Located in Estes Park, Black Canyon Inn wedding venue is nestled between a granite ridge and MacGregor Ranch. This idyllic setting is an exquisite location for a wedding in the Rocky Mountains, any time of year. Black Canyon Inn hosts elopements, intimate weddings, and large-scale weddings with grand-sized guest lists. The venue represents the dichotomy of a lavish wedding day experience with the blissful atmosphere provided by the natural sprawl. Below, you’ll find a guide to planning your Black Canyon Inn wedding in Estes Park. I’ve detailed all the information you’ll need to know about each space, including total capacity and the cost of your wedding at this Estes Park resort. Keep reading for more details.
Black Canyon Inn Weddings
There are two locations to host your Black Canyon Inn wedding, The Homesstead and The Boulders. Each location offers a scenic view of the Rocky Mountains, along with several amenities for your wedding day. Below, I’ve detailed the wedding day experience you can expect from each location to help you decide which location is best suited to your wedding day vision.
The Homestead
The Homestead has stood tall on the grounds of Black Canyon Inn since it was constructed in 1929. This stunning venue is a log structure offering a unique take on a rustic chic wedding venue just outside Denver. The venue is centrally located on the grounds of Black Canyon Inn, thus offering easy access. Wedding ceremonies at The Homestead take place at the Wedding Pavillion with idyllic ridgeline mountain views in the backdrop of your vows. The interior of The Homestead offers the feeling and atmosphere of a Rocky Moutain Lodge with a wood-burning fireplace and hardwood flooring for a cozy wedding day experience.
Due to its total capacity, The Homestead is ideal for weddings with an intimate-sized guest list. Additionally, if you choose to host your wedding at this venue, you have the flexibility of hiring the preferred caterer of your choice as opposed to working with the in-house catering team.
Total Capacity | up to 100 guests
Amenities of booking a wedding at The Homestead
- 6.5 Hours of exclusive venue space for your ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception
- Wedding ceremony in the Pavilion (2 pm-5 pm)
- Outdoor lawn space for your cocktail hour
- “Day of” Venue Coordinator
- Event Captain
- Access to the venue begins at 10:00 for decor or rentals
- Fruitwood folding ceremony chairs
- Mahogany chivari reception chairs with ivory cushions
- White banquet folding dining tables
- Cocktail tables
- Table linens & napkins (40 color selections)
- China, flatware, and stemware
- Custom floorplan design
- Bartending staff
- Champagne or sparkling cider toast
- Ceremony rehearsal
- Flexible outside catering options
The Boulders at Black Canyon Inn
The second wedding venue offered at Black Canyon Inn is The Boulders. Built in 2020, this stunning wedding venue is set high above a picturesque hill in Estes Park. This space is also surrounded by picturesque views, embodying the modern elegance of a wedding in the Rocky Mountains. This venue is two stories with separate locations for your ceremony, cocktail hour and indoor wedding reception. Each floor features large, accordion-style windows that open up for taking in the scenic views during your unforgettable wedding day.
This space is ideal for weddings with a larger-sized guest list
Total Capacity | up to 200 guests
Amenities of booking a wedding at The Boulders
- 6.5 Hours of exclusive venue space for your ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception
- 1 Hour of access to the pond on the property for wedding photography
- Two getting-ready suites (access begins at 9 am)
- “Day of” Venue Coordinator
- Event Captain
- Access to the venue begins at 10:00 for decor or rentals
- In-house catering & culinary services
- Menu tasting
- Fruitwood folding ceremony chairs
- Mahogany chivari reception chairs with ivory cushions
- White banquet folding dining tables
- Cocktail tables
- Table linens & napkins (40 color selections)
- China, flatware, and stemware
- Custom floorplan design
- Bartending staff, serving staff, and culinary team
- Champagne or sparkling cider toast
- Ceremony rehearsal
Black Canyon Estes Park Approved Wedding Caterers
For weddings taking place at The Homestead, you can select your preferred caterer from a list of caterers that have been approved by Black Canyon Inn. Each caterer listed is knowledgeable about the venue and offers an unparalleled experience for the food and beverage service at your wedding. Do you have a particular caterer in mind? You can reach out to Black Canyon Inn at weddings@blackcanyon-catering.com for further questions.
| A Spice Of Life Menu 303.443.4049 or info@aspiceoflife.com | Italic Catering Menu 303.768.8970 or sales@italic.catering |
| Bird & Jim Menu 970.586.9832 or birdandjim@birdandjim.com | Jubiliations Catering Menu 303.440.1315 or info@jubilationscatering.com |
| Blackbelly Menu 303.247.1000 or hannah@blackbelly.com | Mcdevitt Taco Supply Menu 720.573.4194 or catering@McdevittTacoSupply.com |
| Deshebrado Catering Menu 720.362.1308 or alyssa@deshebrado.com | Nordy’s BBQ Menu 970-461-9227 or lynzee@nordysbbq.com |
| Footers Catering Menu 303.762.1410 or erin@footerscatering.com | Relish Catering & Events Menu 303.536.5062 or info@relishcateringco.com |
| Green’s Point Menu 303.772.2247 or estuller@greenspointcatering.com | Smokin’ JJ’s BBQ Menu 720.955-4444 or smokinjjsbbq@gmail.com |
| High Country Catering Menu 720.951.8108 or highcountrycateringco@gmail.com | Sugar Pine Catering Menu 303.827.3763 or lance@sugarpinecatering.com |
Black Canyon Inn Estes Park Wedding Cost
Below are the current 2025 & 2026 prices for hosting your wedding at Black Canyon Inn. Pricing is broken out by season and venue. Peak wedding season at Black Canyon Inn happens from May through October. Additionally, the prices below do not reflect service fees, taxes, or gratuity. Lastly, for weddings taking place at The Boulders, there are distinct food and beverage minimums that must be met depending on the time of year you plan your wedding.
Black Canyon Inn Estes Park Wedding Cost | The Homestead
Weddings taking place on a holiday are priced at the same rate as a Saturday wedding during the same time of year.
June 1st through September 30th
- $5000 Monday – Thursday
- $6000 Friday & Sunday
- $8000 Saturday
May 1 through May 31 and October 1st through October 31st
- $4000 Monday – Thursday
- $5000 Friday & Sunday
- $6000 Saturday
November 1st through April 30th
- $4000 Sunday – Thursday
- $5000 Friday & Saturday
Black Canyon Inn Estes Park Wedding Cost | The Boulders
Weddings taking place on a holiday are priced at the same rate as a Saturday wedding during the same time of year.
June 1st through September 30th
* A $10,000 food and beverage minimum will be applicable for weddings taking place on a Friday or Sunday. Conversely, a food and beverage minimum of $12,000 will be applicable for weddings taking place on a Saturday.*
- $8000 Monday – Thursday
- $14,500 Friday*
- $16,500 Saturday*
- $13,500 Sunday*
May 1 through May 31 and October 1st through October 31st
*A $8000 food and beverage minimum will be applicable for weddings taking place on a Friday or Sunday. Conversely, a food and beverage minimum of $10,000 will be applicable for weddings taking place on a Saturday
- $7000 Monday – Thursday
- $12,500 Friday*
- $14,500 Saturday*
- $11,500 Sunday*
November 1st through April 30th
There are no food and beverage minimum requirements for weddings taking place during this time of year.
- $5000 Monday – Thursday
- $7000 Friday
- $9000 Saturday
- $6000 Sunday
Black Canyon Inn Wedding Photos
Black Canyon Inn wedding photos take place on the venue’s scenic grounds. In addition to the majestic ridgeline views, the Black Canyon Inn has a sweeping lawn, pond, footbridge, and cabin for your wedding photography experience. Whether you decide to exchange a first look or enjoy your wedding photos after you tie the knot, there are several locations throughout the property to capture enchanting wedding day photos that tell your love story.
Black Canyon Inn Wedding Planning FAQs
Where is Black Canyon Inn Located?
Mailing Address:
- Black Canyon Inn
- 800 MacGregor Avenue
- Estes Park, CO 80517
Contact Information:
- Wedding & Event Sales 970.652.8544 or weddings@blackcanyon-catering.com
- Wedding & Event Coordination 970.652.8543
- Lodging 970.586.8113
- Reservations info@blackcanyoninn.com
Can we bring our furbaby to our ceremony?
Black Canyon Inn does not allow non-service animals on their grounds for your wedding.
Does Black Canyon Inn offer getting-ready suites?
If you are planning a wedding at The Boulders, yes, there are getting-ready suites available. However, if you are planning a wedding at The Homestead then you may need to rent a property on site in order to accommodate your needs on the morning of your wedding.
Is there parking available for my guests?
If you are getting married at The Homestead, there is a total of 50 parking spots available for guests. Additionally, there is a gravel parking lot available. If you are getting married at The Boulders, the venue offers 40 parking spaces, with additional parking offered via the auxiliary gravel lot.
Is there sound equipment available at The Homestead?
The pavilion at The Homestead does not offer sound equipment, you may need to rent sound equipment to fulfill your needs
How can I secure my wedding date with the venue?
Whether you are booking your Black Canyon Inn wedding at The Boulders or The Homestead, you will need to provide the venue with a 50% deposit to secure your wedding date.
