Big Day Savings: 9 Affordable Lake Tahoe Wedding Venues (Northern Sierras, too!)

Looking for the perfect Lake Tahoe wedding venue that won’t break the bank? Well look no further! From a rustic ranch in the Northern Sierras to a 12th-floor wedding chapel in the mountains to a beachfront terrace right on the lake --here’s a fab selection of places in and around the Lake Tahoe area that can help you stay on budget.


Station House Inn

South Lake Tahoe, CA

Fab Features: welcoming inn just a block from a private beach • say your vows on the sandy shore of beautiful Lake Tahoe, then stroll back to the inn for a poolside soiree • the event manager will hook you up with the best local vendors, from food trucks to photographers, so you can enjoy a fun-filled celebration for an affordable price

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $
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The Tahoe Ridge Resort

Stateline, Nevada

Fab Features: up-close views of the mountains and valley • lakefront or garden ceremonies framed by pine trees and a rustic stone altar • wooden deck for scenic cocktail hours or receptions

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Lake Tahoe Golf Course

South Lake Tahoe, CA

Fab Features: picture-perfect ceremony site on the tenth tee along the banks of the winding Upper Truckee River • charming clubhouse receptions with views of the golf course and Mt. Tallac • generous event packages paired with exceptional catering options

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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The Lodge at Tahoe Donner

Truckee, California

Fab Features: nestled in the Sierra Nevada mountains near Donner Lake • picturesque ceremony Grotto, framed by a waterfall and towering pines • inviting lodge with alderwood trim, open-beamed ceilings, and huge picture windows with panoramic mountain views

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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The Lost Marbles Ranch

Sierra Valley, CA

Fab Features: 20 acre ranch in the heart of the Sierra Valley • rustic celebrations in barn illuminated by cafe lights and salon chandeliers • camping available for up to 125 guests for no extra charge

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$

Tahoe Mountain Club

Truckee, California

Fab Features: ceremonies set on a scenic mountaintop with panoramic lake and forest views • mid-week small wedding packages at the Alpine Club with its cozy fireplace and lofty windows framing snow peaks • local-inspired catering includes both innovative dishes and classic favorites

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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North Tahoe Event Center

Kings Beach, California

Fab Features: versatile beachfront event venue • Lakeview Suite affords a stunning wedding backdrop with its wall of floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the water • large, mirrored bridal dressing room

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$
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Big Water Grille

Incline Village, NV

Fab Features: deck ceremonies framed by majestic pines • soaring glass walls showcase irresistible Lake Tahoe views • the massive stone fireplace makes a perfect ceremony backdrop for a winter wedding

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Bally's Lake Tahoe

Stateline, Nevada

Fab Features: 12th-floor wedding chapel boasts huge windows overlooking crystalline waters • there's a variety of indoor spaces, from a large ballroom to a vibrant casino lounge • customized, all-inclusive event packages cover transportation and lodging

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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