Weddings in Wyoming

Weddings in Wyoming

Wyoming has long attracted visitors who want to relax and play in one of the most beautiful states in the U.S. So, it's just natural those same people would want to say "I do" and spend their honeymoon in the same beautiful surroundings. Yes, it's a big state, but we've chosen 5 great spots with some wonderful wedding venues in Wyoming we think deserve a look.

Jackson Hole
Saratoga
Cody
Casper
Yellowstone National Park and Surrounding Area

Jackson Hole Weddings

Jackson Hole is the gateway to nearby Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park, where visitors can hike, climb, and bike, go horseback riding or fishing in the summer months, and go skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling or snowshoeing in the winter. In short, no matter what time of year, a wedding in Jackson Hole won't disappoint.

One venue in Jackson Hole you may want to consider is Diamond Cross Ranch, a working cattle ranch with unobstructed views of the Grand Tetons. Their website is diamondcrossranch.net. Another outstanding venue is the Grand Targhee Resort, which is located 48 miles from Jackson Hole and boasts two mountain peaks with over 2,500 acres of skiable terrain. You can get married in their base area surrounded by Aspens and wildflowers, or, if you want some spectacular wedding shots, on top of the mountain surrounded by views of the Tetons. Go to grandtarghee.com for details.

For more suggestions on where to get married in Jackson Hole, go to our page on Jackson Hole wedding venues.

Saratoga, WY Weddings

Saratoga, Wyoming is where you go to enjoy natural hot springs, whether in the summer after a day of hiking or horseback riding, or in the winter, after a day of snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. And a great place to experience the springs is the Saratoga Resort & Spa, which boats a 70-foot natural hot spring mineral pool and teepee covered private pools. For couples they offer both indoor and outside wedding venues. Go to saratogaresortandspa.com for more info.

Just 13 miles from Saratoga you'll find Brush Creek Ranch, which offers 9,000 sq. feet of event space. You can choose from a wide range of venues on the ranch, including the Cowboy Chapel and Dance Hall, which was the ranch's original hayloft; the Wedding & Event Gardens, which is a natural-stone amphitheater which can accommodate up to 150 people; and the Falcon Peak Overlook, with incredible views of Brush Creek, and the Sierra Madre Mountains. For a really fun venue, you may want to consider The Saloon, which comes complete with swinging doors, fireplace, poker tables and a jukebox. For more details, go to their site at brushcreekranch.com.

Cody, WY Weddings

Cody is truly an historical town, having been founded in 1896 by “Buffalo Bill” Cody. The town's location, 50 miles from the east entrance and 80 miles from the northeast entrance of Yellowstone National Park, makes it a great wedding spot for couples wanting a wedding and honeymoon filled being surrounded by nature. For those who like a little outdoor adventure with their romance will love all the outdoor opportunities to go mountain biking, rock climbing, horseback riding, river rafting and hiking. And, why just have a western-themed wedding when you can stay in a town with rodeos and gun fight re-enactments?

There are many wonderful Cody wedding venues from which to choose, but our focus will be on a few standout venues.

K3 Guest Ranch Bed and Breakfast - Located 10 minutes from downtown Cody, Wyoming, the K3 Guest Ranch Bed and Breakfast is surrounded by gardens and open spaces, and offers a real western-wedding experience, right down to the hay ride! For more info you can email them at info@k3guestranch.com.
Chamberlin Inn - Located steps from Cody's historic main street, the Chamberlin Inn has is a member of the Historic Hotels of the Rockies association, and has been included on the Fodor's Choice 2010 list. Contact them at info@chamberlininn.com for information on their garden weddings.
Buffalo Bill Village Cody - A historic landmark, with 83 individual cabins, the Buffalo Bill [Cabin] Village offers nostalgic exteriors with all the amenities you've come to expect in a hotel. Guests at the Buffalo Bill [Cabin] Village at the Buffalo Bill Village Resort are welcome to all shared amenities on site. It is open from May through September.
The Cody - The Cody is a luxury hotel located a quarter mile from the Cody Rodeo Arena, which operates nightly rodeos from June 1 through August 31. For couples, The Cody provides space for weddings up to 100 people, and 75 suites for guests. Contact them at info@thecody.com to discuss your wedding plans.

Casper, WY Weddings

Casper's a destination offering a great mix of outdoor adventure, dining options, museums and other attractions such as rodeos and ongoing festivals. As the second largest city in Wyoming, at just over 51,000 residents, Casper is just small enough to still have that small-town feel, yet large enough to offer couples many ceremony/reception options. For a lovely view of red rock country, consider Red Butte Ranch, which is located near the base of Bessemer Mountain, within walking distance to the Oregon Trail historical marker. Red Butte Ranch is an ideal spot for those couples looking for a riverfront venue, whether it's a small, intimate gathering, or a larger wedding up to 250 guests.

For details, email redbutteranch@yahoo.com or visit their website at redbutteranchlodging.com.

Another Casper wedding venue worth your consideration is Sunburst Lodge, located on Casper Mountain, just twenty minutes from downtown Casper. Their large property provides you with hiking and picnic spots in the summer, and snowshoeing and snowmobiling in the winter. Sunburst Lodge offers both winter and summer wedding venues; for winter weddings the maximum number of guests is 35, while the maximum number of guests for summer outdoor weddings is 125. Do note that in order to have your wedding at Sunburst Lodge you are required to reserve all six guest rooms for a minimum of two nights. For details go to sunburst-lodge.com.

Weddings Inside Yellowstone National Park

Yes, that's right; it is possible to be married inside Yellowstone National Park. In fact, some of the more popular wedding locations in the park include:

Old Faithful Area
Lake Butte Overlook
Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River
Mammoth Chapel

Please not that a permit is required to hold a wedding in the park unless it is at the Mammoth Chapel. You can get a permit by going to: http://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/loader.cfm?csModule=security/getfile&PageID=193177 . You must have either a Wyoming or a Montana marriage license for a wedding in Yellowstone National Park. The National Park Service website suggests a Montana license if you're planning to be married in the north part of the park, and a Wyoming license if you are considering being married in the interior of the park near Old Faithful, Canyon, Lake or Grant Villages. Go to nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/weddinginfo.htm for more info.