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Piney River Ranch is one of the most beautiful venues in all of Colorado. It’s the perfect Vail wedding venue because the Gore Range views are unmatched.

Piney River Ranch is one of the best mountain wedding venues near Vail. The moment you step foot on the property you’ll fall in love with the views. The ranch is available from June 21st through the last weekend in September. Located North of Vail up a logging road, the 45 minute drive is a challenge and we recommend that all guests not staying at the ranch are shuttled in.

The ranch can accommodate ceremonies and receptions up to 200 guests. This top wedding venue in Colorado books up very quickly because of its popularity and limited seasonal availability. Cell service and GPS systems on your phone don’t work at the venue so make sure to print out or download a map and directions to the ranch before you go.

PRR requires a wedding coordinator.

Piney Lake also a great engagement location.

Saturdays are $18,500, Friday and Sundays are $16,000, and Monday-Thursdays are $13,500. Food and beverage minimum is $9,100 from their in-house required catering.

There is limited parking at the venue and the road to piney takes 45-60 minutes because of how rough it is. It's recommended that guests are transported by a shuttle service.

Piney is one of THE venues in Colorado and you don't have to leave the venue to get some of the most spectacular photos. The Gore Range serves as a stunning backdrop.

VENUE DETAILS

Address: 700 Red Sandstone Rd, Vail, CO 81657
Phone: (303) 905-4439
Website: pineyriverranch.com
Guest Capacity: 200
Pricing: Starting at $22,600 for venue and F&B

WHY WE LOVE IT

Without a doubt, this is one of my favorite venues in all of Colorado. The scenery is obviously amazing but the cabins and tents add to an amazing experience. I always recommend that couples plan extra time for photographs so we can venture off the beaten path for something unique. An evening canoe ride with your new spouse will be something you never forget.
Pro Tip: Wear flat shoes or even hiking boots and be prepared to venture a bit down the trail. I know where all the great locations for photos are onsite but a few are off the beaten trail.
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Wedding deck at Piney River Ranch
The wedding ceremony takes place on the deck at Piney River Ranch in September 2016 outside of Vail, Colorado with the Gore mountain range in the background.
Piney River Ranch first look in front of the Gore range in Vail
The two brides hold hands during their wedding ceremony on the deck at Piney River Ranch
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The newlyweds pose on the dock as alpenglow illuminates the Gore Range at Piney River Ranch
Becky and Brian share a kiss in a canoe on Piney lake as the Gore mountain range are lit by the evening sun during their September wedding.
Table and flower decor at Piney River Ranch
Table setup at a Piney River Ranch wedding
Alice and Miranda run together in a field at Piney River Ranch
Becky and Brian row in a canoe on Piney Lake during their wedding in September outside of Vail, Colorado.
The bride and groom walk along the hiking path at Piney River Ranch with the Gore mountain range in the background near Vail, Colorado.
Becky and Brian are surrounded by yellow aspen leaves in September at Piney River Ranch for a portrait.
The newlyweds share a kiss in the canoe on Piney Lake
Table decor at Piney River Ranch
Large group photo at a Piney River Ranch wedding
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Becky walks towards Brian before their first look as the aspen trees are full of color at Piney River Ranch.
Flowers on a table during a Piney River Ranch wedding
Fire pit at Piney River Ranch as the sun sets during the summer
Table setting at Piney River Ranch
The brides walk together on the trail at Piney River Ranch
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REAL COUPLES

Piney River Ranch wedding photos


A couple celebrates in front of guests during their wedding ceremony at Piney River Ranch

Summer Mountain Lake Wedding | Danielle & Gabe

A couple celebrates in front of guests during their wedding ceremony at Piney River Ranch

Summer Mountain Lake Wedding | Danielle & Gabe

The newlyweds pose on the dock as alpenglow illuminates the Gore Range at Piney River Ranch

Summer wedding near Vail | Alice & Miranda

A couple celebrates in front of guests during their wedding ceremony at Piney River Ranch

Summer Mountain Lake Wedding | Danielle & Gabe

The newlyweds pose on the dock as alpenglow illuminates the Gore Range at Piney River Ranch

Summer wedding near Vail | Alice & Miranda

Becky and Brian share a moment during their first look at Piney River Ranch in front of the Gore mountain range.

Mountain Wedding near Vail, CO | Becky and Brian