25 Woodsy Wedding Venues in Southern California

Venue Superpowers:

Full-Service Resort

Lakeside Ceremonies

Destination Weddings

Fab Features: full-service AAA Four Diamond Resort nestled along the lakeshore in the richly forested San Bernardino Mountains • exchange vows on the lovely lakeside lawn, flanked by towering pines • the Lakeview Terrace Room boasts warm tones, picture windows, and glass doors that open onto an al fresco terrace

Venue Superpowers:

Charming Chapel

Tree-Shaded Terrace

All-Inclusive Packages

Fab Features: serene setting on 150 acres of the San Bernardino National Forest • ceremonies in a charming chapel, lush, forested meadow, or along the peaceful creek • dining and dancing on the Whispering Pines terrace, with trees all around and bistro lights and stars overhead

Venue Superpowers:

Private Mountain Retreat

All-Inclusive Destination Packages

Cabin Lodging for All Guests

Fab Features: all-inclusive destination getaway on 28 private, forested acres• towering cedar and pine trees frame a creekside ceremony site, with gorgeous multi-level decks for dancing into the night • celebrate all weekend long with guest lodging in sweet, rustic cabins, while you enjoy the charming honeymoon suite with a stone fireplace and an extra-large Jacuzzi tub

Venue Superpowers:

Historic Camp

Dreamy Rock Waterfall

Elopements Welcome

Fab Features: this majestic redwood setting was once the home of an early 20th-century logging camp • exchange vows among the soaring trees, before a sparkling rock waterfall, or beneath a natural wood arch in the wildflower gardens • intimate receptions under glowing bistro lights with the historic cabins as your romantic backdrop

Venue Superpowers:

22-Acre Escape

Two Venue Options

All-Inclusive Packages

Fab Features: charming spot nestled on 22 acres of creeks, lakes, and meadows • choose from two unique, scenic venues: one tucked by a lake with a sparkling water feature, and the other set on a verdant lawn framed by trees • all-inclusive packages feature plenty of extras, like a DJ & MC, floral package, and photo booth

Venue Superpowers:

Summit Ceremonies

Crystalline Lakes

Welcoming Lodges

Fab Features: luxurious resorts in the Eastern Sierras • say “I do” atop Mammoth’s 11,053-foot summit one of the highest peaks in California • treat your guests to a champagne gondola ride for an authentic bird’s-eye view of the town below before disembarking mid-mountain at Parallax, an elegant restaurant with soaring windows on two sides

Venue Superpowers:

Secluded Getaway

Open-Air Deck

Weekend Weddings

Fab Features: luxury getaway in the San Bernadino Mountains tucked between lush forest and a sparkling creek • exchange vows on the outdoor stage, with the majestic mountains beyond, then enjoy cocktails on the spacious open-air deck • plush accommodations in 6 guest rooms, including 3 spacious suites, are the perfect home base for the wedding party

Fab Features: secluded private estate at the edge of a mountain canyon overlooking an oak-sheltered creek • showstopping ceremony site with panoramic views set halfway down the canyon slope • receptions on the expansive al fresco terrace or the warm, rustic-chic barn

Venue Superpowers:

All-Inclusive

Private Estate

Romantic Gardens

Fab Features: private oasis nestled on 5 acres with a panoramic view of beautifully landscaped gardens, and a lake with waterfall and swans • event spaces include the gazebo, covered pavilion, open-air courtyard, and reception room • an air-conditioned bridal room is available for getting ready

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$

Venue Superpowers:

Private Estate

Mountain Views

All-Inclusive

Fab Features: relaxed mountain retreat surrounded by mature trees and rolling foothills • ceremonies on a terraced stage in front of the picturesque façade of a country chapel • the cabin and cottage have been renovated into comfortable, private suites for getting ready

Venue Superpowers:

Panoramic Wilderness Views

Vintage Vibes

Manicured Courtyard

Fab Features: landmark vintage California venue overlooking a wilderness preserve • courtyard ceremonies beneath a wrought-iron gazebo surrounded by olive trees, manicured shrubbery, and terracotta pots brimming with blooms • elegant banquet hall boasting original hardwood floors, an open-beamed ceiling, and a wraparound terrace

Venue Superpowers:

Year-Round Tented Patio

Lovely Landscaping

Seasonal Food & Wine

Fab Features: creekside venue and fountain courtyard surrounded by greenery • tented and heated patio allows for outdoor celebrations year-round • menus feature fresh, seasonal organic foods and wines

Venue Superpowers:

Oak-Shaded Deck

Natural Light

Indoor/Outdoor Flow

Fab Features: gorgeous Topanga Canyon venue nestled in the trees • outdoor sites include an elegant amphitheater and deck beneath a canopy of oaks and an expansive creekside meadow • light-filled Dancing Hall and Lounge

Venue Superpowers:

Gatsby Vibes

Lovely Lawns & Gardens

Five-Star Cuisine

Fab Features: 1924 Gatsby-esque art-filled estate • octagonal Solarium flooded with natural light and 9 acres of outdoor space outfitted with lush lawns, a rose garden, and a romantic stone gazebo • delectable and creative five-star cuisine from Colette's Catering

Venue Superpowers:

Equestrian Club

Expansive Lawns

Inviting Dining Room

Fab Features: upscale equestrian club on acres of pastures, paddocks, and barns • expansive lawns for tents and a warmly inviting great room • gorgeous show horses are playful “extras” in wedding photography

Venue Superpowers:

Hacienda-Inspired

Landscaped Terraces

All-Inclusive

Fab Features: hacienda-style buildings surrounded by orange groves and flowering shrubs • receptions on a cobblestone terrace bordered by California oaks and native cacti • al fresco celebrations in an open-air theater with a marble stage, stone patio, and bubbling fountains

Venue Superpowers:

Garden Ceremonies

Grand Ballroom

Creative Cuisine

Fab Features: treelined garden oasis, nestled in the peaceful countryside • hilltop ceremony site boasts sweeping natural vistas • airy Grand Ballroom outfitted with intricate crystal chandeliers and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the garden patio and golf course • the culinary team loves to customize menus for all types of cuisine -- including Vegan, plant-based, gluten-free and more.

Venue Superpowers:

Urban Oasis

Affordable

Oceanview Meadow

Fab Features: 230-acre nonprofit park and urban oasis with seasonal color and incredible city, mountain, and ocean views • expansive oceanview meadow and hillside amphitheater surrounded by trees • oak-shaded terrace for dining

Venue Superpowers:

Lovely Lawns

Rustic Charm

Flexible, All-Inclusive Packages

Fab Features: all-inclusive, scenic country club nestled in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains • rustic Meadow surrounded by palm, oak, and birch trees with a majestic mountain silhouette • romantic Garden boasts a manicured lawn with a forested border and tall, twinkle-lit hedges

Venue Superpowers:

Upscale Oasis

Waterfall Terrace

Vineyard Views

Fab Features: enchanting oasis with grapevines and forested gardens • ceremonies on the Waterfall Terrace atop a stunning stone stage framed by a redwood pergola • swanky receptions in the Mountain View Room graced with crystal chandeliers, luminarias, and sparkly accents

Venue Superpowers:

Villa Vibes

Impressive Waterfall

Parklike Grounds

Fab Features: Tuscan villa-inspired property full of Old World charm • nestled near the ocean among vineyard and groves of oak and manzanita trees • the grounds boast 22,000-square-feet of manicured gardens, an expansive lawn, and an impressive 40-foot waterfall

Venue Superpowers:

Modern Style

Destination Weddings

All-Inclusive Packages

Fab Features: stunning Paso Robles winery boasting cool California vibes and epic views • al fresco events are magical on the sprawling grounds under massive oaks, bistro lighting, and the starry sky • affordable weekend-long packages include lodging and fun activities like horseback riding or blending parties

Venue Superpowers:

Old World Charm

Al Fresco Receptions

Vineyard Views

Fab Features: Old World Mediterranean feel thanks to ornate iron gates, Italian cypresses, and classic colonnades • 300 acres of vineyards and a dedicated hillside for weddings with a panoramic view • dreamy al fresco reception plaza surrounded by blooming florals and herbs, fountains, and lawns

Venue Superpowers:

Private Estate

In-House Salon

Garden Oasis

Fab Features: luxurious private canyon estate • exchange vows in a beautifully lit, treelined meadow, on a terrace facing the lake, or at a lakeside garden gazebo • upscale amenities like a full-service salon, gourmet cuisine, deluxe accommodations, and superb service—all for a surprisingly reasonable price tag

Venue Superpowers:

Secluded Ranch

Al Fresco Receptions

All-Inclusive Packages

Fab Features: 13-acre ranch abounding with picturesque sprawling meadows • all-inclusive packages cover everything from catering and open bar to DJ services and coordination • exchange vows under the 500-year-old oak tree then host an al-fresco reception under the stars in the Spanish Courtyard or on the terrace beneath market lights

Venue: The Marquess