Romantic Elopement Ceremony in Ouray


If you are looking for breathtaking views, amazing scenery and beautiful mountain, all that at your reach but at the same time with a hint of adventure look no further than Ouray in Colorado. I wrote another blog on how to elope there you can read here it when it comes to the best elopement locations in Colorado, the San Juans are easily my favorite. Ouray makes for such a great getaway town to explore the area, and along with Telluride is one of the best mountain towns in the area. If you are looking for a venue Gold Mountain Ranch is a great option: it serves as an Airbnb but also guests are allowed to host small, intimate Colorado weddings. This couple had a fun, styled element ceremony at the Overlook before going into the San Juan mountains o a jeep adventure.

Bride in white tulle gown stands on mountain balcony with scenic Rocky Mountain views and evergreen trees.
Outdoor wedding altar with white floral arrangements on a stone patio, framed by Rocky Mountain peaks and evergreen trees.
Bride and groom share first look moment on mountain stone patio with rustic cabin and scenic Colorado views.
Couple sharing a romantic dip kiss at a mountain wedding with stunning Rocky Mountain peaks and cloudy skies in the background.
Bride in white strapless gown holding bouquet smiles at groom in gray suit on mountain wedding venue deck.
Bride and groom embrace at mountain wedding ceremony with white floral arrangements and dramatic Rocky Mountain backdrop.
Hands adjusting a gingham pocket square on a groom's gray suit with a floral boutonniere at a wedding.
Bride and groom at outdoor mountain wedding ceremony with floral arrangements and scenic Rocky Mountain backdrop.
Bride and groom seated at floral-adorned sweetheart table with mountain backdrop at outdoor wedding.
Bride and groom share a romantic dip kiss with stunning mountain and pine forest backdrop during outdoor wedding ceremony.
Bride and groom share cake at floral-adorned sweetheart table with stunning mountain backdrop at outdoor wedding.

Jeep Adventure Elopement in the San Juan Mountains


The best way of exploring the area around Ouray is definitely by a jeep. Why? Because there are so many off roads, bumpy roads and terrain that is absolutely spectacular but a regular car is not going to be able to access. If you want to get to some off the beaten path places during your elopement, the best is to rent or hire a jeep. Jeep adventure elopements in Ouray are fun, take you to the most beautiful places, allow to have more private experience and start you journey as a marry couple on an adventure. Here are some jeep companies in Ouray that offer guided tours and jeep rental:

Some of the most popular and gorgeous passes accessible by Jeep in Ouray are:

  • Imogene Pass

Ouray’s most epic adventure, topping out at 13,114′ above sea level. For those searching for a real thrill, look no further. You will experience all aspects of summiting Colorado’s second highest 4×4 trail while climbing over 5000’ in elevation.

  • Yankee Boy Basin

Explore Yankee Boy Basin’s famous Twin Falls, iconic wildflowers, historic mining ruins and more! This can be combined with Governor Basin.



Couple elopes at a stunning mountain waterfall surrounded by pine trees and rocky peaks in Colorado.
Bride and groom stand atop a rocky waterfall surrounded by pine trees in a stunning mountain elopement ceremony.
Bride and groom stand on rocky mountain overlook with dramatic peaks and pine forests in Colorado elopement wedding.
Couple in wedding attire walking through alpine meadow with dramatic rocky mountain peaks and evergreen forest backdrop.
Couple embracing in wedding attire with stunning Rocky Mountain backdrop and evergreen trees under a partly cloudy sky.
Bride and groom stand on a rock overlooking a stunning Colorado mountain landscape with green slopes and evergreen trees.
Couple embracing on a rocky ledge with stunning mountain peaks and evergreen forest backdrop on a sunny day.
Bride and groom kissing on a rocky overlook with stunning mountain landscape in Colorado during outdoor wedding elopement.
Bride and groom embrace on a rocky ledge with stunning mountain peaks and pine forest backdrop.
Bride in lace gown and groom stand on rocky overlook with mountain peaks and pine forest backdrop.
Couple in wedding attire embracing in a mountain meadow with yellow wildflowers and rocky peaks in the background.
Couple sharing a romantic kiss during mountain elopement surrounded by yellow wildflowers in Colorado.
Bride and groom stand together gazing at a stunning Rocky Mountain landscape surrounded by evergreen trees.
Scenic alpine valley with lush green slopes, scattered evergreen trees, and towering rocky mountain peaks under cloudy sky.
Groom lifting bride in arms with stunning Rocky Mountain peaks and pine trees backdrop.

Reasons for a Jeep Elopement in Ouray


As mentioned above:

  • you will remember your elopement as your best adventure day. Bumpy roads lead to the best places and that is the case in Ouray. Imagine getting dressed, hopping on a jeep and going down the most beautiful roads (yes bumpy) and then stopping at different view point inaccessible by any other vehicle. How cool is that.
  • You get to experience beautiful nature in a gorgeous scenery. I know everyone getting married in Colorado is thinking the Rocky Mountain National Park is the best, but there are so many amazing elopement locations in CO, you just have to get to them.
  • You're doing something original, fun and unique. Pick your scenery, not a venue and arrive in style..in a jeep.
  • Youcan do it at your own pace. You don't need a strict timeline. Whether you arrive in a jeep with guide or ret your own, you can enjoy the beauty of Colorado at your own pace.