Micro-Wedding at Taylor River Lodge in Almont, CO | Taylor & Adam

Taylor and Adam came to us with the sweetest vision: a weekend getaway in the Rockies with just nine of their loved ones.

A weekend to spoil their family, soak in nature, and celebrate in the same adventurous spirit that defines their relationship.

Their celebration began with laid-back activities around the lodge—fly fishing on the river, indulgent massages at the spa, and seasonal, locally inspired meals that showcased the best of Colorado. Taylor River Lodge truly knows how to make guests feel cared for with effortless hospitality.

Thursday evening set the tone with a welcome BBQ. Taylor and Adam made their entrance on a tandem bike, greeted by cheers and loved ones dressed in western attire. Guests sipped a seasonal cherry-infused cocktail before sitting down to a multi-course meal. The night ended around a glowing bonfire with smores and tea.

Friday was the big day, and in true Taylor-and-Adam fashion, it began with adventure. White water rafting on your wedding day? We hadn’t heard of it either, but we were thrilled to add it to their itinerary. With an intimate guest list and a low-pressure mentality, the couple had the freedom to start their wedding morning with adrenaline!

Taylor got ready in the cabin she shared with her sister, mom, and their family dog. Their ceremony was as personal as it was heartfelt: a reading from the bride’s sister, a song from the groom’s sister, and an officiant who happened to be the friend that accidentally witnessed their very first date at a park in Denver (he was out on a run!).

Cocktail hour brought espresso martinis and lounging near the river. Dinner was a coursed meal filled with heartfelt toasts from every guest, and the evening ended with dances between the couple and their parents.

Their weekend was the opposite of performative—it was humble, intentional, and deeply authentic. We feel so honored to have been part of such a meaningful celebration.

Bride and groom having their first kiss
Wedding dinner table inside a rustic cabin
Bride and groom walking across a bridge into a pine forest
White, red and green florals at wedding dinner
Bride and groom vow books with initials on them
Close up of water in the Taylor Creek
Floral bouquet at wedding dinner table
Wedding dinner menu and name card on plate and napkin
Wedding dinner table with candles lit and window looking out to trees behind it
Bride and groom walking beside cabins with western wear on and smiling
Wedding guests talking at welcome dinner outside surrounded by pine trees with table set in front of them
Bride and groom greeting a guest with groom shaking mans hand
Charcuterie spread of cheese, meat, fruit
Two violinists playing outside with guests behind them
Bride in white western dress and cowgirl hat with her mother standing outside
Brown leather couch with pillows sitting in a circle of pine trees and a cabin in the background
Wood fire burning in a black fire pit
Bride wearing cowgirl hat and western coat laughing with a guest and drinking cocktails
Violin and banjo sitting on their stands outside next to pine trees
Bartender pouring white cocktail into a glass of ice with bowl of cherries and lemons in front
Purple and green flowers with brown candles on coffee table in front of brown couch sitting outside
Bride and groom in western attire sitting outside a cabin smiling at each other
Table with flowers set for guests outside with mountains overhead
Picasso book sitting with flower arrangement on side table outside
Simple place setting at outside dinner table
Leather chair with blanket on it in sitting area outside
Sun shining on outdoor dinner table with green and purple flowers
Red tandem bike surrounded by pine trees with a cabin in background
Guests sitting at dinner table outside with string lights overhead and cabin in background
Bride and groom sitting on cabin stoop embracing
Purple and green flower arrangements on dinner table
Bride and groom riding tandem bike away from camera with bride on the back groom on the front and pines all around
Bride in white western dress with cowgirl hat on and white boots sitting in  rocking chair and looking away from camera, cabin behind her
Bride and groom preparing to get onto tandem bike, both smiling
Dining table with purple and green flowers sitting outside with trees and cabins behind it
Seating area with couch and four chairs, coffee table outside in a grove of pine trees
Three guests gathering food from a table and a dog watching next to them
Bride and groom walking away from the camera down a gravel road towards a cabin
Sun shining on an outdoor dining table with striped table cloth and pine trees surrounding it
Side view of place setting at outdoor dining table
Pink cocktail and appetizer sitting in the sun on a striped table cloth
Western hat and tote bag hanging on a wooden wall
Guest in a black suit checking his silver watch
Bride and groom hats sitting on hat stands in a corner of cabin with fish hanging above
Golden retriever laying on rug in cabin with brides wedding dress hanging behind
Bride in pajamas with her sister and mom putting makeup on in the bathroom
Bride sitting in cabin in blue silk pajamas with rustic decor behind and wedding dress hanging next to her
Groom in tuxedo looking out the window in a cabin
Bride in pajamas putting makeup on in the mirror
Bride, mom and sister sitting on a couch with dog on their laps smiling and laughing
Bride sitting in pajamas in cabin looking out the window
Groom adjusting his suit coat in corner of cabin
Bride sitting on a couch in cabin with dog on her lap
Wedding dress hanging in wooden cabin with veil hanging next to it
Groom sitting in leather arm chair in cabin with bookshelves behind looking out window
Bride putting on wedding dress with mom and sister buttoning up back inside of cabin
Sister of the bride putting on brides shoes
Bride in her wedding dress holding bouquet in cabin and smiling
Closeup of brides bouquet in her hands
Bride in her dress and veil in cabin with rustic decor around her
Bride walking to groom from cabin holding bouquet with groom facing away from her
Date of bride and groom wedding embossed inside cowgirl hat
Bride and groom in wedding attire embracing after their first look with cabin behind
Wooden rolltop desk with wooden chair in corner of cabin
Bride and groom kissing with brides back to camera with cabin behind
Groom smiling at the bride with her back to camera and veil and dress
Bride adjusting veil standing in the sunshine with cabin behind
Groom touching brides face standing outside of cabin with sun on pine trees behind
Watercolor wedding invitation with couple portrait on front
Bride and groom kissing with wedding attire on and outside of cabin
Wedding rings sitting on top of a magazine with flowers pictured
Overhead view of Taylor River and pine trees lining the river
Bride and groom in wedding attire standing outside cabin in the sun embracing
Wedding invitations, place cards, menu and map of venue on wood floor back drop
Bride and groom looking at each other smiling in wedding attire outside of log cabin
Bride and groom walking along path with cabins behind embracing in wedding attire
Bridal bouquet on the ground outside surrounded by trees
Bride walking with her dad in a tux in field with cabin behind them
Groom and best man putting bandana on dog at ceremony
Banjo player playing outside
Golden retriever sitting next to guest at wedding ceremony
Bride and groom standing at the altar surrounded by trees outside with guests seated in front of them
Bride holding notebook and reading vows to groom
Bride and groom standing at altar in field with trees around them and officiant
Wedding ceremony in field of trees
Bride and groom kissing at the end of wedding ceremony
Bride in her wedding dress standing on dirt path with trees and cabins behind her
Bride and groom walking in field with their dog walking next to them
Seats for wedding ceremony with florals lining aisle outside in a field with trees all around
Ceremony seats outside in tree grove with florals all around
Father hugging his daughter the bride in her wedding dress
Bride smiling at groom and holding hands at wedding ceremony
Groom smiling while bride reads her vows
Golden retriever laying in grace outside next to wedding guest during ceremony
Wedding guest reading from book at ceremony
Wedding guest reading from paper at ceremony with trees behind her
Bride and groom at the altar smiling at each other
Bride and groom arm in arm walking across bridge outside
Bride standing on wooden bridge outside in wedding dress looking away from camera
Bride and groom arm in arm standing on a wooden bridge in the forest
Bride and groom with serious faces looking at camera inside a wood sauna
Bride and groom getting onto tandem bike
Looking out from inside of a cabin spa room at bride and groom holding hands outside
Bride and groom getting onto tandem bike in black and white
Open cabin door with floral arrangement on the floor in front
Wedding guests toasting with espresso martinis smiling at camera
Appetizers of bread with toppings being passed on wood board
Place setting with lit candles at dinner table
Guests sitting at reception table in log cabin
Bride laughing and talking with groom at dinner table
Bride and groom drinking espresso martinis with arms entwined
Place setting with florals and candles lit on wedding reception dinner table
Floral arrangement sitting on bar with candles lit
Red tandem bike parked outside of cabin in the forest
Bride and groom standing at bar in cabin embracing
Candles lit with florals on reception table
View from outside of guests at reception table eating dinner with mountains above
Bride and groom walking into reception cabin
Guest taking espresso martini from tray of espresso martinis being passed out
Two guests sitting in outdoor seating area with drinks and chatting
Bride toasting with champagne at dinner table
Place settings at reception table with place cards, menus
Man playing guitar outside with violinist behind
Wedding guests standing outside on porch with band playing
Espresso martini on bar table with candle and leather bag
Fishing poles and net hanging on outside of cabin
Floral arrangement with candle on reception table
Reception table with candles lit inside cabin
Floral arrangement on bar with candles lit and bartender behind
Place setting at dinner table with napkin falling over end of table
wedding guests toasting with champagne
 

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