Colorado Elopement Photographer for Adventurous Couples
Laid-back, candid mountain elopements with Nat Geo vibes and unforgettable experiences in the Colorado Rockies.
Colorado Adventure Elopement Photographer
You deserve more than a rushed wedding day that never feels like you. I’m Nat, a Colorado elopement photographer helping adventurous couples create intentional experiences in the Rocky Mountains that feel honest, wildly fun, and deeply personal. From sunrise hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park to off-road adventures in the San Juan Mountains, I help couples plan meaningful elopements surrounded by the landscapes they love most.
Whether you’re dreaming of an intimate mountain ceremony in Telluride, a laid-back hiking elopement in Breckenridge, or a multi-day adventure through the Colorado Rockies, I help guide the entire experience with location ideas, timeline planning, permit guidance, Leave No Trace education, and candid photography that feels natural instead of posed. My approach is centered around creating space for real moments, real connection, and unforgettable experiences in Colorado’s mountains.
love & adventure photographer: (noun)
documenting exciting & remarkable experiences of people in love
A wild place where…
adventure bonds are the best bonds
The bonds that are created and fostered on adventures are second to none. Enjoying exciting and sometimes risky things with the ones you love brings you closer together. You learn more about each other and get to see true personalities shine. Adventure with the ones you love.
all are welcome around the campfire
I strive to provide an inclusive space for everyone no matter of body type, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, abilities, political affiliation or background. I want to foster an outdoor community where people have what they need to feel comfortable being themselves fully. I want to inspire all humans to get outdoors and love nature so it can love them back. Here we follow Leave No Trace, and believe everyone should do their part as stewards of the earth and these great places that bring so much goodness to humankind.
candid ᨒ playful ᨒ adventurous ᨒ real ᨒ fun ᨒ bold ᨒ colorful ᨒ true to life
This might be your kind of place if…
- You want your wedding day to feel like the two of you on your very best day outdoors. Not rushed. Not performative. Not packed with expectations.
- Just intentional moments. Big views. Wind in your hair. Happy tears. Maybe a little altitude exhaustion.
- You want someone who can help you find hidden locations, build a timeline around good light and good energy, and remind you to actually soak it all in while documenting it honestly.
- You care about the experience just as much as the photos.
And you’re wildly in love with each other and the outdoors.
Because around here, the goal isn’t just pretty photos.
It’s creating a day that still feels like you years later.
Rocky Mountain Elopement Experiences
As a Rocky Mountain elopement photographer, I specialize in helping couples explore some of the most breathtaking locations in Colorado for adventurous wedding experiences. Many of the couples I work with value hiking, travel, snowboarding, camping, Jeep roads, alpine lakes, and slow intentional moments more than traditional wedding expectations. Whether that looks like exchanging vows on a mountain pass at sunrise or backpacking into the wilderness for a private ceremony, your elopement can be fully customized around the experience you actually want.
I regularly photograph elopements throughout the San Juan Mountains, Crested Butte, Ouray, Telluride, Aspen, Twin Lakes, and other scenic areas throughout Colorado. I also help couples navigate weather, trail conditions, seasonal access, permits, and logistics so they can feel confident exploring the mountains safely while staying fully present with each other on their day.
What are people saying?
Read over 50 five star reviews from clients on Google!
Kailey & Brante
Breckenridge, CO Adventure Elopement
“Let me start off by saying she made this BY FAR the easiest, most memorable fun day for my husband and me. We have never been to Colorado before and we decided to elope in the mountains 🏔! SHE WENT ABOVE AND BEYOND FOR US!“
Sydney & Kyle
Crested Butte, CO Anniversary Adventure
“My wife and I have booked with Nat three years in a row for our anniversary shoots and every year surpasses the next. She is amazing, so talented, and willing to meet us in the middle of the night to get the most breathtaking shots. She knows the best locations for amazing views and is incredible to work with.“
Jeri & Wes
Red Rocks Amphitheater Adventure Session
“We renewed our vows on our 40th anniversary and wanted to make sure the event was well documented – and Nat didn’t disappoint! She was at the event itself and then met us on location the following day so we could get some memorable shots with amazing scenery. If you want great pictures and a fun, relaxing experience use Nat…you won’t be disappointed!”
Hey, I’m Nat!
A Colorado elopement photographer helping adventurous couples plan intentional mountain experiences across the Rocky Mountains and San Juan Mountains. This whole schtick is to lead with love and help you have the best experiences possible. Whatever kinds of adventures you’re dreaming of we can make possible. I’m here to help you.
I have photographed over 200 weddings and elopements in Colorado, plus countless families, couples, portrait & adventure sessions. I have learned how to take the best photos of people. You know, the kind that shows their personality and little special tendencies. The kinds you look back on and smile so hard because it brings you right back into that moment. The only way to do it is by creating a custom experience designed to people’s personalities, wants, and love languages. I help people craft epic and celebratory experiences and then I come along to document them like I’m your long lost sister who has magical photo skills.
I’m Wilderness First Responder certified to help ensure you make properly prepared and informed decisions for your backcountry travel.
I’m like a fly, on the wall and up in your shit.
– Nat
Check out my 50+ five-star reviews on Google !
I do more than just show up with a camera
— I’m an adventure and elopement concierge who utterly specializes in adventuring in & enjoying the Rocky Mountains.
– I help craft intentional experiences that create memories, celebrate life, and grows strong bonds. The ones that make you fall more in love.
— I hike, camp, snowboard, 4×4, road trip, travel & explore with you, and without you. I’m an open book of knowledge to help you create the best experience.
— You have access to my many elopement and adventure planning resources, and ultimate elopement guide once you book.
– I’m a Leave No Trace certified photographer and will help you navigate getting married respectfully and legally in Colorado.
— I’m Wilderness First Responder & CPR certified as part of my efforts to help everyone stay safe in the wild. Hoping to get a split board and Avy 1 cert soon.
— Together we’ll celebrate the magic of life in its purest form, in love + nature.
Explore Colorado Elopement Locations
And check out my free planning guides below!
I love helping people create bonding moments through adventurous experiences, and get to have it all documented. I love getting to know my clients and showing up like your fun family member who is kick ass with their camera. One of the best parts of this gig is bringing people together through planning their most epic days. Days where the smiles are real and the feelings you have on that day you never want to end. This is why you should bring me along to document it in a way that tells your story, not makes it up.
A few Rocky Mountain Adventures I specialize In
Planning an elopement in Colorado comes with endless possibilities, and having an experienced Colorado mountain elopement photographer can make the process far less overwhelming. I work closely with couples to help them choose locations based on scenery, privacy, accessibility, hiking difficulty, weather, and the overall experience they want to create together. From snow-covered winter elopements to wildflower-filled summer adventures, Colorado offers incredible landscapes year-round for couples wanting an intentional and experience-focused wedding day.
Beyond photography, I’m here as a planning resource throughout the process — helping with timeline creation, vendor recommendations, activity ideas, backup plans, and unique ways to make your elopement feel personal. My goal is to help you create a day that feels like an adventure together instead of a production.
Contact Nat
(NO soliciting in this contact form please! – if you’d like to sell your service please do not fill out my inquiry form. You can email me at natmoorephotography@gmail.com)
Colorado’s Best Elopement Locations
- Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre Elopement Guide | Colorado
- Breckenridge Elopement Planning Guide | Breckenridge Elopement Photographer | Updated for 2024
- Garden of the Gods Elopement Guide | Updated For 2025
- Crested Butte Elopement Guide | Updated for 2026
- The Best Photography Locations near Denver
- Rustler’s Gulch Crested Butte, Colorado | Maroon Bells Snowmass Wilderness
- Garden of the Gods Elopement Timeline & Full Gallery Example
- Colorado Ski Resorts
- Loveland Pass Elopement Guide | Updated for 2025
Helping couples and adventurers craft experiences across Colorado since 2018. Documenting love in all forms since 2014. Loving photography since 95.
Lead with love in everything you do.
Adventure Elopement Photographer based in the Rocky Mountain Region and available for travel worldwide