If you’re looking for an elevated wedding — literally and figuratively — Granby Ranch delivers a one-of-a-kind Colorado mountain experience. With a ceremony deck accessible by ski lift and sweeping views of the Continental Divide, this Fraser Valley venue is a dream for couples who want to celebrate at altitude, surrounded by nature and grounded in joy.
A Mountain Venue with Year-Round Adventure
Granby Ranch is a four-season resort and private mountain destination just outside Winter Park. It offers skiing in the winter and hiking, biking, and weddings throughout the summer and fall. The entire venue feels like a true getaway — quiet, high up, and deeply rooted in the Colorado landscape.
Visit the Granby Ranch website
Address: 1000 Village Rd, Granby, CO 80446
Phone: (970) 887-5180
Why Couples Love Granby Ranch
This venue offers something that few others do: a ski-lift ride to your ceremony. That moment — gliding quietly toward your vows with views for days — is unforgettable. Couples also love:
- Summit ceremony deck with panoramic views
- Chairlift access for guests and wedding party
- Indoor reception lodge with timber architecture and modern finishes
- In-house planning and catering services
- Flexibility for summer, fall, or snow-season weddings
- Lodging and activities nearby for a full weekend experience
It’s the kind of venue where adventure meets elegance — and the result is always personal.
Ceremony and Reception Flow
Chairlift to Ceremony
Guests ride the Quick Draw Express chairlift up the mountain to the scenic ceremony deck. The ride itself sets the tone: quiet, spacious, and full of anticipation.
Mountain-Top Ceremony
With 360-degree views, wood benches, and blue skies above, the ceremony space is as breathtaking as it gets. It’s especially magical in late afternoon light.
Indoor Reception
Back at the base, the lodge-style reception space offers warm wood tones, stone finishes, and space for a full dinner and dance floor celebration.
Getting Ready
Options for getting ready include nearby lodging or coordination with on-site suites (depending on package and timing).
Photo Opportunities
Alpine peaks, wildflower meadows, pine forests, ski lifts, sunset ridgelines — every part of this venue is built for cinematic storytelling.
Best Seasons for a Granby Ranch Wedding
Granby Ranch is a year-round venue, but peak wedding season is July through September:
- Spring: Limited access due to snowmelt
- Summer: Peak wildflowers, green slopes, and clear skies
- Fall: Golden aspens and dramatic mountain color
- Winter: Cozy lodge receptions and snow-packed ceremony views
Why I Love Photographing at Granby Ranch
I’m Ben — the photographer behind Boxcar. What I love about Granby Ranch is how immersive it feels. You’re not just in the mountains — you’re part of them. The scale of the setting brings out something deeper in every couple, and I love capturing that shift from excitement to awe to celebration.
What I bring:
- Experience shooting high-elevation weddings and chairlift logistics
- Portrait planning that honors the setting while keeping it real
- Edits that enhance alpine light, sky, and emotion
- A calm energy that grounds you while the mountain holds the rest
Need help crafting your day? Explore our wedding planning guides and resources for couples for tools that support a joyful, aligned celebration.
Related Colorado Mountain Wedding Venues
If you love Granby Ranch, you might also explore:
- Mountain Lodge at Telluride
- TenMile Station Wedding
- Piney River Ranch
- More Colorado high-altitude venues
Let’s Photograph Your Granby Ranch Wedding
If you’re planning a wedding at Granby Ranch and want photography that honors the scale, soul, and stillness of the mountains, reach out to connect.
In Granby, Colorado — just outside Winter Park in the Fraser Valley.
Up to 200 guests depending on ceremony and reception setup.
Yes — with summer and fall being most popular. Winter weddings possible with ski-in ceremony options.
Yes — outdoor ceremony deck accessed by chairlift and a modern indoor lodge reception space.
Adventurous, panoramic, and elevated — a true mountain celebration with flexibility and epic views.









































































