How to Elope in Colorado in July
July is when summer really kicks off in the mountains of Colorado! Early in the month, you’ll still have a chance of a dusting of snow on the highest mountains, but that won’t last as temperatures continue to warm up throughout the month. If you’re looking for long days, wildflowers, green foliage, and flowing waterfalls, July is the perfect month!
Updated March 15th, 2026
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What is the weather like in July?
July is one of the warmer summer months in Colorado. In the Denver area, you can expect highs in the 90s, but once you get higher in elevation, you’ll find more comfortable temperatures in the 70s.
9 Reasons You Should Elope in Colorado in July
1. Wildflowers
July is the best month to elope in Colorado if you imagine being surrounded by wildflowers. You can find wildflowers all over the mountains, but the locations with the best wildflowers are Crested Butte and Ouray.
Always be sure to stay on trail and avoid stepping on wildflowers!
2. Green foliage
In addition to wildflowers blooming, the grasses, trees, and other plants will also be thriving in July.
3. Flowing waterfalls
With so much snowmelt happening at high elevations, the waterfalls in July are even more impressive. The best locations for seeing waterfalls are Crested Butte, Ouray, and Telluride.
4. Full alpine lakes
Like waterfalls, the water levels in alpine lakes will be at their fullest in July. This is especially important for some alpine lakes that slowly drain throughout the summer and can be empty by fall! The best locations for alpine lakes are Buena Vista, Estes Park, and Ouray.
5. Open hiking trails
By July, you’ll have your pick of hiking trails in Colorado. By then, most of the mud from the spring will have dried up, and most of the snow will be melted.
6. Open off-road trails
We always suggest that couples who want to off-road on their elopement day wait until mid-July. By then, even the most remote trails should be open. The best locations for off-roading are Buena Vista, Crested Butte, Ouray, and Telluride.
7. Long days
With an average of 15 hours of daylight in the Colorado mountains, you’ll have plenty of time for adventure. The early sunrises and late sunsets also give you a better chance of having locations to yourself.
8. Great stargazing
If you elope in an area without light pollution, July is the perfect month for stargazing. And if you choose a date in the second half of July, you can even experience the beginning of the Perseid Meteor Shower.
9. Comfortable mountain temperatures
Wanting to escape the heat? The Colorado mountains are a perfect option for you. With highs in the 70s and lows in the 40s, you’ll be much cooler than in many other parts of the country.
Top 7 places in Colorado for your July elopement
Estes Park in July
What kinds of views to expect: Evergreen forests, alpine lakes, mountaintop hiking trails
Our favorite spots to elope in Estes Park: Sprague Lake, Trail Ridge Road, and Dream Lake
Dates to avoid: July 4th (and surrounding dates)
Breckenridge in July
What kinds of views to expect: Large reservoirs, alpine lakes, mountaintop hiking trails
Our favorite spots to elope in Breckenridge: Sapphire Point Overlook, Lake Dillon, and Loveland Pass
Dates to avoid: July 4th (and surrounding dates)
Buena Vista in July
What kinds of views to expect: Mountain passes, alpine lakes, off-road adventures
Our favorite spots to elope in Buena Vista: Collegiate Peaks Wilderness, Turquoise Lake, and Twin Lakes
Dates to avoid: July 4th (and surrounding dates)
Aspen in July
What kinds of views to expect: Aspen groves, alpine lakes, waterfalls, mountaintop hiking trails
Our favorite spots to elope in Aspen: Maroon Bells Amphitheater, Crater Lake Trail, and Aspen Mountain
Dates to avoid: July 4th (and surrounding dates)
Crested Butte in July
What kinds of views to expect: Colorado’s largest aspen grove, alpine lakes, waterfalls, mountaintop hiking trails, off-road adventures
Our favorite spots to elope in Crested Butte: Mountain Wedding Garden, Gothic Road, and Kebler Pass
Dates to avoid: July 4th (and surrounding dates)
Telluride in July
What kinds of views to expect: Alpine lakes, waterfalls, mountaintop hiking trails, off-road adventures
Our favorite spots to elope in Telluride: San Sophia Overlook, Bridal Veil Falls, and Last Dollar Road
Dates to avoid: July 4th (and surrounding dates)
Ouray in July
What kinds of views to expect: Alpine lakes, waterfalls, mountaintop hiking trails, off-road adventures
Our favorite spots to elope in Ouray: Ridgway State Park, Million Dollar Highway, Ophir Pass
Dates to avoid: July 4th (and surrounding dates), Rocky Mountain Toyota Roundup (usually around the 22nd)
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Published February 22nd, 2026