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Bridal Veil Lakes is an outdoor, garden-style wedding venue located in Bridal Veil, Oregon. Situated just 30 minutes east of Portland in the historic Columbia River Gorge, this picturesque venue boasts beautiful wildflowers and lush forests. You and your guests will enjoy a tranquil lake setting as you say your “I do’s.” Bridal Veil Lakes looks forward to making your special day unforgettable.

Facilities and Capacity
Couples can accommodate up to 350 guests at this waterfront venue. For your ceremony, you can exchange your vows underneath a romantic, decorative arch. Their three-acre, spring-fed lake will serve as your backdrop. Towering old growth forests will add a touch of drama and romance. As your guests enjoy cocktail hour on their covered patio, you and your spouse can hop in a canoe for truly one-of-a-kind photographs. For your reception, you and your loved ones can dine and dance the night away in their open-air pavilion. Both the patio and pavilion are 800 square feet each, and are equipped with decorative lighting and electricity.

Services Offered
This full-service venue only hosts one wedding per day, in order to give you the time and attention you deserve. They invite each couple to come as early as 9:00 a.m., and stay until midnight. They allow you to choose your own outside vendors for a creative and unique affair. The caterer of your choosing will have access to their caterer prep area, which comes complete with a commercial refrigerator and freezer. There’s also a custom BBQ grill you can use at your disposal. Additional services include:

  • Canoes with life jackets
  • Chairs
  • Indoor restrooms
  • Outside alcohol
  • Parking
  • Tables
  • Tents

Location
This unique wedding venue is situated off exit 28 on Interstate 84, making them easily accessible for you and your guests. Their secluded setting is protected from the east wind, and their covered patios are great for inclement weather. Gorgeous sunsets, whimsical forest paths, and lush greenery will surround you as you celebrate your love.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$3,100

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$2,833

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$3,200

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$2,500

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Chairs
Parking
Tables

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Garden
Park
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception

What event services do you offer?

Outside Vendors

What bar services do you provide?

Outside Alcohol

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Chairs
Lighting
Tables
Tents

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

Reviews of Bridal Veil Lakes

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Bridal Veil Lakes is consistently praised by multiple reviewers for its stunning beauty and ethereal atmosphere, making it a dream-like location for outdoor weddings. Guests were captivated by the picturesque grounds, canoes for entertainment, and the accommodating nature of the family owners. The venue is highly recommended for its flexibility, beautiful surroundings, pleasant staff, vendor recommendations, and overall magical experience, creating a perfect setting for a wedding close to Portland.

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Bridal Veil Lakes is consistently praised by multiple reviewers for its stunning beauty and ethereal atmosphere, making it a dream-like location for outdoor weddings. Guests were captivated by the picturesque grounds, canoes for entertainment, and the accommodating nature of the family owners. The venue is highly recommended for its flexibility, beautiful surroundings, pleasant staff, vendor recommendations, and overall magical experience, creating a perfect setting for a wedding close to Portland.

Emily
Emily Sent on 12/28/2024
5 out of 5 rating

BVL is a Dream!

Bridal Veil Lakes is the most beautiful venue I've ever laid eyes on - truly! My husband and I somehow magically snagged a wedding date in late September, and everything was absolutely perfect - the weather, the landscape, the staff... we couldn't have asked for a better experience. The phrase we kept on hearing from our wedding guests was "stunning." We lost count of how many times people used the same adjective! It really was the most dream-like location, and we'll forever be in love with Bridal Veil Lakes.
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Courtney Sent on 09/29/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Magical

We were looking for an outdoor venue and couldn’t have dreamed of a better one. The property is large and meticulously landscaped, every single corner is picturesque. It’s the only venue we toured where the reality was even better than the pictures, when you’re there it feels like you’re in a fantasy world. Our guests were amazed with how beautiful it was, and having the canoes to ride was such a fun activity for everyone! The family who run it were a pleasure to work with and are very flexible and accommodating. You can really make it your own and be creative, we’re so happy with how it all turned out. Cannot recommend it enough!
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Alex Sent on 09/24/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Gorge Venue

We absolutely loved getting married at BVL! It’s impossible to describe how beautiful this venue is, you just have to see it in person. We loved working with Judy who was enthusiastic and helpful during our tours of the property, and Jennifer in the office is very responsive and kind with questions. I would highly recommend a coordinator as the venue itself is huge, but being able to get into a canoe after your ceremony and have time alone on the lake before joining your cocktail hour? You can’t beat that. If you’re looking for a gorge venue that’s close to Portland, this is it. :)
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Alexandra Sent on 09/07/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Absolute magic

Capturing the magic of Bridal Veil Lakes as a wedding venue is an impossible task online. I cannot speak highly enough of this place and the people who run it. My wedding this past weekend was literally perfect, made so by the incredible surroundings, the beautiful flowers, and the lush scenery. Jennifer and the entire BVL team were communicative, friendly, and amazing to work with for our entire planning process. The venue itself is a steal in terms of price, and I wish I could relive my experiences here all over again. My guests were entranced, and so many people commented on how perfect and fun the venue was. 20/10 recommend!
Kristi
Kristi Sent on 07/17/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Breathtaking!

This venue is simply stunning! Our guests just loved wandering the grounds and had too much fun in the canoes. To top it off, we even had birds flying around during our ceremony, which only enhanced the beauty of this place. Judy, the owner, is incredibly kind and attentive to all her clients. We highly recommend Bridal Veil Lakes!
Kristina
Kristina Sent on 10/12/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Best Outdoor Wedding Venue in Oregon

I knew I wanted to get married at Bridal Veil for years, and was so happy we got a date that worked and in the midst of COVID, could still have our special day. The venue is everything and so much more. It feels like a secluded garden and little slice of Heaven. Everything about it feels romantic and natural- which was the vibe we wanted. The staff/owners are easy to work with. This venue is huge, and does offer a lot of flexibility to make it what you want. The only downside I see, are limited transportation options (Uber) given the remote destination and a lack of a getting ready space
Jeremy
Jeremy Sent on 07/17/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Gorgeous Venue

After my wife and I toured Bridal Veil Lakes, we were hooked. No other venue we saw was able to match Bridal Veil’s gorgeous locale. The venue’s secluded beauty will leave couples, guests, and vendors in awe.

And once you sign up, you get an amazing team that is responsive and dedicated to making sure you have the wedding of your dreams.

The level of customization at Bridal Veil Lakes sets it apart from other venues: a food truck, lawn games, canoes, even a swing set are all possible.

There are plenty of tables and chairs onsite, making set up and takedown easy.

Also, as Pacific Northwest summers heat up, it is worthy to note that the entire location is well shaded and the reception area is complete with a large patio and canopy.

Finally, the staff exemplifies clear communication and flexibility. Due to covid, my wife and I had to postpone our wedding by one year, alter our guest count, and take other precautions. Despite these changes and the fluid safety guidelines for Multnomah County, the staff was able to accommodate and keep us and our coordinator up to date with what we needed to know in order to have a safe and memorable day. And we did.

If you want a unique, stunning, and fun outdoor wedding - go with Bridal Veil Lakes.

Thank you Bridal Veil Lakes for hosting our wedding!
Lindsey
Lindsey Sent on 10/10/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Everything we dreamed of for our wedding

Bridal Veil Lakes was a dream come true. We had toured several venues and as soon as we stepped foot here, we knew this was the place. We booked this venue almost 2 years before our wedding date. They were great with communication and let us come and walk around several times through the course of those two years to plan our wedding. Their responsive times were usually same day or next day and always helped work around our schedule since we lived out of state and could only visit on certain days. Once covid hit, we had to reschedule and replan our WHOLE wedding the we had been envisioning. They were SO each to work with. They emailed us and gave us 3 different options about refunding and rescheduling our wedding. We were able to to reschedule on another date and receive a partial refund from this venue as we were going from our assumed guest count of 250 to 50 so we could still get married. The venue seriously made this whole process of rescheduling and planning stress free. Rehearsal was smooth and the day of the venue was amazing. The owners and Jennifer were both super sweet and I couldn't imagine working with anyone else. This was our dream venue from the beginning and it stayed our dream even through covid. Our pictures also came out amazing as this venue is just drop dead beautiful. I would recommend this wedding to anyone looking for a beautiful outdoor Oregon wedding!
Tylor
Tylor Sent on 12/27/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Nice people amazing venue

Beautiful venue can’t wait for the big day
Gloria
Gloria Sent on 10/29/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely stunning!! Our guests were amazed at how gorgeous the foliage was.

We absolutely recommend this venue 100%. The owners were very responsive and allowed us to visit the venue several times a year to plan. We cannot wait to receive our wedding photos back to be able to look back on our beautiful Green Day!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner

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Bridal Veil Lakes frequently asked questions

Bridal Veil Lakes includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • Parking
  • Tables
The space offered by Bridal Veil Lakes for wedding events is known for:
  • Garden
  • Park
  • Waterfront
Bridal Veil Lakes offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Bridal Veil Lakes offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
Bridal Veil Lakes offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Outside Vendors
Bridal Veil Lakes offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Chairs
  • Lighting
  • Tables
  • Tents
Bridal Veil Lakes is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in quality of service, 5 in professionalism, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility and 4.8 in value.

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