Yosemite Weddings | Firefall Ranch
Upscale Yosemite Wedding Venue at Firefall Ranch
Exchange your vows surrounded by Yosemite’s breathtaking scenery
Your path to a meaningful and memorable wedding
Nestled among 300 wooded acres, Firefall Ranch is perfect for couples wanting an elevated wedding weekend packaged with a romantic getaway at one of America’s most iconic national parks. Our luxury Yosemite wedding venue is your destination for private villas, stunning event facilities, an experienced catering team, and an unforgettable setting.
Private Yosemite Weddings for Larger Celebrations
For events with 50-200 guests | Seasonal Minimums ApplyWe’ve hosted weddings for over a decade, and our team understands that every wedding party has specific needs. We’re delighted to work with you on lodging options, meal planning, facilities choices, and recreation ideas for your perfect weekend. Our Yosemite wedding packages prioritize flexibility, privacy, and refinement, so we can help realize the 3-day celebration of your dreams. We’ll create a custom itinerary that gives your guests time to relax, explore the park, and celebrate your marriage.
Luxury Yosemite Elopement Package
For events with up to 40 guestsCouples have the option of having their ceremony onsite, or they can apply for permits for it to be performed in the Park and then return to the Ranch for an intimate dinner in our Private Dining Room. No matter your ceremony location, we’re thrilled to invite couples to celebrate their love at our serene and secluded venue.
Private Yosemite Proposal Experiences
Moments that last a lifetimeDesigned for unforgettable moments in Yosemite, this proposal package creates a romantic foundation, with the option to personalize every detail. Whether you’re envisioning something intimate and quiet or elevated and cinematic, we’ll help you plan a proposal that feels effortless, meaningful, and uniquely yours.
Intimate Yosemite Wedding Celebrations
For events with up to 40 guestsThis package lets you center the ceremony at the Ranch with a meal in our Private Dining Room or on the Tavern Lawn, whether you exchange vows on the property or at the Park. Here, intimate celebrations unfold with space to gather, dine, and admire Yosemite’s mountain landscape.
Plan Your Yosemite Wedding at Firefall Ranch
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You can also email Yoanna, our Groups & Events Director, or call at (209) 379-2373 x1516 to discuss your group’s needs and how we can best serve you.
FAQs About Our Yosemite Wedding Venue at Firefall Ranch
Where do people get married in Yosemite?
Couples get married at approved ceremony sites inside Yosemite National Park, as well as private wedding venues near Yosemite, chapels, lodges, and ranch-style resorts. Firefall Ranch’s Yosemite wedding venue near the park features private event spaces, natural scenery, lodging, and elevated dining for couples who want a Yosemite-area celebration without hosting every event inside the park.
How do you plan a wedding in Yosemite National Park?
To plan a wedding in Yosemite National Park, couples typically choose an approved ceremony location, apply for the required park permit, confirm guest count limits, and coordinate lodging, transportation, photography, and post-ceremony celebrations. Many couples choose Firefall Ranch for getting ready, lodging, dining, and celebrating before or after an in-park ceremony.
How do you get a marriage license for a Yosemite wedding?
For a Yosemite wedding, couples need a California marriage license from a county clerk’s office. The license is separate from any Yosemite National Park ceremony permit. Couples should check the current county requirements before traveling, including identification, appointment availability, waiting periods, officiant rules, and license return instructions.
Is Firefall Ranch a Yosemite wedding venue near Yosemite National Park?
Yes. Firefall Ranch is a wedding venue near Yosemite National Park, located in Groveland along Highway 120. The property offers a private ranch-style setting with cottages, villas, event spaces, dining, and spectacular mountain scenery, giving couples convenient access to Yosemite with room to host a relaxed wedding weekend near the park.
What types of Yosemite wedding packages are available at Firefall Ranch?
Firefall Ranch’s Yosemite wedding packages emphasize relaxation. We can accommodate weekend celebrations for large ceremonies with up to 200 guests. Smaller elopements, intimate celebrations, and proposal packages are also available. Couples can plan a full wedding weekend, a smaller gathering, an on-property celebration, or an event paired with a Yosemite National Park ceremony or photo session. Firefall’s wedding packages include private lodging, event facilities, and catering in a serene ranch setting.
Can we have a Yosemite National Park wedding ceremony and celebrate at Firefall Ranch?
Yes. Couples can pursue a permitted Yosemite National Park ceremony or photo session, then return to Firefall Ranch for lodging, dining, receptions, private meals, and guest gatherings. This gives couples the option to exchange vows in the park while using Firefall Ranch as a comfortable celebration retreat near Yosemite.
What Yosemite wedding locations are available at Firefall Ranch?
Firefall Ranch offers on-property wedding locations for different celebration styles, including private dining spaces and outdoor gathering areas such as the Tavern Lawn. Couples can also choose an off-site Yosemite ceremony and return to the Ranch for a fully catered meal or reception.
Does Firefall Ranch offer lodging for wedding guests?
Yes. Firefall Ranch offers on-site lodging for wedding guests, including cottages, villas, and spacious standalone cabins designed for groups and families. Keeping guests on the property can simplify wedding-weekend logistics, meals, and activities.
