Northern Colorado’s Premier Wedding Venue

Memorable. Romantic. Magical.

Open Year-Round

For couples seeking unique and unforgettable wedding venues in Colorado, River Fort Ranch offers a historic yet relaxed backdrop for both indoor and outdoor weddings. Our venue features four stunning ceremony sites and a spacious courtyard, providing the perfect setting to host your guests and celebrate your love in any season.

Every couple is unique, and every wedding tells a different story. That’s why we offer a variety of picturesque ceremony sites to match your vision. Choose from a modern-style barn, a charming upper patio with sweeping views, a lush southern tree grove overlooking the serene river bottom pasture and our majestic herd of Texas Longhorns, or the enchanting Courtyard — a private, elegantly landscaped courtyard perfect for intimate gatherings. After the ceremony, transition seamlessly to our charming Timber and Steel Barn or the elegant River Fort Ranch courtyard for a classic, chic, and spacious reception. A truly unique Northern Colorado wedding venue for your special day.

Bride and groom kissing under a pampas grass arch, bride holding a colorful bouquet, outdoor wedding setting with trees and hay bales in the background.
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Voted Top Wedding Venue

Our wedding venue was featured in an article by NOCO Style as one of the best in Northern Colorado! Read the article: The Perfect Places to Say I Do.

Bride and groom dancing in a rustic barn setting with string lights, surrounded by wedding guests seated at tables at River Fort Ranch in Northern Colorado.

Explore Our Wedding Spaces

Timber and Steel Barn

A beautiful 3,264 square foot barn illuminated with Edison lights, the Timber and Steel Barn offers the perfect location for your wedding reception. The space can accommodate up to 200 guests and is equipped with heat for those cold Colorado days. Couples have access to a high definition projector and an 80” drop down screen to showcase photos and videos. Step outside and enjoy a breathtaking view of the Rocky Mountains and Longs Peak, all while sitting beside a cozy fire pit.

Capacity: Up to 200 guests
Size: 3,264 square feet
Features: Indoor-outdoor, heated

Rustic wedding reception venue with long tables set with white tablecloths, black chairs, tall floral centerpieces, and string lights at River Fort Ranch in Northern Colorado.
Rustic indoor event space with wooden walls, string lights, long tables set with plates and centerpieces, and a decorative archway at River Fort Ranch in Northern Colorado.
Outdoor seating at a rustic venue with wooden structures, multiple tables, chairs, umbrellas, and decorative plants in barrels at River Fort Ranch in Greeley, Colorado.
Bride and groom dancing at a wedding reception in a rustic venue with seated guests and string lights.

The Courtyard

Experience the charm of the secluded Courtyard within the heart of The Lodge. It serves as the perfect backdrop for ceremonies, rehearsal dinners, and pre-wedding gatherings. Whether you want to dance the night away or host an elegant dinner under the stars, the Courtyard provides a unique, rustic setting for your most special moments.

Capacity: Up to 150 guests
Size: 2,500 square/feet for Courtyard
5,000 square/feet on Upper deck
Features: Edison lighting, Open air, Courtyard bar

A rustic courtyard with wooden railings, stairs, and adobe-style buildings, featuring an open fire pit area with seating, under a partly cloudy sky.
Bride in white dress holding yellow flowers standing on rustic wooden staircase with blue sky background.
Bride and groom dancing outdoors at sunset.
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The Cottonwood Grove

Nestled among tall trees and overlooking a serene riverside meadow, The Cottonwood Grove offers a picturesque setting for your wedding ceremony. Steps from the main lodge, this tranquil outdoor space provides a breathtaking blend of nature and elegance. With the lush greenery surrounding you, The Cottonwood Grove creates an intimate and unforgettable ceremony.

Capacity: 200+ guests
Size: 1+ acre
Features: Manicured landscaping, views of river and Rocky Mountains

Bride and groom sitting on a tree log in a park, surrounded by greenery and trees, with a bouquet of flowers beside them.
Bride and groom kissing under a rustic wooden arch decorated with flowers, surrounded by trees and hay bales.
Bride and groom embracing at sunset in a field.
Bride and groom walking down aisle outdoors, groom wearing cowboy hat, guests clapping.

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Each of our wedding packages is personalized and tailored, so you can create the wedding of your dreams.

Platte River Fort was the perfect setting for a rustic, beautiful wedding. The ceremony outdoor space is well kept and so beautiful. The rustic barn was clean and well tended and so beautiful, especially when the sun went down and the lights were shining. The staff was superb. Many of our guests commented on the venue and how it made the wedding so enjoyable. The outdoor space offers games for the children, fire pits, as well as many different areas for guests to gather and sit. We had a wonderful experience.

Camie J

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BEST VENUE EVER! My husband and I had our wedding at the Fort this weekend and Cindy was exceptional, kind, and so easy to work with. She really took care of us and went above and beyond to make our day special. The whole staff was amazing and the venue is always so well-kept and absolutely stunning! You definitely get a bang for your buck at the Fort. 10/10 recommend

Bernadette W

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I still get goosebumps when I think about our wedding at Platte River Fort! The venue is gorgeous, and the perfect combination of rustic and romantic. Erin and the rest of the staff were amazing and helped our wedding day go absolutely perfect! Anyone who is looking for a beautiful, affordable and memorable venue for their wedding should choose Platte River Fort!

Jamie E

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