All you want to do is escape on an adventure somewhere…
That's why you picked crested butte! It's the perfect place for a grand adventure in the mountains,
You want to spend your wedding day exploring the wild earth around you
YOU WANT TO SPEND YOUR WEDDING DAY EXPLORING THE WILD EARTH AROUND YOU
You want to spend your wedding day exploring the wild earth around you
Not doing things the traditional way
We're here to tell you that you can spend your wedding day going on that epic colorado adventure!
This is how we came to the realization that an elopement is the ultimate way to marry (heh heh) the two concepts together! Why not go on an epic adventure with your fiance and get married! No worrying about all the boring wedding details or everyone else’s happiness except yours; instead you get to plan out an epic adventure together.
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WHY LET THOSE WORRIES STOP YOU IN YOUR TRACKS?
BUT THERE MIGHT BE SOME NAGGING WORRIES IN THE BACK OF YOUR MIND…
In fact, we’ll make sure they won’t
Hey, we're lauren and blake
We feel most alive exploring somewhere wild, it’s why we’ve traveled to a combined 9 countries and 17 U.S National Parks. We’re explorers at heart, just like you.
Our favorite memories together are when we're exploring somewhere new and having a hell of a lot of fun doing it. And if we get lost searching for a waterfall and lose our flashlights, well we can say it was an adventure.
And there’s nothing better than making friends while exploring how beautiful this earth can be. So there’s no strangers here, only new friends and shared experiences!
Let us be your go-to team for elopement expertise, travel tips, logistics planning, backup plans, and most importantly, your trusted friends along the way! So you can just sit back and dream up your epic once-in-a-lifetime elopement experience, without worrying about all the planning.
We know the worries of going against tradition. That feeling of guilt for putting your relationship and your love for adventure first. We’re here to give you the courage to live life a little more wildly, to break free of your day-to-day life, and to put your happiness first.
your crested butte elopement photographers
EVERY STEP OF THE WAY, WE’RE HERE FOR YOU, AS FRIENDS, AS SUPPORTERS, AND AS A TEAM THAT TRULY CARES THAT YOU HAVE THE BEST DAMN WEDDING DAY EVER!
Because we believe that having an authentic and adventurous wedding day is the best way to start your marriage. It’s why we eloped too!
100+ FRIENDS MADE
9 COUNTRIES + 17 NATIONAL PARKS EXPLORED
200+ ideas to help you craft the perfect elopement
where to elope in crested butte:
alpine lakes & mountain passes
around mt. crested butte
cottonwood pass
lake irwin
some of our favorite locations for elopements
and because we're colorado locals
you'll get insider knowledge of the best hidden gems for your crested butte elopement!
Imagine taking a jeep to a serene alpine lake, nestled between mountain peaks and you're the only ones for miles...alone on top of the world.
We've explored & scouted countless amazing locations for Colorado elopements & love exploring new ones all the time! So we'll hike those trails for you and find the most stunning ceremony spot you can think of, and not the ones everyone else is at!
But you'll also get tons of local favorites from brewery recommendations to fun activities & spots for your trip that not many tourists know about! (because we love finding the hole in the wall places!)
how to elope in crested butte
Learn all about eloping in the wildflower capital of Colorado. Crested Butte is a stunning location, especially in Summer and is a great place for your Colorado elopement. Read the blog to get tips of locations, when to elope, and the best Crested Butte activities you can include in your day.
crested butte elopement resources
how to have a dog-friendly elopement
Colorado is a very dog-friendly state! While the National parks in Colorado aren't very dog-friendly, most of the National Forests, trails, & towns are. Your dog can even sign your marriage license in Colorado. Learn how to include your dog (or cat) in your Colorado elopement & how to prepare for your day with your furry friend.
I got teary eyed when I opened the photo album, these are photos I will treasure for the rest of my life. Thank you again Wild Wayfarer Photography!"
"We had never met before that day, but [their] energy makes you feel like you've been friends forever, and man do they take some KILLER photos.
abby & taylor
I got teary eyed when I opened the photo album, these are photos I will treasure for the rest of my life. Thank you again Wild Wayfarer Photography!"
"We had never met before that day, but [their] energy makes you feel like you've been friends forever, and man do they take some KILLER photos.
abby & taylor
let's get started!
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A guiding hand in creating your unique elopement experience
With our extensive travels and local knowledge, we’ve compiled a list of amazing locations and will help you choose one that matches the adventure you’re dreaming of. You’ll also get access to our vendor & Airbnb recommendations, and activity ideas that make your adventure feel that much more epic, all catered to you and your dream elopement day.
how we help you elope in your own wild way
No over-complicated planning here! We’ll give you a straight forward plan to make your elopement dreams come true.
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support and inspire you
You chose this path because you want an experience! You are looking for that epic adventure of a lifetime! But you’re worried about doing things differently and you feel like there’s no one to help you plan… So we’re here to support you every step of the way! Need a friend to talk about how epic your day is going to be? Need experts who know the best times of year for a certain location? We’ve got you! And on the day, we come prepared with anything you need: extra bobby pins, tissues, an umbrella, extra water, sunscreen (just to name a few), so if you forget something, we'll make sure it doesn't effect your day.
you're not alone in planning your dream day!
- Crafting a unique timeline for your day, with space built in for you to take in the view!
- Finding amazing back-up locations, just in case the weather doesn’t cooperate
- Helping you navigate permits and marriage license requirements
- Finding those hidden gem locations for you
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You get two new friends and an epic team!
After our many zoom calls, we’ll feel like long lost friends! And because we’re a husband and wife team, you get two different perspectives, not just in your photos, but in planning your dream elopement too.
There's a reason we're called a dream team: because it wouldn't be the same if we worked alone. It means that we work seamlessly together in capturing your elopement & creating a fun & care-free environment when you spend your day with us! We're ready to adventure with you, chat about anything under the sun, and wade through streams so you can get epic photos & have an epic experience!
"Showing up for our big day had a whirlwind of nerves, but being photographed by Lauren and Blake was such a relieving point. When we took our elopement photos with them, they both had us really enjoy being in the biggest moment of our lives, while also laughing with them and becoming friends, which is not something I knew we were signing up for, but was a HUGE bonus!!! They're seriously so special and I really genuinely don’t say that lightly. Our pictures came out better than perfect and we both feel that they really captured our relationship in the most special way possible. Booking with them is the smartest decision anyone can make. They are truly talented, wonderful people."
"When we took our elopement photos with them, they both had us really enjoy being in the biggest moment of our lives, while also laughing with them and becoming friends."
Anna & CAmeron
You know you want a grand adventure in colorado, but how do you even start planning that experience? Is it possible? how long should it be?
all day!
Not giving yourself the whole day (or two) to travel, adventure and experience things is kind of like walking out in the middle of a movie… It leaves you unfulfilled, and when you look back it feels like you missed out on so many experiences and amazing memories.
getting ready together at your airbnb
go off-roading and explore the mountains
play with your dog in an alpine lake
taking a dip in a waterfall
brewery hopping before your ceremony
soaking in your hot tub
watching the sunset & exploring the winter wonderland
hiking through mountains and meadows
horse-back riding
That’s why we recommend at least a full day for your crested butte elopement
That way when you look back on all those photos:
You get to include epic activities, more adventure, and create an amazing experience focusing on your love!
You remember how it felt. You remember the way you laughed so hard you cried, or how it felt standing on the top of the world. The way the flowers bloomed beneath your feet and the way your partner made you feel sharing their vows. Your whole story from start to finish.
You get to share that experience with those dearest to you!
And you get to relive those moments again and again, flicking through your album pages in the years to come. Or remembering that fuzzy feeling everytime you look at your elopement photos hung up on your wall.
included in every crested butte elopement package:
PHOTO COVERAGE BY A HUSBAND AND WIFE TEAM OF TWO PHOTOGRAPHERS
Personalized location recommendations from local experts
Elopement planning guide: all the steps you need to start planning your dream elopement.
Personalized vendor/accommodation and activity recommendations
constant support
a personalized gallery full of colorful meaningful photos & scenery from your day
customized timeline & elopement day itinerary
a space created for you to feel care-free & adventerous
72 hour sneak peaks
polaroids of your adventure!
We know when planning an elopement, it can feel overwhelming and it can feel lonely. That’s why we want you to know that we are there for you every step of the way. You’re not just another couple, we treat you like friends. We’ll cheer you on, laugh along with you, and help you create memories that will last a lifetime.
Filled with activity ideas, best places to get your attire, travel tips and so much more.
We capture the real moments, the laughter, the feeling of running around in the meadows, the sheer grandness of the earth around you.
We want you to really experience your elopement day! After all it’s not a 10 hour photoshoot!! That’s why we make space for you to do your own thing! While we also may give you prompts so you’re not stuck wondering what to do, we know when to step back and let the natural moments happen!
Funny enough, we dont have many photos together, and some of our most treasured memories are captured on a polaroid! That's why we want to include polaroids of your day, because nothing can compare to holding a physical memory of the most important day of your life! Plus, when we say goodbye, we want you to have something physical that you can put up on your wall as soon as you get home!
no travel fees anywhere in the world
crested butte elopement packages
We know Crested Butte like the back of our hands: from the mountain peaks of the Elk Mountain Range, to the wildflower filled valleys of Crested Butte and the Alpine Lakes of the many mountain passes. It truly is a beautiful and wild location for your elopement and with our local expertise, we'll make sure you have a truly wild Crested Butte elopement!
what's included:
- A husband and wife team of 2 photographers, always
- Starting at 4 hours of coverage and up to a 2 day elopement experience
- Colorful photos that tell the story of your day including scenery & candids
- Personalized online gallery with printing capabilities
- Personalized vendor, accommodation, activity recommendations
- Personalized Location guide/scouting from local experts
- Timeline assistance and a personalized elopement itinerary
- Personalized elopement planning client portal
- Exclusive 70+ page elopement planning guide
- 72 hour sneak peaks
- Travel costs included, anywhere in Colorado
- Polaroids that you get to take home on the day
- Constant support & friendship
Pricing starts at $5000 for 6 hours
next steps on this adventure
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Fill out our inquiry form and then we’ll talk all about your elopement/wedding dreams via zoom/phone call. Don't know where you want to elope? We're here to help!
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We'll send over a contract & proposal and start planning!! We'll send you our exclusive guides, planning resources, and questionnaires to get to know you better.
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You finally get to experience that wild elopement you've dreamed of!!
"We had a great day working with Wild Wayfarer Photography! They captured our elopement so beautifully and knew the perfect spots to take us for photos, as we were unfamiliar with the area. I loved how they got to know us prior through a questionnaire to get a sense of who we are and what we enjoy & made sure to incorporate our preferences into the day. Our photos are so unique & beautiful and we can’t wait to display them in our home!"
- Madison & Austin
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frequently asked questions about eloping in colorado
When should we elope in Colorado?
Do we need witnesses & an officiant?
Can we invite our friends and family?
How many hours do we need for our elopement?
Do we have to hike on our elopement day?
What happens if it rains or there is bad weather?
Colorado is magical no matter what time of year you choose to elope!
If you're wanting alpine lakes, wildflower meadows, and slightly snow-capped rocky peaks, we recommend summer! Summer in the mountains is typically June to August. Spring is still very very snowy, in fact March is one of our snowiest months here and can be great for snow-boarding and skiing.
Our personal favorite seasons are summer for the wildflowers and waterfalls and fall for the changing leaves!
Colorado's weather can be unpredictable, even in Summer, so make sure to create a back-up plan (we'll help with this) and make sure you're prepared for any type of weather!
When should we elope in Colorado?
Do we need witnesses & an officiant?
Can we invite our friends and family?
How many hours do we need for our elopement?
Do we have to hike on our elopement day?
What happens if it rains or there is bad weather?
In Colorado, you can self-solemnize. This means you do not need an officiant or any witnesses! Some of our couples self-solemnize and some choose to have an officiant present for their ceremony.
In some counties, you can also have your pet sign your marriage license with their paw print! (so cute!)
When should we elope in Colorado?
Do we need witnesses & an officiant?
Can we invite our friends and family?
How many hours do we need for our elopement?
Do we have to hike on our elopement day?
What happens if it rains or there is bad weather?
Absolutely!! If you're eloping in Colorado, since you don't need an officiant or witnesses, it can just be you two. But it's totally up to you if you want to bring family and friends along! You can also opt for a two-day elopement: one day with family/friends and one day just you two!
Some National Parks, National Forests and BLM land do have specific guest limits, so just keep that in mind. Typically, we recommend under 15 guests in under to adhere to Leave No Trace and keep these lands beautiful for years to come. If you want more people, there are some smaller venues and locations that are able to hold larger guest sizes: Maroon Bells Amphitheater is one great example!
When should we elope in Colorado?
Do we need witnesses & an officiant?
Can we invite our friends and family?
How many hours do we need for our elopement?
Do we have to hike on our elopement day?
What happens if it rains or there is bad weather?
It depends! How many hours you want/need depends on what activities you want to include in your day, if you're having guests, if you want to visit multiple locations or the travel time between locations is big, and what kind of experience you want. We absolutely recommend booking a full day elopement (12 hours) so you can include all the activities you want and not feel rushed at all on your wedding day!
Typically couples book for us from 6-12 hours in their elopement day and couples who want to spend a day with family/friends and a day just the two of them, book us for a two day elopement!
We'd love to chat with you about what experience you're looking for and one of the reasons why we offer complimentary initial planning calls is so we can help you figure out just how many hours you want/need.
When should we elope in Colorado?
Do we need witnesses & an officiant?
Can we invite our friends and family?
How many hours do we need for our elopement?
Do we have to hike on our elopement day?
What happens if it rains or there is bad weather?
Not at all! While some couples decide to hike on their elopement day, not all do and it's completely up to the two of you and what you want to do on your day.
You can get to so many epic locations by off-roading, kayaking, rock-climbing, hot-air balloon, and driving! Some of our favorite locations in the San Juan Mountains are best viewed by jeeping to them (no hike necessary!)
We work with each & every couple to help you find activities you enjoy and experiences that fit how you want your day to look and your comfort level. Some hikes can be 1 mile with hardly any elevation gain and some can be 6 miles with 2000ft elevation gain, so there's definitely a variety in Colorado for any couple that wants to hike.
When should we elope in Colorado?
Do we need witnesses & an officiant?
Can we invite our friends and family?
How many hours do we need for our elopement?
Do we have to hike on our elopement day?
What happens if it rains or there is bad weather?
Colorado's weather is unpredicatable. It can snow in June or be 80 degrees and sunny! So our biggest tip is always come prepared and ready to roll with the weather.
But bad weather can happen. If it's an unsafe weather condition (wildfire, hurricane, blizzard, etc), we'll either move locations, move times (to morning instead of afternoon) or move date to a back-up date. This is where back-up plans, especially locations, come in super handy and why it's part of our planning process. As locals, we know some great back-up locations no matter where we are in Colorado.
We also suggest just embracing the weather! So what if it rains, dance around and play in the puddles. If it snow: create a snowman or cuddle up by the fire! Some of the most memorable elopements we've captured happened in "bad" weather with rain & snow, but they were such amazing experiences for the couple.
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Destination elopement photographers for those that want a truly wild wedding day.
Florida • Tennessee • Washington • Oregon • California • Crested Butte • Utah • Colorado • North Carolina • Alaska • Iceland • New Zealand • Scotland • Nevada • Italy