Ruth & Justin
Schedule
Friday, September 15th
Rehearsal Dinner @ 6:30pm
H-Bar-G Ranch (Dance Hall)
3500 H Bar G Rd
Estes Park, CO 80517
Saturday, September 16th
Wedding Ceremony @ 4pm
H-Bar-G Ranch (outside Lodge area)
3500 H Bar G Rd
Estes Park, CO 80517
Reception Dinner to follow in the Lodge's Dining Room.
Sunday, September 17th
Sunday Brunch @ 9-11am
H-Bar-G Ranch (Dance Hall)
3500 H Bar G Rd
Estes Park, CO 80517
Informal, come as you are, whenever you'd like (during the posted times).
Travel
Weekend Venue
The H-Bar-G Ranch in Estes Park will play host to our wedding festivies.
Transportation to Estes Park
The closest airport to fly into is Denver International Airport (DIA). The Ranch is an 1.5 hour drive from DIA. The most direct route from the airport will take you through the small town of Lyons before heading up the lovely North St. Vrain Canyon.
Let Ruth or Justin know your flight times and we can try to arrange carpools to/from the airport.
The Estes Park Shuttle is available for set departure times from DIA. Cost is roughly $115 round trip ($65 one way).
Rental cars are also available at DIA.
Accommodations
All guests invited to the weekend festivities will have a place to stay at the H-Bar-G Ranch. We understand that the Ranch is rustic and not for everyone, so we've compiled a short list of some recommended places to stay outside the Ranch...
Best Western Plus
(10 minutes from the Ranch)
Conveniently located on Highway 34, with easy access to the wedding venue, shopping, and waterfront.
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Stanley Hotel
(12 minutes from Ranch)
Offers four types of hotel accommodations including 1909 historic hotel rooms, historic boutique hotel, modern hotel rooms, and 1-to-3 bedroom condominiums perfect for groups.
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YMCA of the Rockies (Estes Park Center)
(20 minutes from Ranch)
Make sure you book at the Estes Park Center.
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Various Airbnb's and VRBO's
There are a ton of short term rentals within the town limits. Keep in the mind that the wedding festivities will take place at 3500 H Bar G Road.
Estes Park
While Estes Park is the gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park, we have compiled a small list of things to do in town.
Food Recommendations
- Scratch Deli & Bakery (to-go sandwiches)
- Antonios (New York style pizza)
- Cafe de Pho Thai (Thai food)
- Twin Owls Steakhouse (reservations needed)
- The Post (chicken and beer)
- Notchtop Bakery & Cafe (breakfast and lunch)
For your coffee needs, we will have a variety of coffees available at the Ranch. If you would prefer to venture into town and visit a local coffee shop, Estes Park has Kind Coffee, The Bird's Nest, Ziggi's Coffee and a few Starbucks.
Things To Do In Estes Park
- Rocky Mountain National Park (park pass and timed reservations needed)
- Sombrero Stables (horseback riding)
- Mustang Mountain Coaster
- Estes Valley Community Center (gym, rec center, indoor pool and lazy river)
- Historic Stanley Hotel (guided "spirits" tours available)
- The Bull Pin (bowling, reservations needed)
- Breweries galore: Lumpy Ridge, Avant Garde, etc.
- Shopping in downtown Estes Park and at Estes Park Mountain Shop
FAQs
What do I pack for the wedding weekend?
Your suitcase's contents will most likely be weather dependent. September in Colorado is usually the best time of the year... or it could be snowing. Check that 10-day forecast for Estes Park as your trip draws near. Layers will be key.
What do I wear to the Rehearsal Dinner?
"Colorado Casual" works here. Jeans and collared shirts are welcomed. Casual dresses (layers are advised).
What do I wear to the Wedding Ceremony and Reception?
Let's class it up a bit here. No jeans please. Cocktail attire. Heels are not recommended due to the uneven surfaces of the Ranch. Sunglasses recommended.
What do I expect while staying at the Ranch?
The H-Bar-G Ranch is a 120+ years old. She's vintage, rustic, and very charming. She's located 8,000 feet above sea level. Be sure to drink plenty of water while here. Sunglasses recommended. There is no air conditioning in any of the cabins, but all have windows that open and let in that mountain breeze in.
Most activities will be outdoors. Dirt lives outdoors. Don't bring your white-est of white shoes and expect them to still be white when you leave. Heels should not be worn either. Flats will do just fine.
Registry
We have placed a few household items on our registry as we build a home together. Speaking of homes, we have also created a fund for a future down payment as well as gift cards for home improvement stores.
Our Zola Wedding Registry
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