Few things can be more romantic than a couple confirming their lifelong commitment beneath the beautiful waterfalls of Yosemite National Park. Perhaps that’s why so many weddings are performed in the popular national park. There are numerous scenic places in which weddings can be performed. One amazing spot is the overlook at Glacier Point, with all of Yosemite Valley spread out before the Waterwheel Falls - Michael Ambrose© couple in a perfect metaphor for the happy life ahead of them. The Yosemite Chapel is another beautiful location, framed by the towering pine trees and even more magnificent granite cliffs of the valley. You can find the permit and pricing information for your Yosemite wedding at www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/weddings.htm. Yosemite isn’t the only popular wedding spot in the region, however. From the valley floor to the Sierra Nevada, the romance of Madera County inspires many to come and say “I do.” Outdoor locations are a common theme in Madera County weddings, as the beautiful scenery is inescapable throughout. Appellation California in Madera has become a popular wedding venue. The wine tasting room is located on a sprawling green lawn, with seemingly endless rows of vineyards around it. The massive oak tree and park like setting have played host to several ceremonies, and are becoming more and more popular as the word spreads. Bass Lake is another favorite wedding location. Ceremonies have been held right on the shore at recreation areas as well as at the famous Pines Resort, Forks Resort and Miller’s Landing. Each provides beautiful locations as well as the other amenities necessary to make a wedding perfect. Some people prefer the solace and peacefulness of a wedding in the forest. Paradise Springs is the ideal location for someone looking for that. Located in the Sierra National Forest, it is a stone’s throw from the Nelder Grove of Giant Sequoias and minutes from Oakhurst. The luxurious cabins sitting amid lofty pines next to babbling brooks make for a setting of romance that will make the bride the envy of the wedding party. The possibilities are endless. From orchards and vineyards to meadows and forests, the romance of Madera County will make the perfect setting as a couple in love starts on their journey together. Contact the Yosemite Sierra Visitors Bureau to receive a wedding planner packet to get started on your journey today. Chilnualna Falls - Nancy Robbins©
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