Weddings at Lory State Park
Experience the beauty of Colorado and plan a one-of-a-kind outdoor wedding at Lory State Park. With easy and convenient access from Fort Collins, Lory makes an ideal wedding location. The natural surroundings and beautiful lake views provide a great backdrop for wedding photos and lasting memories with friends and family. Lory's three scenic locations can accommodate from 50 to 100+ guest and offer a variety of amenities. For more information, please see the wedding application packet or call the Lory Visitor Center at (970) 493-1623. Our locations book up quickly, so please make your reservations in advance.
General Info:
- Application fee is $10
- Permit required for all vehicles
3 Great Locations!
SOLDIER CANYON
Recommended for large special events
Capacity: 100+ people, 50+ vehicles
Fee:
- Monday-Friday $150.00 / 2 hours (Plus $10.00 Reservation Fee)
- Saturday or Sunday $300.00/2 hours (Plus $10.00 Reservation Fee)
Soldier Canyon picnic area offers a scenic setting nestled beside a beautiful section of the parks’ red sandstone hogbacks. This is the only facility that offers electricity and water. For reservations please contact the Park Office at 970-493-1623.
TIMBER
Capacity: 100 people, 40 vehicles (maximum)
Fee:
- Monday-Friday $100.00
- Saturday or Sunday $150.00
Timber group picnic area is nestled in the mouth of Soldier Canyon, creating a private setting off the beaten path. The area is surrounded by plains cottonwoods, and rolling hills to the South. This site has covered picnic shelter, toilets, grills, horseshoe pit (horseshoes available to rent for $5.00/day, available at Visitor Center), volley ball court, and seasonal waterfall nearby. For reservations please visit cpwshop.com or call 1-800-244-5613
SOUTH ELTUCK
Capacity: 50 people, 35 vehicles (maximum)
Fee:
- Monday-Friday $75.00
- Saturday or Sunday $125.00
Eltuck site sits in a rolling meadow just off the shoreline of Horsetooth Reservoir. The red sandstone hogbacks offer a striking background to the grassy meadows where mule deer can be found grazing. Amenities include: 7 covered picnic tables 3 pedestal BBQ grills Horseshoe pit (horseshoes available to rent for $5.00/day, available at Visitor Center) Vault toilets. For reservations please visit cpwshop.com or call 1-800-244-5613.
