Off-Roading in Ouray
Imagine finding a random waterfall on your elopement day that your photographer didn’t know about?
That’s exactly what happened on Y & S elopement day! We met up with Y & S at the base of the off-roading trail to drive up early in the morning to the alpine lake they were going to exchange vows at.
They got ready between the trees with not another soul around and walked over to a beautiful spot around the lake to read their vows. On the way up there was a random pull-off that looked intriguing so naturally we had to explore it!
We got super lucky and found the cutest waterfall!
Y & S ended up enjoying a small picnic there with champagne and un-crustables before ending the day oof-roading back into town to get something yummy to eat.
Check Out Their Timeline Of The Day
7:30 AM-We start driving to location (45 min)
 8:15 AM-Arrive at Silver basin. Get dressed (photos of this) then have a first look at sunrise. (30 min)
8:45 AM-Private vows at lower lake & sign marriage license (15 min) 
9:00 AM-Celebrate with drinks, small breakfast picnic w/ hot drink (it might be a little chilly)  (30 min)
9:30 AM-Explore the area and hike around + portraits. (45 min)
10:15 AM-Drive up to second lake for more photos (45 min)
10:45 AM-Drive down and stop if any spots look cool for photos on the way! 
11:30 AM-End Photo Coverage, then head out to explore town for a proper breakfast/brunch :) 
As you can see, sometimes original plans do not go as planned especially when you are exploring new areas!
If you’re looking to elope in Ouray, make sure you check out how to elope in the San Juans to get started.
