Garden of the Gods Rules

What You Need to Know

Garden of the Gods is a public park and does not require a permit or fee from the park to get married.

Simply Eloped operates under a Commercial Use Permit that allows us to plan and coordinate ceremonies in the park. This permit covers our ability to operate as your planner, but it does not reserve or guarantee a specific ceremony location.

All ceremony spots are open to the public, cannot be reserved, and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

A Simply Eloped team member will be present for your ceremony. This may be your officiant, photographer, videographer, or an onsite helper.

For the Orchid Package, an onsite helper add-on is required to meet this requirement.

The Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department and the Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center may limit or restrict commercial activity in the park at any time.

Park Rules & Restrictions

Alcohol & Receptions
Alcohol is not allowed anywhere in the park.
Receptions are not permitted, unless you are having a picnic at the Scotsman or South Spring Canyon Picnic Areas.

Chairs, Décor & Equipment
To help preserve the natural beauty of the park, setup is very limited.
The following are not allowed:

• Tables, tents, arches, trellises, or similar structures
• Decorations of any kind
• Bird, butterfly, or balloon releases
• Rice, confetti, or anything thrown

Chairs may only be used for elderly or disabled guests.

Trails & Environment
Please stay on established trails at all times.
Do not disturb vegetation or natural features.

Public Access & Conduct
All areas must remain open and accessible to the public.
Blocking off spaces, including parking areas, is not permitted.
Sales or transactions must take place outside of the park.

Please be respectful of other visitors, groups, and park staff at all times.