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Colorado, wyoming, utah, idaho & Montana
Nat Moore Photography – Rocky Mountains Adventure Elopements
Adventure. Deeply Intentional. Backcountry Expert.
Storytelling for epic celebrations of all love.
Your elopement should feel like an adventure, not a stressful photoshoot. I help you plan every detail. From locations and logistics to who’s there and what gear you’ll want. So you can relax, be yourselves, and fully enjoy the mountains.
With expertise across Colorado’s mountain ranges, including a signature focus on the San Juan Mountains, I guide couples to epic, unforgettable elopement experiences, whether it’s a sunrise hike, a backcountry ski, or a hidden alpine lake.
Every elopement includes exclusive access to my Client Adventure Gear Garage, so you don’t have to buy or rent layers, microspikes, backpacks, stoves, lanterns, or even a picnic setup. Just show up, grab your chosen gear from me and let’s adventure.
Let’s make your love story a mountain adventure.
adventure: (noun) an unusual and exciting experience or activity
Natalie is so talented, personable, and genuine! We couldn’t have asked for a better photographer and or better photos. She was able to capture our most treasured moments in a beautiful, candid way! Definitely reach out to her for a questions/ideas, she’s always happy to help!
Morgan & Zach – Telluride Elopement
The Rocky Mountains Has Some of the Best Places to Elope
Anywhere in the San Juan Mountains and Crested Butte
On top of the peaks, especially the 12er, 13ers, and some 14ers 😉
Every ski resort is a little slice of Heaven – I’ll be ready for the true backcountry soon!
Off the beaten path, just up that 4×4 road
Every shade of blue & teal alpine lakes & waterfalls
Your love is unique and imaginative.
You deserve a stress-free experience that unforgettably and wholeheartedly celebrates you two!
I’ll help you craft & document an authentic day where you can relax and create memories of a lifetime.
Meet Nat, Your Mountain Adventure Expert
I’ve hiked over 1,500 miles in Colorado and photographed more than 200 elopements and intimate weddings across the Rockies. I’m a Wilderness First Responder, so safety is always my priority — and I bring all that expertise to help couples plan epic, authentic experiences.
While I love the San Juan Mountains (my future home!), I specialize in mountain elopements anywhere in Colorado — from alpine lakes and 12ers to ski resorts, waterfalls, and hidden 4×4 trails.
I’m here to guide you through an immersive day — from planning locations, vendors, and timelines, to helping you feel at ease on the trail, slope, or summit. Every moment is captured naturally, candidly, and beautifully.
“If National Geographic did weddings, Nat would be the photographer.”
a few ways to celebrate your love in mountain time
Hiking & Backpacking Elopements
Exploring together is incredibly bonding and such a fun & intimate way to get married. It’s always a good way to spend a day. Being surrounded by giant mountains makes you feel so free and small but in the best possible way. Plus, getting into the backcountry opens up so many more unique and epic locations. You can hike, backpack, or hire an outfitter for a horse pack trip to make it an extra special trip.
Skiing & Snowboarding Elopements
I’ve been snowboarding for 30 years and it’s by far the coolest thing I know how to do. I skied as a tiny person before that. I taught for a season at a small, local mountain here in Colorado. I got a split-board recently and can’t wait to add backcountry skinning elopements to my repertoire. So powder-chasing couples who want to shred in their wedding attire are purely badass in my opinion. Plus it gets you some of the best winter views you can access without a hike.
4x4ing + Anything Water Elopements
4x4ing is like going on a really hard hike to a super gorgeous spot, except you don’t have to carry any of the stuff or sweat at all. Taking you to places that are out of this world and rarely reached without a hike. You can 4×4 your SUP or kayak to a beautiful blue lake nestled amongst giant peaks. A lifted 4×4 vehicle really opens you up the backcountry to you in such a big way. And some professional tour operators can take all the stress off by driving and providing a backcountry meal!
“Nat is AMAZING! If you love the outdoors and want someone who can capture an adventure session or an elopement she is the one to go to! She hiked up in freezing temps to captured our sunrise elopement with our dogs in Summit County and it was beyond perfect! She makes you feel no pressure and captures your adventure all the way through beautifully.”
Emma & Garrett – Loveland Pass Elopement
I’m here for you.
I help take the stress from planning and from having your photo taken. I help you plan a unique elopement experience for you two and the special loved ones you wish to include. And I foster a safe space for you to just get to be yourselves, enjoy each other, and take in the beautiful & epic scenery.
What you get…
A Tailored Elopement Experience
You both deserve to have an experience tailored to your personality, lifestyle, and love story. I send a “get to know you” questionnaire so I can give you custom location and local activity ideas that fit your interests and abilities. I also send you personalized vendor recommendations and a hand-crafted timeline. No way you can be stressed when you have a new bestie who specializes in all things intimate weddings and Colorado adventures.
Laid back, Candid and Fun Photography
Your elopement day isn’t meant to be a boring all-day photoshoot. Let me rephrase; it should not be an all-day photoshoot. You elope to escape the stress, anxiety, and pressure of a big wedding. That’s exactly how your photo experience will be. Laid back, fun, and candid. My aim is to help you craft a day you’re excited & prepared for so that no matter what happens it’s an amazing experience where you two can focus on each other.
Unlimited Elopement & Adventure Expertise
I’ve photographed over 200 weddings and elopements in Colorado since 2014. I’ve hiked over 1500 miles with hundreds of thousands of feet of elevation gain. And an unreal amount of adventures. I’m Wilderness First Responder certified. I use my expertise to help you craft an epic elopement experience from start to finish, for all involved. Taking away a big chunk of the stress that can come with planning.
What’s Included?
Most fun!
Multi-Day Adventure – 2 Days
Perfect for backpacking, horse packing, or multi-location epic celebrations. Document your adventure over two full days.
Includes:
- Two 8-hour days of photography
- Basic ceremony video with Bluetooth mics
- Personalized planning guide & timeline
- Weather guarantee — no other bookings within 24 hours
- Exclusive access to Client Adventure Gear Garage
- Travel across Colorado mountains included
- 800+ fully edited images
- Sneak peeks within 48 hours
starts at $11,200
Best Value!
All Day Adventure – 12 Hours
Full immersion into your mountain adventure. Explore multiple locations, enjoy activities like hiking, skiing, or paddling, and savor moments together without rushing.
Includes:
- Up to 12 hours of coverage
- option to split between same day sunrise and sunset
- personalized planning guide & timeline
- weather guarantee – no other bookings within 24 hours of your timeline
- Travel across Colorado mountains included
- Access to the Client Adventure Gear Garage
- 600+ fully edited images
- Sneak peeks within 48 hours
$8200
Most Popular!
Half Day Adventure – Up to 7 Hours
Covers getting ready, ceremony, celebration, and a 2+ location adventure. Ideal for couples who want a mix of adventure and relaxation.
Includes:
- Up to 7 hours of photography
- Personalized planning guide and timeline
- Weather guarantee – no other bookings within 12 hours of your timeline
- Travel across Colorado mountains included
- Access to the Client Adventure Gear Garage
- 350+ fully edited images
- Sneak peeks within 48 hours
$5800
Mini Adventure – Up to 3 Hours
Short, sweet, and intimate Perfect for couples who want a simple yet meaningful adventure.
Includes:
- Up to 3 hours of photography
- Access to the Client Adventure Gear Garage
- 150 + edited photos with personal print release
- Sneak peeks within 48 hours
- Travel within 100 miles of Denver
- Only available Tuesday through Thursday unless booked within 4 weeks of date
$3300
What’s next?
01/
Set up a free consult call
04/
Book your vendors & lodging
02/
Discuss who, what, where & when
05/
Prepare for acclimation
03/
Pick a date, pay a $1500 retainer to book
06/
Elope & fall more in love
Elopement Package Add-Ons
Adventure Engagement Session
A laid back one hour adventure session within 100 miles of Denver.
$650
Video Content Creation
Video content creation of your elopement or intimate wedding. Content clips taken by your photographer throughout your day.
Mini: $300
Half Day: $700
Full Day: $1200
Multi-day: $1600
Basic Ceremony Video Coverage
One camera video footage on an iPhone 17 Pro with high quality bluetooth lapel mic for of your vows. You receive the raw, unedited footage of your full ceremony via Google drive for download.
$500
Kailey & Brante
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! She had drinks in the car ready to go for hydration, she gave us advice on how to deal with the altitude difference – we’re from Louisiana. She was very professional and encouraging! Super easy to talk to and get along with! I felt like I had known her forever! She is definitely worth the investment!!! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!!!!
Breckenridge Elopement
Cate & Ben
Natalie did an absolutely incredible job for my elopement. Day of she drove up a dirt road with my partner and hiked a bit, then helped me trek down a muddy and slippery slope multiple times during the day to ensure we had no issues while getting all the amazing pictures. The light was harsh with some crazy shadows and she kept all that in mind while shooting. I fully recommend her, the photos turned out incredibly breathtaking.
Piney River Trail Elopement
Robert & Alli
Working with her has been such an incredible experience. She is so friendly, down to earth, hilarious, and extremely knowledgeable of great locations! We picked out a really cool remote location but unfortunately we found out that the road to get there was closed literally the day before we were to get married.. So we reached out to Nat and she helped us find an even better location right away! She took all the anxiety away immediately. We got our sneaks back the next day and they are way better than anything I could’ve imagined. These pictures are absolutely incredible, I’m in awe. I highly recommend you use Nat as your photographer!!
Collegiate Peaks Wilderness Elopement
FAQs
Nope, hiking time is included in your coverage time so we just have to pick a hike that works within your collection. I’ll send you a list of hikes I recommend that fit your vision and capabilities if you’re thinking of a hiking elopement!
Nope! Even my lift ticket for whatever ski resort you choose in Colorado is covered in your collection!
I can shred most black and double black diamonds on good snow days with my gear. My favorite terrains are the bowls and tree runs with powder. I’m capable on almost any terrain I just might not be able to take photos while I shred on some of it.
Booking your vendors, travel, lodging, and activities in a local area is something you have to do on your own. But I do recommend local vendors, unique lodging, and local activity ideas.
No. If you have special decor you’d like to use for your intimate ceremony, dinner, picnic, etc, I suggest you hire a day of coordinator to set those things up for you while you enjoy your elopement day.
I provide 20-50 sneak peeks within 24-48 hours.
Yes, for an additional $1000 you can receive your full gallery within 3 weeks of your elopement day.
Yes. My travel and lodging costs for Colorado are included in the above-listed package prices. If you are traveling out of Colorado, contact me for a custom quote! Some locations I don’t charge a travel fee for as they’re either on my Bucket list!
Do you get our wedding permit for us? necessary wedding permits required to get married on the land.
No, if you are hiking or skiing those costs are covered by me. But if you want to do a private tour of any kind, like snowmobiling, hot air balloon ride, or private Jeep tour then you will need to cover the cost it would be for me to join.
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