Mountain wedding venues in Vail, Colorado

Vail, Colorado makes for one of the most popular destinations for ski trips, mountain getaways but also mountain weddings! Amazing skiing, luxury amenities and gorgeous Colorado views. From skiing and snowboarding, hiking and mountain biking, your friends and family will fall in love. There are so many gorgeous wedding venues all over Colorado, but Vail is extra special!

As a Colorado wedding photographer, I’ve been lucky to see some of the most gorgeous weddings and wanted to share some of my personal favorites!

Eagle County is roughly 2-2 1/2 hours from Denver International Airport. While it’s a bit of a drive, there are many ways of transportation to and from DIA. There’s also a small, local airport in Eagle. Encourage your guests to arrive a few days early to enjoy all that Vail & Colorado has to offer.

1. Piney River Ranch

If you’re looking for insane mountain views with a touch of glamping flare, Piney River Ranch is your place. Gosh, I love this venue. They have it all with their views, lake, canoeing, camping, hiking, and cabins. It’s perfect for couples who love the outdoors and want an EPIC view.

A bit of a trek to get to as it’s a bumpy, long dirt road about a 45 minute drive outside of Vail, Colorado. If you can handle a touch of ruggedness, this is your place.

2. Camp Hale

Camp Hale is another one of my favorite wedding venues! A gorgeous private space tucked away in the mountains outside of Vail and Leadville.

The ceremony ‘island’ is the perfect backdrop to tie the knot and their tent is the perfect way to incorporate the outdoors, the mountains, but stay dry in the elements.

Bonus points for the stocked pond so your guests can fish during cocktail hour.

3. 4 Eagle Ranch

It’s right outside of Vail, farm animals, cute, quant, and rustic. Luxury yurts are available onsite for your friends and family to stay after your wedding.

Horseback riding, sleigh ride, carriage rides, off-roading, wine tasting. What more do you need?

4. Vail Wedding Deck

Sonnenalp

If you’re looking for something in the heart of Vail, Sonnenalp is gorgeous!

Four Seasons

Larkspur

Vail Golf Course

The Vail Golf course is a gorgeous wedding venue tucked away from the hustle and bustle, but still close to the main villages of Vail. The ceremony takes place on the ‘wedding island’ on the golf course.

Grand Hyatt Vail

Donovan Pavilion

The Tenth at Vail

The Arrabelle

The Sebastian

Manor Vail Lodge

Vail Chapel

If you’re looking for a chapel or a church in Vail for your wedding, the Vail Chapel is a gorgeous chapel right in the heart of Vail with so much character and charm!

Home or cabin rentals

If you’re looking for something smaller and more intimate, there are many rental home options! Check out local rental companies like Moving Mountains or Paragon Lodging, to see what homes accommodate weddings.

Other things to consider

Getting around Vail

If you’re staying in Downtown Vail, it’s very walkable around the village areas. Vail also has a free bus and many of the hotels offer a shuttle. It’s still an hour and a half from Denver so you’ll either want to rent a car or book a shuttle to get to the mountains. There are so many places to explore so I would recommend renting a 4-wheel drive car. There are Uber or taxi services, but they’re limited and not always reliable.

What’s the best time of the year

Is a winter wonderland wedding your dream? December through March is your window. But if you’re not into the idea of your guests wearing thermal underwear under their suits, summer is incredible. Late June through September is our peak summer. Want something a little quieter and okay with changing weather and restaurant closures? May, October and November are known as ‘mud season’ with fewer crowds, but sometimes not much going on.

Where to stay

There’s a lodge, condo, or Airbnb to fit every style and budget. Just remind your guests to book early, especially if you’re getting married during peak ski season or summer festivals. Check out this list of hotels and things to do while you’re visiting!