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The following table includes a list of sites in the park where wedding ceremonies have been conducted. To view photos, where available, click on the associated link. Photos will open in a new window (an on-line search for postings by private photographers of areas without photos listed here may be one way to view an area and its scenery). A visit to an area is recommended. Due to firm park restrictions regarding tables, banners, chairs, etc., simple weddings are recommended and encouraged. Fees for wedding permits range from $50 to $200 depending on ceremony size (number of guests and attendants). Click to download a printable wedding permit application. To check the availability of a site e-mail or phone the Concessions Management Office at 970-586-1209.
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Ceremony Size*
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Features
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Alluvial Fan
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Small to Medium
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Aspens, stream/cascades, wood bridge, large boulders scatter the area as a result of the 1982 flood; picnic tables, restrooms. To view photos of the area, click .
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Bear Lake
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Small to Medium
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Dramatic peaks, lake, some aspens; restrooms; popular and busy area!
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Copeland Lake
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Medium to Large
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Lake, sandy beach area; picnic area and restrooms further down the road
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Endovalley
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Medium to Large
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Typically the site is the meadow over the footbridge, aspens (good colors in the fall), stream; picnic area, fire pits & grate, restrooms. Summer access.
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Harbison Meadow
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Large to X-Large
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Meadow, wildlife frequent the area, views of mtn ranges in the Grand Lake area; picnic tables, grates, no restrooms.
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Hidden Valley
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Large to X-Large
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New restrooms, walking trail, group picnic area and smaller picnic sites, log bridge; aspens, pines.
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Lily Lake dock
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Small
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Views of Longs Peak, lake setting, pine trees, no entrance fee; picnic tables and restrooms nearby. To view photos of the area, click .
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Lily Lake-Southside picnic area
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Large to X-Large
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¼ mi walk on uneven (but accessible) terrain. Typically ceremony occurs on knoll overlooking lake, trees, views of lake and some mtns; handicap accessible, picnic tables, restroom (1/4 mi. away at trailhead).
No entrance fee. Additional $50 fee for gate/vehicle access to site. To view photos of the area, click .
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Moraine Park Museum Amphitheater
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Large to X-Large
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Trees, some views of Moraine Park meadow and Longs Peak; amphitheater benches in the hillside, rustic setting, restrooms at Museum. Limited parking.
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Sprague Lake
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Small to Medium
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Handicap accessible, views of divide, log bridge, path around lake, small fisherman’s dock; restrooms, picnic tables. To view photos of the area, click .
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Timber Creek Campground Amphitheater
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Medium
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Trees, amphitheater seating, stage, limited parking, restrooms; for picture click . Site is located on Grand Lake (west) side of park.
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Upper Beaver Meadows
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Small to Medium
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Views of Continental Divide, open meadow; picnic tables, fire pits & grate, restrooms. Gated in winter (walking access only).
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Various spots near Trail Ridge Road
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Small
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Various spectacular views, etc. One site, 3M Curve, as it is known to park employees, is a popular site just off Trail Ridge Road.
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Various Hiking Trails/Lake
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Small
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Various views, waterfalls, etc. Wilderness Regulations restrict ceremony size to 20 people.
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*Small=2-20 Medium=21-35 Large=36-60 X-Large=61-100
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