everything is as you want it. Brooke has such a calming, down to earth presence and is one of those awesome people you feel like you've known forever after just the first time of meeting."
"Brooke has such a calming, down to earth presence and is one of those awesome people you feel like you've known forever."
christy + austin
Brooke is the absolute best. She truly went above and beyond for my fiancé and I to be able to get our engagement photos taken with the fall colors. Brooke is so sweet, fun, personable and incredibly talented. We could not be more in love with our engagement photos! Our engagement session with Brooke was such a special experience and a memory we will cherish forever.
"Our engagement session with Brooke was such a special experience and a memory we will cherish forever."
