Intimate Family-Centered Elopement

Large breathtaking mountains created a stunning backdrop for this elopement in Summit County, Colorado. Summit county, as it’s name implies is full of big mountains including the 10 mile range that includes, Arapahoe Basin, Breckinridge, Copper Mountain, and Keystone. The mountains are within a 30 minute drive of each other, exploring multiple areas is so easy. Dillon Reservoir sits right in the middle of these adventurous mountains. Sapphire Point overlook, a popular elopement location, is located on Swan mountain with a spectacular view of the reservoir.

This intimate family-centered elopement in Summit County came with a sweet puppy and a private chef. Mackenzie and Tyler wanted to get married with 12 of their closest family and friends so they got an AirBNB together in Keystone and said their vows at Sapphire Point while overlooking Dillon Reservoir.

These two had been together 4 years when they contacted me. They told me they had been putting off wedding planning and they were looking for alternatives to a big traditional wedding. Then they stumbled upon adventure style elopements and got super excited about the idea of eloping with your best people in a breathtaking location.

While chatting about locations and time of year, they decided late July would work best for them. When they saw pictures from one of my past elopements at Sapphire Point, they fell in love with the area and knew this was location was going to be perfect.

They had the sweetest first look at their AirBNB in Keystone then we drove up to Sapphire Point for their beautiful ceremony. The blue sky and warm sunshine provided the perfect contrast to the towering mountain backdrop. As the family gathered before the ceremony, we all took a moment to take in the spectacular views and the cute chipmunks running around . McKenzie and Tyler said their vows in the shade of an evergreen tree with their families and baby pup as witnesses.

After the “I do’s” we went exploring around the lake for some fun & adventurous photos before meeting back up in Keystone where they had hired a private chef to make dinner. Everything about this day was intentional which created some of the most precious memories for this incredible couple and their families. These two and their families welcomed us into their lives like we’d known each other for years. We were honored to be the ones to capture these life long memories.

How to Elope at Sapphire Point Overlook

Do you long to say your wedding vows with beautiful mountain views, a gorgeous lake and tons of hiking opportunities? Sapphire Point Overlook in Dillon, Colorado has it all!

Sapphire Point Overlook sits between Keystone and Breckenridge on Swan Mountain Road, at an elevation of 9,500 feet. The overlook offers a stunning view of Dillon Reservoir, hemmed in by the Gore and Tenmile mountain ranges. It is the only designated site where wedding ceremonies are permitted to take place on the Dillon Ranger District.

If you want to get married at Sapphire Point, you need to make a reservation through www.recreation.gov it shows up on line as a campground reservation, but there’s no camping here only the overlook that’s used for wedding ceremonies.

In order to book Sapphire Point, you need to select a 2 hour time block: 10-12p, 12-2p, 2-4p…you get the idea. Keep in mind during the warmer months it books up very fast, with weddings before and after your time slot. You can book your time up to 6 months out, which I would strongly encourage if you’re hoping to have a summer wedding. Booking Sapphire Point cost $110 plus an $8 reservation fee.

You can’t go wrong if you decide to get married at Sapphire Point Overlook. There truly is so much beauty in the area. Dillon Reservoir is a huge lake with a ton of amenities. Breathtaking mountains, and rugged cliffs are just a few of the areas to explore!

I can help you plan the elopement/adventure wedding of your dreams. This is a perfect location with its paved parking lot and easy accessibility for the two of you or with your dearest love ones.