Make your grand entrance
In the grandeur of Colorado’s mountainside
The Black Diamond Lodge is a unique and gorgeous destination for your day to remember
Book your virtual or in-person walkthrough now to soak in spectacular mountain views, explore our newly updated spaces, and envision your perfect moment.
The Black Diamond Lodge puts your special event front-and-center
Our sprawling mountain views—visible from our ceremony site and our spacious dining room— make your snow-dusted winter wedding or blowout birthday party truly remarkable.
Tucked into the San Juan Mountains, just 30 minutes from Durango, Colorado, lies an unforgettable woodland getaway. This scenic, all-inclusive wedding + events venue is the ideal setting to exchange vows, celebrate with your family and friends, or plan a night to remember.
With its freshly updated interior, 12 cozy guest rooms (with private bathrooms), and breathtaking wall-to-wall windows, this majestic mountain retreat offers the perfect balance of panoramic views and comfortable convenience. Whether you’re planning a springtime event, while the wildflowers are in full bloom, or a winter wedding decorated with a blanket of snow, The Black Diamond Lodge offers an unparalleled backdrop for your biggest day. In a world of screens, feeds, and constant noise, Colorado’s scenic mountainside offers you (and your guests!) the ultimate escape.
“Just had my wedding at the BDL earlier this month and am so happy we chose them as our venue.
The lodge and ceremony site are absolutely gorgeous.
We rented the whole lodge for 3 nights and had all close family and bridal party stay, which made for a great reunion leading up to the wedding day. Amber was my day of coordinator and went above and beyond helping make the day perfect; she is extremely responsive and reliable. Would absolutely recommend anyone to use BDL for your wedding! Thanks guys!!!”
~ Erika
2022 BRIDE
For more memories and deeper connections.
Turn your one-night occasion into a multi-day experience
The Black Diamond Lodge’s outdoor ceremony venue is breathtaking—in every season. But the sweeping mountain views, grand windows, and towering cedar beams aren’t what make events at the lodge truly unforgettable. It’s the treasured opportunity to make deeper connections than a three-hour event could ever forge.
Every Black Diamond Lodge event comes with well-appointed rooms for up to 46 of your friends, family, or guests. Because the best events are all-inclusive experiences.
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On-Site Lodging
Are you looking for a mountain venue with on-site lodging? Host your guests right in the same building as your event to make sure the party continues into the night and all weekend long. With three bunk rooms and 9 hotel style rooms, plus more than 40 on-site condos on Airbnb, you’ll be able to fit your entire friend and family group for the week of a lifetime.
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Vendor Flexibility
Pull from our list of recommended four corners wedding vendors or bring in your own specialists. Use our in-house coordination department to customize the unique wedding of your dreams, or simply DIY your big day. We want your event to feel just like YOU. One size never fits all.
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Pet & Children Friendly
Our casual setting allows for kiddos and pets to play a huge role in your celebration while still having an elegant atmosphere for the biggest party of your life. The party just wouldn’t be the same without including your furry friends!
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Hot Tub, Sauna & Steam Room
All lodging packages come with 24/7 private access to our spa area that includes three hot tubs, a sauna and a steam room for you and your guests to relax pre-wedding and detox post-event! Our spa area is also the perfect place for early morning yoga or a space to bring in your hair and makeup artists. We also have private massage therapists and mobile manicure/pedicure specialists that can come make your weekend a true spa-like experience.
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![Bride and bridesmaids getting ready in bridal suite at Colorado wedding venue in Durango, Colorado - giggling and throwing rose petals.]()
Getting Ready Room | Bridal Suite
Since your venue rental is packaged with a lodging package, we are able to make sure one the lodging rooms is dedicated as a getting ready room. Some brides choose to use the spa, others choose larger rooms for their bridal party to hang out all day! No matter which room you choose, all are brightly lit and able to be customized for beautiful getting ready photos with you and your girls!
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Panoramic Mountain Views
Views of the San Juan Mountains from a recently renovated venue just can’t be beat! Both our ceremony sites, as well as our reception space, shows panoramic mountain views to ensure your Colorado wedding TRULY feels like a mountain escape. Your friends and family who have travelled from far away will be blown away, feeling like they stepped into a mountain Hallmark movie.
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Diverse Coordination Packages
We require a day-of coordinator for all of our venue rentals. Events with coordinators flow smoother, have less hiccups, save money, and overall turn out more beautiful. If you choose our in-house coordinators, we will be the first at your venue and the last to leave, making sure every detail of your big day runs smoothly! Includes all set up, clean up, communicating with vendors on your event date, and timeline management
3 Steps to an event made effortless
WALK
the property
Take a guided tour of The Black Diamond Lodge in-person or virtually—and learn more about our group lodging packages.
PLAN
every moment
Work with our in-house event coordinator (or yours!) to plan every exceptional detail of your event and guest lodging.
EXPERIENCE
the best of Durango
Enjoy rugged outdoor adventures or restorative R&R in the scenic Colorado wilderness—supported by our attentive team.
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SUMMER
Deep forrest greens, late night campfires, bright florals, picnic blankets and summer love. It’s time to fall in love with adventure season in the Rocky Mountains.
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AUTUMN
Yellows and oranges compliment crisp mornings and sunny afternoons, the occasional snow dusting with a cup of hot cider. Adventure through golden Aspen meadows.
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WINTER
Snow covered peaks, cozy by the fireplace, moody florals, snow falls in the hot tub, hot chocolate by the Christmas tree surrounded by all those you hold dear.
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SPRING
Spring blooms, green grass, Colorado blue skies, spring is here and love is blooming. Indoor outdoor spaces for unpredictable weather and frosted and budding mountain views.
Looking for a Colorado wedding venue with lodging?
The Black Diamond Lodge offers the feel of a luxury Colorado wedding resort, with the rustic feel you want for your mountain adventure, and the flexibility of a DIY venue. This unparalleled location is ideal for couples who dream of bringing their friends and family together under one roof for a truly united celebration.
Choose The Black Diamond Lodge to:
Enjoy exceptional value with cocktail tables, table settings, yard games, heaters, and other benefits included at no extra fee (a $8,000 value!).
House up to 46 guests in our updated on-site lodging—perfect for out-of-towners and guests with kids (with even more lodging right across the street).
Take advantage of our spectacular outdoor venue—stunning in every season.
Host your rehearsal dinner and reception party on-site.
Late to the party? No problem!
Ask about our last-minute event discounts! *Limited Dates Available*
We understand some events come together in the eleventh hour. From destination weddings and surprise parties, to last minute ski trips and family reunions, The Black Diamond Lodge is happy to accommodate your unforgettable event whenever possible. Available dates are limited, so call today to secure your stay.
Contact our team to learn more about our 90-day and 30-day-out venue + lodging discounts for your wedding or special gathering, or check out our helpful resource: 10 Tips for Last Minute Weddings.
“I recommend this venue for any wedding or weekend getaway!
I had my weekend wedding at the Lodge last week. The lodge was fantastic... view amazing! The rooms were perfect for my guests. Everyone enjoyed their stay. They had nothing but good things to say about the place. I recommend this venue for any wedding or weekend getaway! I'm sure we will return!
-2022 Bride
Some venues make their $$ in nickels and dimes
But when you book The Black Diamond venue with lodging, what you see is what you get.
Connect with our hands-on support team to learn more about our DIY-friendly events, all-inclusive packages, and dedicated event planners. Because your one-of-a-kind event deserves a fully-customized plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
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For weddings and *most* events we require event liability insurance (typically around $150), a day-of coordinator (our in house starts at $1500), a bartender and a licensed caterer or approved private chef. Our space is “bring your own alcohol” (or even better, have it delivered from our favorite liquor store). You are welcome to hire whatever florist, DJ, hair and makeup person, magician act, photo booth, baker, etc that you would like and we have LOTS of favorite vendors to recommend if you need a little help.
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Our space comfortably fits events with 95 people.
We can accommodate a MAXIMUM of 110 guests, but we strongly recommend aiming for around 80 attendees.
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We LOVE hosting weddings and events! However, to keep our guests, staff and property safe, we require staffing, insurance, and an event coordinator when guests host parties in our space. That being said, if you are planning on hosting a wedding of ANY kind or another party with off-site guests in attendance, then we require you to pay a venue fee.
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We love that you still want to get married with us, but for our guests to get the TRUE Black Diamond Lodge experience, we like them to stay on property. Lodging is required unless your requested event date is a weekday or within the next 90 days. All requests are pending availability.
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Here are some of our favorite shots of our space.
We offer both in-person and virtual walkthroughs when you’re ready for more information.
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We have several back up options in case of rain. Many couples will switch to our patio for the ceremony site, but we can also switch to a last minute ceremony in the lobby area. We provide white wedding umbrellas in the case of rain and we like to hope for sunny days. We do not ever book indoor weddings as plan A. The sunshine and mountains are just too irresistible.
Don’t see your question here? Chat with our team!
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