The Brainard Lake Recreation Area is a perfect place for any Colorado intimate wedding or adventure elopement. With a wide variety of scenery and the Indian Peaks towering in the distance, it offers some of the most accessible views in all of Colorado.

Despite being met by high winds in the area, Rachel & Kevin found a beautiful wooded backdrop where they exchanged their vows with only their closest family members present. After warming up, we made our way to Long Lake and explored the area, while taking a few photos along the way.