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Convict Lake Resort

Convict Lake Resort

Mammoth Lakes, CA
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    What a great joy to have our wedding at Convict Lake Resort!

    Convict Lake is an absolute dream, especially for couples who love nature like us. The breathtaking scenery creates a naturally romantic and intimate atmosphere that doesn’t need much added decor. It’s truly one of the most beautiful places to get married.

    What made our experience exceptional was Meghan, our wedding planner. From the very beginning, Meghan demonstrated true professionalism and expertise. She is incredibly knowledgeable, detail-oriented, and clearly an expert at what she does. Throughout the planning process, she made everything feel stress-free and seamless and even helped us find our wedding officiant. The staff at Convict Lake Resort were equally wonderful. They were friendly, accommodating, and incredibly professional. Everything ran smoothly on our wedding day, allowing us to enjoy every moment.

    Having on-site cabins to rent for wedding preparations was a big bonus too! The team even drove us from our cabin to the wedding tent and vice versa even though it’s just within the area.

    Thank you so much Meghan and Convict Lake Resort for helping us have our dream wedding!
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    Amazing venue with attention to detail staff

    Meghan was very professional and extremely attention to detail to ensure the special day was flawless!! She was greatly prepared with the right questions and timelines to help ease into the big day. We appreciated her and Mike answering a million questions for us and quite a few in person visits to really feel ready. She was amazing day of coordinating. Highly recommend this gorgeous venue!!
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    Megan Sent on 12/12/2025
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    Simply the Best

    Where to start? The venue, food, and Meghan were all amazing! I have grown up staying at Convict Lake and having our wedding there was a dream come true! We chose the taco bar and it was a hit! I am still hearing from our guests about how great the food was. In top of the beautiful location and amazing food, Meghan was so great to work with! She was responsive and eased my anxiety over planning every step of the way! She was organized, well planned, and easy to work with! I cannot say enough great things about her! Overall, 11/10 experience, they helped us make our day one to always remember!
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    Erica Sent on 12/09/2025
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    Incredible venue and team for a wedding!

    Meghan and her team, and the convict lake resort team, are absolutely amazing to work with. I had my wedding with them this September and it went off without a hitch. Meghan is extremely detail oriented and she was instrumental in bringing my vision to life. Her connections and recommendations for vendors in the area were so helpful. There were instances where so much could have gone wrong, and Meghan was quick to find a solution. Even with last minute adjustments due to weather and other factors, everything was smooth sailing. I highly recommend this venue if Mammoth and/or Convict Lake is of importance to you and your marriage!
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    Pure magic!!

    My husband and I got married at Convict Lake Resort this past October and everything (literally everything) was absolutely perfect. The weather, the scenery, the fall colors, the people! We have been frequent flyers of Convict Lake for a couple of years and one of our favorite things about it, is it grants one the feel of being in the High Sierra without having to hike a long way. We toyed with the idea of eloping at an alpine lake in the High Sierra that you have to walk really far, but after chatting with Meghan we knew that we could get the people we love most to experience our favorite environment with us. And while the venue speaks for itself, Meghan is phenomenal. Right from the start she is professional and genuinely excited to make your dream day a reality. She takes over a lot of the coordination and logistics so you can just bring your vision. Make sure to ask her lots of questions, she has the answers but doesn't want to impose upon your ideas and wishes. She really made the planning stress free. And just when I thought she couldn't do anymore to make everything seamless, on our big day she took care of everything. She made sure the other vendors got there and got set up, she delivered my bouquet to me, she drove the shuttle, she ensured we had snacks, water, and dinner. Meghan is who you want on your wedding team. We already knew we loved the venue, but getting the opportunity to work with Meghan was extra special. THANK YOU MEGHAN AND THE CONVICT LAKE TEAM!!

    Convict Lake Resort's reply:

    Hailey and Byron. Thank you for choosing to celebrate your wedding with us. Your day was so beautiful, those fall colors showed all of their glory. Wishing you both a journey filled with ove health and happiness.
    Much love the Convict Lake Team
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    Allison Sent on 11/01/2025
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    Best Day of Our Lives

    Our wedding at Convict Lake Resort was absolutely perfect from start to finish. We had an ~ 80 person wedding at CLR, which was a great size for this venue, although smaller and larger could easily be accommodated. It was so fun for our guests to stay in this incredible location that is dear to our hearts. Meghan (the Wedding Coordinator) and her team are all-stars, connecting us with the best vendors in the area and providing us with all the information we needed for our day to run smoothly. We did not hire an external planner, but Meghan guided us through the process with her limited planning services and was very responsive and organized. She was very clear about her duties and helped us identify what we needed to do ourselves to be successful on the wedding day. On the day of, she absolutely crushed it as our Day of Coordinator. Everything was exactly as it needed to be, and she graciously accommodated all of our special decor and drink requests. The services are premium, offering excellent food and liquor, but they were worth every penny. We are so thrilled that we chose to host our wedding here, and we will continue to visit the resort for years to come.

    Convict Lake Resort's reply:

    Thank you for choosing us to host your beautiful day.
    The summer solstice golden light was breathtaking for photos.
    We were so impressed by how organzied and thoughtful you both were throughout the entire planning process. Your attention to detail shined in every part of the day, especially the handmade guest gifts.
    Cheers to your journey
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    Madison Sent on 10/31/2025
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    Best Wedding Ever

    I still think about how amazing the our day was even 4 months later. Meghan is EXCEPTIONAL. She is personable, helpful, funny, and helps so much to reduce stress on me (the bride). She gave me ideas when I asked and made all my hopes a wishes come true. She went so above and beyond to make sure me and my husband were taken care of in the wedding planning process, the day of, and even after the wedding day. I could not recommend this venue enough because everything was so perfect. Thank you so much Meghan!

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    Thank you so much for choosing our venue to celebrate your wedidng day. Your wedding was an absolute dream- the colorful, beautfiul florals transfromed the space. Your vision was creative and full of heart.
    Much love the Convict Lake Team
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    Best day ever 10/19

    My husband and I are so happy we chose Convict Lake as our wedding venue. We truly had the best experience anyone could hope for. From the start Meghan was very responsive and knowledgable. While familiar with the area I was planning a wedding from out state with about half of our guests flying in from Michigan and Meghan made it such an easy process. From lists of vendors to coordinating with all of our vendors prior to and day of there was very little I had to worry about. Meghan was very accommodating with special requests, and throughout the entire planning process responded promptly to my emails and requests for phone calls. On wedding day she was highly organized and very attentive. Everyone was blown away with the beauty of the venue, the ambiance, how friendly everyone was, and the food. I highly recommend convict lake as your wedding venue.
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    Lexi Sent on 12/19/2023
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    Best decision ever!

    We got married at Convict Lake in August and it was honestly the best experience we could've ever hoped for! Everyone tells you how stressful wedding planning is, but Meghan made the process fun and stress-free. She is so organized and on top of everything and every meeting she brought a sense of calmness which was much needed at times. Our wedding day went off without a hitch even with the biggest storm of the year right around the corner! Meghan and her staff were wonderful. She seriously thought of everything and made us the happiest bride and groom. We would 100% recommend getting married at Convict Lake. We rented the 2 big cabins and had our bridal parties stay there which was a blast, while lots of other family and friends rented cabins at the resort. It was priceless to have everyone at the resort for the weekend. We also rented a few pontoon boats for a day time party which was so so fun to be on the lake the day before the wedding. We wish we could relive that weekend again!
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    Ryan Sent on 10/27/2023
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    Meghan and Convict Lake Resort were 10/10

    Let me start first by saying we felt our wedding day was perfect. It was everything we hoped for and we're grateful to Meghan, Convict Lake Resort and all of their staff for making it so. We were and are still so impressed at how well the day was managed from start-to-finish. Our timeline was executed on without any delays. Our guests were very well taken care of and the staff+service was all around exemplary. Food and drinks exceeded expectations as well. What impressed us most however was our experience working with Meghan. She is a total professional. We were put at ease by her ability to speak to every last detail no matter the question and she was always honest and transparent. Meghan earned our trust. Working with her you pick up rather quickly that she loves her job and that wasn't more apparent than on our wedding day. Our wedding would not have been the same without her and we thank her for all of her hard work.
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    Elise Sent on 10/11/2023
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    Absolutely Perfect

    Convict Lake was the perfect venue for our wedding. We could not have been more thrilled with the venue itself and the endless support from the amazing staff throughout the entire wedding planning process. We would recommend Convict Lake to anyone looking for a special place in the Eastern Sierra to tie the knot.

    Convict Lake Resort's reply:

    Thank you for the kind review. It was a pleasure working with you and Forrest. You truly offered your guests the Convict Lake experience with your 3-day event. Best wishes!
    The Convict Lake Team
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    Lily Sent on 11/07/2022
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    Seamless and Lovely Experience

    Our wedding at Convict Lake was absolutely perfect and that was made possible by Meghan (wedding coordinator at the resort) and her incredible team. The experience from start to finish was so seamless. They are true professionals at what they do and will make sure all the details are in place every step of the way. You will first speak with Meghan and she'll ask you some questions to provide you with a quote. Once you're booked, you'll have a few meetings with Meghan as the wedding gets closer. She makes sure everything is taken care of and sets you up with a little wedding planner booklet with all the details of your day. She's practically a wedding planner except she doesn't communicate with your vendors. On the day of, her and her team set up all your décor and all you have to do is show up to walk down the aisle and the party begins. Also, the venue -- obviously -- is incredibly stunning. Your guests will be in awe of the natural beauty -- it's magical in there. Seriously can't recommend them highly enough!
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    Cheyenne Sent on 11/07/2022
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    The absolute best experience!

    The team and Convict Lake was truly amazing from the beginning to the very end. Mike and Meghan are a dream to work with and I would choose them time and time again!
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    Wonderful!

    Convict Lake was such an amazing wedding venue. Meghan, our wedding day of coordinator was very knowledgeable and was an amazing planner. Just the right balance of reccomendations and free creative thought!

    The venue was amazing also. Our wedding was beautiful
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    Virginia Sent on 09/15/2022
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    Amazing wedding!

    We couldn’t asked for a better wedding weekend! I highly suggest doing all the events at convict lake, we made a weekend of the wedding with all our guests and it was over the top memorable.
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    Sarah Sent on 09/14/2022
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    Our Perfect Day

    I highly recommend Convict Lake Resort and working with Meghan and her team. They were incredibly helpful during the planning process and the wedding day. I felt so supported in finding vendors, in planning the details , and in the execution of our rehearsal dinner and our wedding. Planning weddings can be stressful, but the Convict Lake Team eased my anxiety and helped to create the most special day of my life.
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    Sarah Sent on 09/30/2021
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    Perfect place for a wedding

    Getting married at Convict Lake Resort was a total dream come true. We held our ceremony in the Aspen Grove, the cocktail hour and reception in their beautiful tent and then headed over to the Convict Lake Restaurant after the reception for s'mores and mini grilled cheese with tomato soup (so tasty!). The Aspen Grove felt intimate and whimsical with its market lights strung amongst the branches, perfect for our 85 person wedding. The Aspen Grove is somewhat protected as well with a new fence - which is definitely a good thing when gets windy, which is not infrequent in this area. The semi-permanent tent is lovely - open and airy but really benefiting from a sturdy floor, which makes having a big, raucous dance party very possible (and much easier than many of the less permanent tented mountain/rustic weddings I have attended in the past). Being a part of Convict Resort (which has one of the better restaurants in town!) also means that the food is amazing, and our guests had nothing but good things to say about the food at dinner and brunch the following morning. Being able to easily walk over to the restaurant/bar for an after party was great. The location is perfect - Convict Lake and its surrounding mountains provide such a stunning setting for a wedding and really allow for the most beautiful photos. We had our first look as well as all of our family photos by the lake and could not be happier with them.

    My husband and I live locally but none of our family does, and so being able to have family and friends stay at Convict Resort in their lovely, comfortable cabins and be within walking distance not only of our wedding but also of all of the amazing nearby activities (boating, hiking, fishing) was such a great way for them to experience the Eastern Sierra for the first time. We had our rehearsal dinner in Mammoth and our ceremony/reception and Sunday morning brunch at Convict, and we had guests stay both at Convict Resort and in town. It is an easy 15 minute drive from town (we had shuttles the night of the reception so that nobody felt the need to drive after drinking) and being able to showcase multiple beautiful parts of this area was really fun.

    Aside from the beauty and ease of Convict Resort - I also cannot recommend Meghan and her team highly enough. Meghan was wonderful to work with - quick to respond, flexible, professional and just so kind. She works incredibly hard to help hone in a wedding vision and then literally sets all of it up flawlessly. Planning a wedding in the age of Covid is fun for no one, but Meghan made it so easy and essentially stress-free. She was completely on top of day of timing and schedule as well so we didn't have to think about anything other than enjoying the day. So many family members went out of their way to talk about how gracious, kind and friendly everyone working at Convict was during both our wedding and our brunch - we felt so taken care of by everyone and our guests really appreciated the incredible service.

    All in all - Convict Lake Resort is a perfect place to get married. Beautiful, convenient and with an incredible team that makes planning a wedding a total dream. I can't recommend it highly enough.
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    Halina Sent on 09/23/2021
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    Best Day of Our Lives 7-9-21

    Having our wedding at Convict Lake Resort and working with Meghan was the best decision we could have ever made! Our wedding at Convict Lake Resort was an actual dream, everything was was perfect. First Convict Lake Resort is a dream venue. The venue was absolutely stunning. The whole staff was extremely helpful and we had so many compliments from guests telling us how attentive and wonderful the staff were at our reception. Second Meghan is hands down the best wedding coordinator around. Meghan made all of our wedding dreams come true. She is truly the best at what she does and we are so lucky to have had her help. I cannot express how thankful we were to have her be apart of our wedding. She is the best. We had a vision in mind in how we wanted the tent to look and be decorated and she went above and beyond to make that vision happen. Plus she exceeded our expectations in all of her help, so so helpful! The food at Convict Lake Resort was amazing. We still have guests tell us it was the best food they have ever had at a wedding. We cannot emphasize enough how smooth it was to plan our wedding at Convict Lake Resort. The provided our linens , tables, chairs, and a lounge area. Everything was beautiful and exactly what we were looking for. We would definitely recommend Convict Lake Resort and cannot wait to come back to make more memories! Thank you Convict Lake Resort for making our wedding perfect, it was the best day of our lives!
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    Carley Sent on 09/15/2021
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    Amazing Wedding Weekend at Convict Lake

    My husband and I were married at Convict Lake 08/21/2021. This was hands down the best weekend of our lives. The rehearsal dinner, ceremony, venue and after party were all at the venue so everything was easy for our guests to get to. Since weddings usually consist of an open bar to some extent, the cabins made it nice for everyone to walk. Sometimes stumble back to safely so there is no drinking and driving. The venue had lots of cabins for our wedding to get ready in and guests to stay in (Not to mention it is dog friendly so our chocolate lab puppy could be a part of it al! ) We had 125 guests and the cabins fit from 2 up to 34 guests so they are perfect for every budget and our family and friends took over for the weekend. The staff that works at Convict is just as amazing as our wedding vendors! Lisa and Pete and their crew made sure everyone was taken care of, From checking in, to renting boats, horseback riding and so much more! The cabins were clean and comfortable for all guests. Since there are not many taxis and there isnt uber that runs all night long it made it very convenient. Not to mention there are deer running around the venue all day long which we do not get a chance to see everyday! The venue is located only 10 - 15 minutes from Mammoth so everything is fairly close for guests to stay in hotels if they don't stay in the cabins.

    From the moment we met with Meghan, our wedding coordinator, she was amazing. She had listened to every crazy idea and detail I had. She was literally amazing from the start of planning and even cleaning up after the wedding. She never missed a beat and was 100% focused on everything we asked for. Not only did my husband and I love her but so did our guests! She kept myself and my fun crazy family in line on timelines and to make sure everything was perfect. She was in contact with all of my vendors. (They have a preferred vendors list which I used their photographer, Steve Dutcher for video and photos that I highly recommend as well!)
    Meghan made my wedding day so smooth and easy that if anything went wrong I still have no idea and she had it handled. She was so respectful and professional the entire process. Not only will you love the wedding tent and the venue itself, but on the biggest day of my life, I couldn't imagine a better wedding coordinator than Meghan :)

    Last but not least, the food. We did our wedding tasting at this restaurant that is located on the property. It is called Convict Lake Restaurant. They take reservations and the beef wellington is the best! I had no idea how amazing their food was when we came to look at the venue! They catered our wedding and the food was so amazing, we went back everyday after the wedding! (We literally ate there 7 days straight).

    We did our food tasting for the wedding with a group of brides and grooms and it was such a fun day! They had so many selections to choose from for the wedding packages you wont be disappointed. We also did a casual rehearsal dinner and their pizza is still getting 5 star reviews from my family! I promise you will not be disappointed with the food at all!

    Finally, the wedding tent and ceremony site. The wedding tent itself is so beautiful. The ceremony took place in the aspen grove under the trees. It is close to some cabins so if you have some family or friends that have a hard time walking long distances, this is perfect for them. We live down in OC so hauling up stuff was easy for us but they also have another vendor that can do rentals and she is wonderful too. (Rummage Girl Weddings)

    I promise to any future bride with a future husband that loves fishing or even outdoors as much as I do will love getting married at Convict Lake. It works for all budgets and they are so accommodating you will not be disappointed!
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    Convict Lake Wedding

    I have nothing but great things to say about Convict Lake Resort Weddings! Everyone we interacted with was so friendly and professional. From the very start of our planning all the way through, we got quick responses, plenty of info, lots of help and tons of support. Meghan made every step of the process super simple, and I would definitely come back just for all the help she gave us! Not only is the location beautiful, but all of the extra things like linens, tables, lights, etc., that Convict provided made everything that much better. The food was amazing, and everyone still tells us that it was the best food they've had at a wedding! (I definitely recommend the mini grilled cheeses as an appetizer) We did not have our ceremony at Convict, but we got some amazing pictures around the resort. Everyone on their staff was so friendly as well! We had the best time working with Convict Lake Weddings and highly recommend them to anyone looking for an amazing venue!
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    Amanda Sent on 06/28/2021
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    A dream wedding come true!!

    I cannot express enough how great Meghan and the rest of the Convict Lake wedding team were! They constantly exceeded our expectations by going above and beyond for us and our guests. Even during COVID, Meghan was so flexible and helpful. I could tell she was willing to do whatever it took to make sure our wedding happened and have it be everything we wanted, and when we were finally able to have our wedding, it was absolutely perfect. We received endless compliments about how great the venue and staff were at our wedding. My family and I look forward to coming back to this location and making more wonderful memories for many years to come!
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    Hayley Sent on 01/01/2020
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    Phenomenal wedding at Convict Lake

    We absolutely loved Convict Lake Resort! Our ceremony was held at Shale Beach and our reception at the tent. After the reception, we headed into the bar at Convict Lake Resort for late night pizza and drinks. Meghan, Mike and their staff ensured that we had a flawless day. Meghan and her team were amazing to work with and set up the tent beautifully. They completely understood our vision and handled all the last-minute items dropped off during the day. We saw the reception tent for the first time after the ceremony; it was all magnificent, her team did not miss a thing. The team was attentive to every guest’s needs and we were well taken care of by Mike and Meghan directly. Our wedding exceeded our expectations.
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    Brittany Sent on 11/15/2019
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    The Best Venue in Mammoth

    My husband and I are so happy we chose Convict Lake as our wedding venue! Our wedding was even better than what we could have imagined! The food was insanely good. The bartender kept our guests happy. And the place was decorated so beautifully. Their coordinator, Meghan, made everything so easy and stress-free. She is so accommodating to everything we wanted. And she made sure that everything seemed flawless. Meghan helped with coordinating our rehearsal, the after party (after the wedding) and a farewell breakfast that we planned for our guests as well. She really goes above and beyond.
    One of the best things about Convict Lake Weddings is the location. It is surrounded by beautiful trees, mountains, and of course the lake. It is the perfect spot for photos.
    Everyone who works at Convict Lake is so nice and accommodating. To say we had a good experience very is an understatement. It was the best wedding we ever went to (haha) and we would do it again in a heartbeat!
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    Amazing to work with

    Meghan and the team at Convict Lake Resort were simply amazing to work with. Everything from lodging, rehearsal, ceremony, reception and brunch surpassed our expectations!
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    Tabora Wedding - October 11th, 2019

    Meghan and her team at Convict Lake Weddings were perfect. They were so accommodating to us and always willing to do whatever it took to make our day special. Not only were they visible at all times, but they were everywhere lending a helping hand from directing guests to serving breakfast the next day. They made everything feel so easy and laid back that it was almost TOO good to be true. We got so many compliments on not only the location, but the staff and amenities as well. We couldn't have done it without them and could not imagine having our wedding at any other place. They even managed to sneak a surprise in featuring the parents of the bride and groom that everyone went crazy for! It was truly perfect.
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    Best day ever

    We had our wedding at Convict Lake last weekend and it was the most perfect couple of days. It was so much better than we could have ever imagined. Not only is it absolutely beautiful, but Mike and Meghan are just incredible. They are the just kindest people and worked so hard to make sure everything leading up to and our actual wedding day was perfect. The entire process was so easy and so fun. The cabins are amazing, the food at the restaurant is delish, the general store has everything you need, and the location is just the happiest place on earth. We can't wait to go back and we are beyond happy we picked Convict Lake as our wedding venue. Thank you, Mike and Meghan!!! We love you!
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    Matthew Sent on 09/14/2019
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    Dream Come True

    I don't know if there is enough room here to let me talk about how great this venue and location is. First off, Meghan is a rock star. She knows what's going on and making sure everything is going as planned. We brought her some bins with things we wanted spread around the tent and she killed it. Not only did she set them up, but she tore them down and set them aside for us to pick up the next day. She treats you as if it was her own wedding going on. You are not just another wedding to her. Her communication is great, her organization and staff is great, and it completely takes the stress away from your wedding day to where you can just enjoy it. Next I want to thank Mike. I don't think he stopped smiling when we were around him. Mike bent over backwards to get the rehearsal dinner and breakfast set up to our liking and provided non stop service all night. every time I saw him he was always asking how everything is going and if there is anything we needed to let him know. The resort is clean and the remodeled cabins are 5 star. Thank you Mike and Meghan for making this day special and memorable. You killed it.
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    Kaylee Sent on 09/04/2019
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    The Most MAJESTIC Wedding Venue a Bride could ask for

    Convict Lake is without a doubt one of the most stunning venues of all time. My entire wedding party and guests that attended were in complete awe! Not only is the venue a work of art but so is the incredible Meghan Gallagher, the wedding coordinator. Meghan was the most crucial person on my wedding day and all the months leading up to it. She is truly one of a kind, she always wrote back to my emails answering all my questions, no matter how small or silly they seemed (first wedding, who knows what to do!). My fiance (now husband ;)) and I are vegans and wanted a vegetarian wedding. Convict lake had never had a vegetarian wedding and Meghan made sure our wishes were met! She took it upon herself to coordinate with the chef what wonderful dishes he could create and serve, and my gosh did people rave about the food!! Not only was she able to secure a vegetarian array of food but secured two separate vegan dishes the chef made just for us. That shows just how much she pays attention to the couple, really wants the best you and your hearts desires. My wedding went off without a hitch, I've heard of brides crying and so overwhelmed on their wedding day, which no one should ever have to go through, and mine was beyond perfect in every way. The only tears I had were of joy and Meghan was instrumental in that. She has the most beautiful, bright energy and light around her and that will translate to your wedding. If you want the apex of your story to be majestic Meghan and Convict lake should be your first choice. Whoever reads this, I hope you have a beautiful, long lasting love and a majestic wedding of your dreams.
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    Teresa Sent on 08/31/2019
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    Exceeded Expectations - Gorgeous Wedding

    Our wedding at Convict Lake was absolutely gorgeous. Meghan, the wedding planner was amazing and ensured all went smoothly. The food was incredible and all our guests commented on both the food and the beautiful venue. The staff was friendly and accommodated all our requests with a smile. We made the right choice in having our wedding at Convict Lake. They took care of everything and we had a wonderful time with our family and friends.
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    Chloe Sent on 07/22/2019
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    Nailed it...everything I wanted and more!

    From the moment we booked this venue, we were given nothing less than 5 star service. Working directly with Meghan was a breeze. When I didn't know what to do, she offered ample suggestions to help guide me in the right direction. It was so awesome that they hosted a tasting with all the other couples that had booked the venue for the upcoming year, it was a super fun event. The day of our wedding, Meghan didn't miss a single detail and I didn't feel like I was on a structured schedule at all...it flowed so nicely. The food was amazing (guests still continue to rave about it), obviously the venue is just gorgeous, and I couldn't have asked for a better day. If you're an outdoor enthusiast or simply just appreciate the Eastern Sierras, Convict Lake Resort is quite the place to enjoy your special day!
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    Amazing wedding weekend!

    I can't say enough about Meghan and her team at Convict Lake! They really know how to pull off a flawless and beautiful mountain wedding. Before the wedding, Meghan was so organized and really helped us pick amazing vendors. All of our guests were raving about the wedding tent, dinner (esp. the macadamia-crusted mahi mahi), and the cocktail hour. We had the best wedding weekend--can't recommend Convict Lake enough!
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    Katherine Sent on 10/08/2018
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    Meghan and her crew were so incredible!! The whole planning process she was responsive, accommodating, and professional! Windy weather changed our day of timeline and she and everyone were go with the flow and flexible! They totally accommodated everything and everyone! Couldn’t have imagined a better place for a great day!!
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    Anthony Sent on 09/05/2018
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    We chose Convict Lake compared to the other venues in Mammoth Lakes due to the convenience and the shear beauty of the lake and backdrop. Having the Ceremony and Reception in one location with amazing Cabins and top notch service it was far better than the other Mammoth Lakes venues. Once we met Meghan we knew this was where we were getting married. Leading up to the wedding Meghan made the planning and process so simple and was on top of everything. Come the day of the wedding Meghan once again was there on top of everything, we could not of asked for a better person to be in charge of the venue and planning.
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    User2222037 Sent on 08/26/2018
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    We were so happy with the Convict Lake venue, from start to finish. They made planning so easy in terms of lodging, catering, ceremony and reception. They are friendly and helpful, and the venue is spectacular! The wedding tent gives you the beauty of being outside (glass walls), but the protection and comfort of being inside. I would highly recommend this venue!
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    Meghan and the entire staff at Convict Lake were absolutely amazing!!!
    Everything was perfect and they made sure of it!
    Meghan was nothing short of incredible. She thinks of everything you don’t and handles everything so all you need to worry about is enjoying your special day!
    She was so responsive to all of my questions and always answered everything so quickly which helped reduce my stress level immensely.
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    She was seriously the most amazing and did everything she could to make sure our night was perfect!!
    If you’re thinking about having your wedding here do it! The view, the staff, the food, everything perfect!
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    Amanda Sent on 08/12/2018
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    We were going to have a backyard wedding at my Aunt's home, but before we made a final decision we wanted to look at the venues around the area. Mammoth Mountain venues, while beautiful, were over our budget and not the complete "feel/vibe" we wanted. We were looking for a more natural/rustic venue with space for our large number of guests that would not break the bank (at least as best as we could get in "wedding world"). We had never known Convict Lake had a wedding venue/reception area until we stopped by to check it out. We are SO happy we contacted Mike and he referred us to the wedding coordinator Meghan for more information. We were able to schedule a tour with the coordinator, Meghan, of the entire property (cabins, reception area, ceremony sites, etc) no problem. Meghan and the team at Convict Lake were such a help through the entire process (from room blocks, meal/drink menus, seating arrangements, and rental upgrades, to day of coordination, etc). The new rehearsal tent/structure is far from a white circus-y tent that used to be on site. It has beautiful glass paneled windows around the entire structure, beautiful wood floors, and an awesome attached courtyard for cocktail hour. Those are just some of the amazing features (not including the hanging chandeliers and white ceiling drapes inside the tent string lights over the courtyard)! On top of that, the two location options for your wedding ceremony left us speechless! Pictures do not do the lake and trees justice. We went with the Shale Beach location and it alone (without decor) would still be a perfect sight. Meghan was there to answer all of our questions (there were very many) without hesitation and she was patient with our large amount of guests and wedding party. Thank you Meghan and Convict Lake for ALL of your help and having our special day at your gem, we truly wish we could do it all over again! We cannot wait to come back and visit Convict Lake in the future.
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    We would highly recommend Convict Lake, especially for adventurers looking to showcase the Sierras to their friends and family and encourage connection and conversation throughout the weekend (the benefit of everyone staying in one place). We loved the freedom and peace of mind of having so much taken care of for us (Meghan and her team are truly pros and handled so much that we weren't even stressed ). The venue is stunning, dance floor fun, and food delicious. Mt. Morrison made for the perfect lodging and hang out spot for friends. Oh and if you're getting married, stay in the Minaret Cabin!
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    Where to start!! We absolutely LOVE this venue. The scenery, the ambience, the food, the staff, the list goes on... We couldn’t be happier with the way our wedding turned out. It was the perfect day!! Everything was exactly how I would have imagined. Meghan is the definition of what a wedding planner should be, she’s poised, helpful, understanding, accommodating, and extremely organized. The wedding was flawless thanks to her and Mike. They are both very easy to talk to and full of great ideas and suggestions and a just all around support for what you want for your wedding. I can’t express enough how amazing this place is and how thankful and lucky we are to have been married in such a special location. Thank you again to the whole CLR team, we love you!!
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    Meghan and Mike were so awesome!! They look such great care of us and our guests and made sure our day went off with out a hitch!! Meghan even made our plates of food! Thank you both so much! It was the wedding of our dreams!
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    April Sent on 07/16/2018
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    My Husband and I cannot say enough about Megan and Mike! We first worked with Mike who answered all our initial questions. Then Megan helped us throughout the whole wedding process. They are both amazing - very organized and communicative. Answered emails within a day! The food, the tent, the staff were all five stars. I would most likely re-new my vows at Convict Lake again if I had the choice :) Thank you Meghan and Mike and the staff at Convict Lake Resort!
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    Eugenie Sent on 07/05/2018
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    Meghan was amazing in helping us plan and put together our wedding on 7/1. The venue was beautiful and she answered all of my questions right away. She made it so easy to drop off our decor and enjoy the day rather than running around trying to get things ready. Meghan made every detail perfect and our entire planning process easy!

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    Eugenie,
    What an amazing event. It was truly a pleasure working with you and Chris. Such a fun adventurous group you had.
    Cheers to a bright and beautiful future.
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    Jake Sent on 06/26/2018
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    Unbelievable experience for our wedding! Meghan and her staff were unbelievable the day of the wedding and I could't be any happier with the way things turned out! Food was amazing, drinks were great, and the combination of a wedding on the lake and a beautiful reception in the amazing tent was an experience of a lifetime! Ill never forget my wedding day and would highly recommend Convict Lake Weddings to everyone!
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    Kristi-Lee Sent on 06/11/2018
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    Convict Lake is what wedding venue dreams are made of. Not only are the ceremony site views amazing, but the staff there are great as well. The wedding tent for the reception is breathtaking and our photos inside of it were magical! We had a welcome party the night prior to the wedding and we dealt with some bad weather. Meghan arranged for everything to be changed to inside and totally put me at ease that everything was going to work out great. Meghan is truly amazing at her job and she always made me feel like I was in great hands. The food that was served at our wedding and welcome party was so delicious, I still have family and friends calling me to say how much they loved the food! The team at Convict Lake really know what they're doing!

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    Thank you for the kind words Kristi -Lee. Congratulations to you and Chris!!
    Let the adventure begin.
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    Amy Sent on 05/10/2018
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    I am a photographer who just worked a wedding up at convict lake resort, rarely as a vendor am I so impressed and I walked away from the day being blown away by the planner Megan who was so on top of everything that day. The place for one, brides if you are looking... book AMAZING place, with amazing views, ran so smooth, on time they were positive, professional the food was impressive. I do this for a living and its rare that Im as pleased as I was from this place and you guys !!! the views are insane.

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    Thank you so much for the kind words Amy. It was a pleasure working with you. We are so excited to see more photos from this wonderful event. We look forward to hopefully working with you in the future.
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    Emily Sent on 11/11/2017
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    We worked primarily with Meghan, the onsite event coordinator, but Mike was very friendly and helpful as well. Meghan was such a pleasure to work with. She was always calm and confident in our meetings with her, which made us feel relaxed that everything was going to go smoothly on the big day, and it did!!! I kept waiting for something to go wrong (because I heard too many bride horror stories in general that something always happens...), but everything was perfect! Meghan cares so much she even came to find me the morning of the wedding to ask me about a table decor decision because she wasn't sure if it was what I had envisioned. She knows the Convict Lake Resort inside and out and provided helpful guidance and tips throughout the process. CLR and Meghan were also super accommodating about a few special touches we wanted-- like a coffee cart and a homemade photo booth. Convict Lake is SUCH a gorgeous place to get married, and Meghan is a true professional and a great person. If you want a stunningly beautiful, flexible, and intimate wedding venue (our 90 guest event somehow still felt cozy in the best of ways!), this is your place!
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    Valerie Sent on 10/17/2017
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    I can't say enough good things about Meghan and Mike. They really did put us at ease and made sure our event went off without a hitch! They were so accommodating from day one. Convict Lake Resort is a beautiful place to have a wedding. Our guests along with my husband and myself had an amazing time. The venue itself is gorgeous.
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    Had a wonderful wedding at Convict Lake. So beautiful. It was everything we hoped for. The staff and accommodations were outstanding!
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    Becky Sent on 10/03/2017
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    We could not be happier with the professional care we received from everyone at Convict Lake, especially Meghan. Our needs were met at every turn, both leading up to the wedding and especially on the day of. We absolutely recommend this venue...especially for weddings! Our day was nothing short of perfect and magical!
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    Taylor Sent on 10/03/2017
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    Meghan was delightful to work with for our wedding at Convict Lake in August 2017, and she helped make a truly special celebration for us. Meghan was very professional, organized, polite, and patient with us in helping to organize the wedding, which was especially appreciated since we were not in California during the year. Meghan was excellent at taking initiative and managing any issues that came up during the weekend. She helped direct our rehearsal and manage the input of many different family members. On the day of the wedding, Meghan took care of everything, and we were delighted to see how well the reception and the ceremony matched exactly what we had asked Meghan for. Would highly recommend working with her for your special day in the future!
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    Holly Sent on 09/27/2017
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    Our wedding at Convict Lake was absolutely amazing. Aside from the killer views, a big part of why we chose Convict Lake was because Meghan was so organized and helpful the first time we met with her at the resort. After looking at many venues in Mammoth- there was no question, we had to choose Convict Lake. Meghan was quick to respond to my emails and the day went off without a hitch. Meghan and Mike made sure everything was what WE wanted-even making sure we had some of our cocktail hour hors d'oeuvres since we missed our cocktail hour. Meghan went above and beyond throughout the day and even squeezed in time for us the day before while running another wedding. She's a true professional and we couldn't imagine having trusted our wedding to anyone else. -Holly and Mike Married 8/26/17
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    Convict Lake was a phenomenal venue. The owner of the resort and our wedding planner were extremely accommodating and pleasent to be around. I will recommend this venue to other future engaged couples!
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    Meghan was amazingly organized and sweet. She went above and beyond for us and our guests. It poured the Day we got married.... Meghan did everything possible to keep us and our guests informed. It truly was a perfect day! THANK YOU
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    Dina Sent on 09/21/2017
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    Excellent service, awesome food, very professional and organized...beautiful venue!
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    Meghan and Mike at Convict lake were exceptional! They were available to help me with all of my wedding planning and helped me create a beautiful wedding. I definitely recommend their services!
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    Great service & great people that work at this venue. They are very professional. Day of services were definitely top notch. Had a wedding off -site of their regular venue & they pulled it off like it was their own venue. Very pleased !!
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    Rachel Sent on 07/24/2017
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    This venue was amazing. It is a little remote, but once guests started to arrive, they were all blown away with the views and setup. Megan and her team were very organized in the planning process and kept us moving forward with all the details it would be easy to miss. The day of service was fantastic as well, the food was delicious and we definitely felt taken care of. Highly recommend!
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    Ruth Sent on 07/18/2017
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    Megan was a pleasure to work with. She was very professional and executed every detail perfectly. She helped wherever she was needed. The food was delicious and the staff was polite and efficient. The new tent is beautiful. It was a little hot in the beginning, but it cooled off. I would say it exceeded all of our expectations!
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    Gina Sent on 07/10/2017
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    Our experience with Convict Lake weddings was excellent
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    Christine Sent on 06/30/2017
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    Convict Lake is a beautiful setting, and the staff is amazing! The facility offers camp sites and cabins, which allowed everyone an option for attending. We'll be back next year for a wedding anniversay reunion!
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    User2848748 Sent on 06/26/2017
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    Meghan was great! She was always there to answer questions throughout the wedding process. She was always organized and prepared. I was not stressed on my wedding day because I fully trusted Meghan and her team! Our wedding was absolutely beautiful and I owe that it to Meghan and the team!
    You get a lot for your money when having your wedding at Convict Lake! It was well worth every penny spent! At the end of the night everyone kept saying how it was the best wedding that they have ever been too!

    Thanks Meghan!
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    I cannot even say enough about this venue!!! Mike is fantastic and was so incredibly helpful when I contacted him about our last minute elopement. He went out of his way to make sure that our day was special and even worked with us when rain storms threatened. He also referred the Cooke's to us and their photography was absolutely amazing as well!! If you are looking for the absolute perfect venue for your special day, this is it!
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    Our wedding at Convict Lake Resort was absolutely stunning, even with the mix of rain/snow that occured throughout the day. The weather cooperated and we were able to have our ceremony lakeside (my biggest worry!), and resort/wedding staff helped move things around to keep our reception moving and guests dry even when the weather turned rainy after the ceremony. Meghan helped make planning our wedding so much easier. She answered all my questions in a timely manner, and helped me make informed decisions when planning all the details from out of town. I'm most thankful for her consistantly positive attitude, and confidence that the wedding would be beautiful, even when weather was a concern. Meghan's support and guidance made all the difference, especially the weekend of our wedding when our stress was higher. Meghan's professionalism and positive attitude, and support during our planning helped make our wedding a happy, beautiful event. Our friends and family still talk about how stunning the ceremony and reception were, and how great the event staff were. I would absolutely recommend this venue, and I am so thankful my husband and I were blessed to get married at Convict Lake.
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    Melissa Sent on 10/30/2016
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    Convict Lake Resort was extremely accommodating to our requests. Every detail was executed to our specifications. Despite our wedding being very small relative to the other weddings going on that weekend, we never felt like we were any less important. Meghan in particular was very responsive and guided us through every step of the process. At first, we were apprehensive about planning a wedding 360 miles away from home. However, we received replies and calls from her faster than vendors in our own city. We can't thank her enough!
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    Kari Sent on 10/23/2016
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    Such a fantastic staff here at Convict Lake! Their wedding coordinators, Mike and Meghan, are truly the best at what they do. They do everything they can to keep the ceremony and reception flowing smoothly. As a bride, I was able to put my full trust in them and know that I had nothing to worry about. The location is beautiful and Convict Lake knows how to take advantage of their stunning views. I would recommend this location not just for a wedding but for a vacation. 80% of our guests stayed right there at the resort, making it a easy walk back to their cabin when the reception was over. I loved having our wedding here and I can't wait to return for a visit.
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    Kris Sent on 10/22/2016
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    Meghan, Mike, Brian and the rest of the Convict Lake Resort crew are the best!!!! They. Went above and beyond in every way possible to make sure our wedding weekend was perfect. I couldn't have imagined a better place to get married or a better team to work with. Thank you!!!!
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    Carly Sent on 10/05/2016
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    Our wedding at Convict Lake Resort was everything we ever wanted and so much more! Meghan and her staff are absolutely amazing! I would recommend this venue to anyone and everyone who wants a beautiful wedding on a budget!!!
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    Tessa Sent on 10/04/2016
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    If you are considering Convict Lake for your wedding venue, stop looking now and book it!!! I cannot say enough great things about the entire team at Convict Lake; they are the definition of hospitality! We were married there in May, had 145 guests, held the ceremony at the Shale Beach location (stunning), reception in the tent and used them for all catering, lighting and some rentals equipment like tables and chairs.

    I wish I could include every single detail about how we were taken care of every step of the way, but know that you are in great hands here! From our initial meeting with Mike, where he welcomed my entire family with open arms to check out the venue through the end of our reception where Meghan was guiding us to cut the cake and ensure every detail was executed perfectly, I simply could not have asked for more. You can tell that this is a team of experienced professionals with how seamlessly the entire process was, from booking to awesome after party in the bar!

    Meghan and Mike were so timely in their responses throughout the entire planning process (answered every single one of my many, many questions!) and executed bringing every detail of my vision to life for the day of. We had our final meeting with Meghan and her team a few days before and we didn't have to worry about a thing on our wedding day! She even coordinated with all vendors and ensured everything was in place for the day of.

    Next amazing factor was the food! I have had so many people tell me that was the best "wedding food" they have ever had. Steak, salmon and chicken all cooked perfectly with amazing flavor and the sides like au gratin potatoes that were perfect. The food was hot for our guests and they had two buffet lines so it was quick! Absolutely nailed it.

    So, book Convict Lake now, you will not regret it! Thank you to Mike, Meghan and the ENTIRE TEAM at Convict Lake for the most incredible day and wedding we could imagine!
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    User2780210 Sent on 09/23/2016
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    Convict Lake has been one of our favorite fishing getaways for years. My husband and I wouldn't pick any other place, but to get married here. Our wedding at Convict Lake Resort was a perfect dream come true. The ceremony was held down by the lake with the gorgeous backdrop of the mountain and the sparkling water behind us. The guest were shuttled to a beautiful rustic area in front of the restaurant where we had cocktails/appetizers and the reception in the elegant white tent. Meghan, the coordinator and her team were amazing. You can tell they have a lot of experience in running any kind of event. Planning the wedding, Meghan gave me a list of vendors around the area since we were from out of town. She was always quick to respond to any questions. She handled any last minute changes with no problem. Natalie and her team did a wonderful job in creating the vision we had for the cocktail hour and reception. All the guest raved how good the food was and they had the best time ever at a wedding. Thank you so much for making our wedding better than what we ever envisioned. I would highly recommend Convict Lake Resort for any event. The perfect venue with excellent people you can trust.
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    Sandra Sent on 09/14/2016
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    Convict was an amazing venue to get married. It was a beautiful back drop with the lake, mountains, and aspen trees surrounding us which in my mind is the best decoration you could get. Another plus having a wedding at a destination mountain town, is that everyone made it into their own trip with their own adventures also and ended the weekend with some great memories/stories!
    Working with Meghan was awesome, she was quick to answer any questions and made sure the evening ran through smoothly. It was nice knowing she was there in case any disasters happened (which it didn't!). I was also able to ask her who preferred vendors were that she trusted which made everything much easier when planning from further away.
    I highly recommend considering Convict Lake as a mountain destination wedding site. It was seriously the best weekend ever...still smiling.
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    Ken Sent on 09/13/2016
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    Meghan and her staff were phenomenal! They paid attention to all the little details and it showed. I'm the father of the bride and throughout the reception Meghan would check with me to make sure all was going well and believe me it was! This is a perfect venue if a couple is looking for the perfect High Sierra wedding. Thanks again Meghan and Staff!!! Ken M.
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    Kelly Sent on 09/05/2016
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    Convict is breathtaking at first look and the staff only made our wedding more stunning. Meghan went above and beyond in communicating with me as a bride, which ask my husband is not the easiest job. She not only accomindated every request I had small or big but also came with great ideas from vendors to use, decor, arrival and exit. The staff set up our wedding exactly how our pictures entailed and were wonderful all day and night. The grounds of convict allow guest to be close to the venue which was one of our biggest concerns with not having drinking and driving. I would recommend this location to any bride and groom that want their wedding to be gorgeous.
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    Patty Sent on 06/23/2016
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    I would absolutely book Convict Lake for your next event!
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    Emerald Sent on 06/23/2016
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    Our wedding was incredible and went off without a hitch. We had guest after guest tell us it was one of, if not the most beautiful venues they had ever seen. There are two locations to choose from on the lake: one is flatter w/concrete and a beautiful view (great for older guests since it's easier to get to) and the other is Shale Beach (the guests will sit in the Aspen trees on the edge of the lake). We went with the latter and also took pontoon boats across the lake to the ceremony site, which was a hit with our guests. Mike and Meghan were incredibly helpful, flexible and accommodating and they really went above and beyond to make sure all of our guests were happy.
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    Anna Sent on 03/10/2016
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    I can't say enough about Mike, Meghan and the rest of the team at Convict Lake, who helped make our wedding day so incredibly special. They went above and beyond everything we asked of them and made the entire process easy and stress-free. This really is a gorgeous location to have a wedding and if you choose to get married here you will be supported by some of the kindest and most organized staff. They're professional and responsive and will work within your budget. All of our guests continue to tell us that it was one of the best (if not the best) wedding they have ever attended and we know we owe so much of that praise to the Convict Lake team. My husband and I would recommend this venue to anyone who is looking to have a naturally stunning and flawlessly executed mountain wedding.
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    Katie Sent on 02/23/2016
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    From planning the wedding, customizing features, creating a unique wedding weekend experience for our guests, and relaxing at the same time...Meghan, Mike and Natalie at Convict Lake Resort did EVERYTHING!! I was shocked to find out that no request was too big. Everything that I wanted was executed perfectly. Meghan was excellent at keeping in contact with me over the 5 months that we planned the wedding. The follow-through and communication could not have been better (even with me me being about 5 hours away from the venue). I used Convict Lake Resort for me rehearsal dinner, wedding ceremony, reception, and farewell breakfast the next morning. They took care of set-up and clean-up for all of my events and provided all of the catering. An extra bonus...my wedding guests got to stay in cabins! Having the majority of my 65 guests residing on-site for the weekend was truly special and made for memories that none of us will ever forget! My friends and family are still talking about my wedding and the outstanding customer service that THEY experienced with the staff at Convict Lake Resort was memorable for them as well.
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    User2312492 Sent on 09/12/2015
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    I havejt had our wedding there yet until this june but from everything so far its been very amazing with the staff that works there as well as the whole set up and location. I love it already.
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    Elizabeth Sent on 09/11/2015
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    Our wedding at Convict Lake was nothing short of a dream come true. Mike and Meghan were wonderful to work with and made the planning process as easy as they possibly could. We met with them numerous times to hash out the details over our seven month planning time-frame and they held our hands through the entire process.
    The location is incredible if you like the mountains, it does not get more picturesque than Convict Lake. But you need to be prepared for the weather. Luckily we had perfect weather, and I mean PERFECT, but rainstorms and strong winds can come at you at any time so you need to be a pretty low-key bride if you want to be able to roll with mother nature's punches here.
    I have to say the absolute best part of our experience at Convict Lake was Meghan's services on the day of the wedding. Meghan blew my mind with how she was able to anticipate our every need, she truly went above and beyond the call of duty on our big day, and it made it that much more special.
    I would highly recommend having your guests stay at the resort as well. We had about 70% of our entire wedding at the resort and that made it all the more special. If we could do it all over again we would have our wedding at Convict 1,000 times over.
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    April Sent on 06/24/2015
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    We had our ceremony at Millpond Park in Bishop and rented our chair and microphone from Convict Lake. They chairs were white and simple and nice, and they worked with us to get a wireless mic we could pass around since the mic they had was on a stand. I really appreciate that they were able to figure that out for us, and the set up and take down all seemed to go smoothly!
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    Let me tell you a story: once upon a time there was a beautiful, smart, incredible woman named Kaitlin (my soon-to-be wife at the time) and her adorable, awesome, fantastic, incredible, intelligent (too much?) soon-to-be-husband. They lived in Los Angeles, but wanted an amazing wedding in Mammoth, CA.

    So after a little digging online, Kaitlin came across a place called Convict Lake which looked beautiful. After some kicking and screaming from Brian, they drove up to Convict Lake for a weekend to check it out. What did they find? Well, let me tell you: the most gorgeous, perfect wedding spot you'll ever come across. Oh, and to make things better? Mike Melin and his staff (special thanks to Meghan Kunkel!!) are absolutely incredible. They serve as planners, coaches, etc., all rolled into one. It's really one-stop shopping.

    The staff is 100% professional. They do tens (hundreds?) of weddings a year, and it shows. They worked with us every step of the way to make sure we had the best day of our lives, and we did. I can't possibly recommend them enough.

    Now let me tell you how the story ends: my wife and I got married without a hitch. It was far and away the best day/night of our lives, and Mike and his team were integral in making it all happen.

    One quick aside: the food is THE BEST. It's one of the things that sold us after our first visit. Every one of our guests told us that they've never been to a wedding with food they've actually liked before.

    Book Convict Lake Resort. Now. Seriously - right now. What are you waiting for? Stop looking on websites and call them.

    Thank you so so so much, Mike & Team!!!!!!!!! 5 stars isn't anywhere near enough, but it's as high as Wedding Wire will let me go. We love you!!!!!
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    User1770078 Sent on 08/18/2014
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    Convict Lake were amazing, the BEST wedding food ever. I have received so many compliments about our food it is unbelievable. It is hard to find good wedding food, but these guys were so good and flexible with the menu. They are so professional, and made everything so easy. It's a stunning venue and backdrop to get married at, and couldn't have asked for a better team - so helpful and on top of it. Thank you to everyone there who made our day so very special and fun!
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    User1189496 Sent on 06/05/2013
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    WOW! Mike and his team at Convict Lake are exceptional! They went above and beyond since day one of my planning. Brian made it really easy for my guest to reserve their cabins, and their rates were very reasonable. My Aussie butler was right at my side for any requests. Mike worked well with my day of coordinator and all other vendors. The food was delicious! I had a buffet which I was able to customize to my liking, and you definitely have to have the potatoes au gratin. Overall, I highly recommend Convict Lake for your ceremony and reception venue! My budget for the ceremony, venue, food and alcohol was within 15k and Mike made it work. Thank you Convict Lake team!
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    Mary Sent on 02/06/2013
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    If you are a fan of the mountains and lakes and nature and are looking for what most be the most beautiful outdoor ceremony site you've ever seen, I HIGHLY recommend Convict Lake Resort. Not only is the wedding site breathtaking, but Mike, who is the catering mngr., is fantastic. We had the most beautiful winter wedding here in Jan, 2013 thanks to help from Mike.
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    Convict Rentals was amazing! Mike helped me figure out my dance floor. Cyle delivered and was the most professional guy to set it up right on time!!!!!
    Great Price!
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    I couldn't believe how amazing Mike and his staff were! The location is beautiful, and then it's paired with top-quality, professional service. My guests were blown away. In addition, dinner was seamless. They coordinated everything as it became apparent we were clueless. And the food, as always, was truly excellent. Again, my guests were amazed. Finally, and most importantly, when things started to fall apart (ie soundsystems going missing and flower vases never showing up) Mike stepped in with his ever-present, calm smile, and got everything taken care of. My guests and I can't say enough good things about how happy we were to have the wedding there.
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    Erin Sent on 12/08/2009
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    Beautiful setting and amazingly helpful and sweet staff. :)
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    Kathryn Sent on 09/17/2018
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    We had an absolutely amazing wedding at Convict Lake. Meghan was very easy to work with and went out of her way to make sure we got the wedding we wanted. Mammoth can be challenging to get to and every time we were there, she was very responsive, made herself available to meet with us and made the planning much easier than it could have been. Once we selected the vendors, she took over and did a great deal of the coordinating. On the day of the wedding, Mike and Sarah took fantastic care of us. They both went out of their way to make sure the wedding went off without a hitch, which it did. Everything was set up exactly the way we wanted with not a single issue arising. The entire afternoon into the night, we never found ourselves wanting a thing. They ushered us around, made sure we were at the right spot at the right time, served us food and kept our glasses full. We seriously could not have asked for a better day and have the team at Convict Lake to thank for that.
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    Sue Sent on 10/25/2017
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    My daughter Meredith's wedding weekend was magical from the moment we arrived until the moment we left. Of course, we have to thank the Gods for giving us incredible weather, but I am sure even in foul weather the place is special. The entire Convict Lake Resort staff was excellent to work with. Meghan is an outstanding wedding planner and was professional in a personal way. She always made us feel comfortable and was willing to go above and beyond in making the event the best it could be.
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    Rachel Sent on 07/18/2017
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    We were attracted to Convict Lake because of the obvious beauty in the location; we committed to having our wedding there because of the quality of the brains behind the operation. Meghan is amazing, well organized, thoughtful, and detail oriented, proving all of these things to us many times over the course of the 11 months we worked with her. She worked with us to totally customize the experience, from creating a new "country BBQ" themed menu to ordering special beers to laying out the reception to accommodate games. During the dress rehearsal and the morning of the wedding, I was having a meltdown about the wind (side note: BRIDES think about wind wherever you go...I thought that rain would be my biggest problem at Convict Lake--nope, it was the wind!!!) and Meghan took the time to calm me down and discuss alternative options incase I felt like it was too windy. Ultimately I stuck with the plan to have the ceremony at the lakeside, and the wind calmed down enough and it was perfect, but it really meant a lot to me that Meghan addressed my concerns and didn't brush them off.

    Other things to note: It's really convenient to have guests stay at the Convict Lake Resort. It was a bit of a hassle to book rooms because they recently switched to a new software, but it all worked out in the end and we loved having the bridesmaids get ready in the big Mt. Morrison Lodge. Also the food is AWESOME, Oscar did a fantastic job and I appreciated how he was willing to try new items for our menu.
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    Laura Sent on 10/17/2013
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    We just had a lovely wedding weekend at Convict Lake Resort. Our guests have declared it one of the best weddings they have ever been too largely due to the crew at Convict Lake. The wedding venue was spectacular and required no decoration at all (we even had a bald eagle circling over the lake just before our ceremony). Our guests stayed on site in the many affordable cabins on site, and there are great options for our rehersal dinner (in front of one of the cabins), rehersal dinner (in the large tent by the restaurant), and the brunch (in the restaurant). The food at the reception was great, and Mike and his crew just took exceptional care of us during the weekend. Honestly, we could not have asked for more (particularly at the price changed!).
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    Emma Sent on 10/06/2017
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    Meghan and Mike at Convict Lake are fantastic to work with for the big day. We wanted a laid back destination wedding in the mountains that allowed us to mountain bike, hang out, and not worry about the details. When you book with Convict Lake you not only get the venue but also coordination. Meghan and Mike were there making sure everything was on time and going smoothly. I would see Meghan peripherally throughout the night orchestrating with my photographer, DJ and family. She even hugged me good night and helped load packages into our vehicle. It was well worth it for me to go with a venue and team that do this all weekend every weekend for months on end.
    One of my friends told me that Convict Lake is the best option when you don't want to break the bank and go full do-it-yourself and coordinate everything, I could kiss her right now! I picked and secured my vendors (a little bit of an experience when you've never planned weddings before) and basically had a "set it and forget it" attitude from there on out. Meghan and team communicated with them all and made sure everything was in place when I arrived.
    We visited Mammoth twice during the planning process. The first time was to see the venue for the first time, during the "atmospheric river" in January, and then for our tasting in March. We planned all of our vendor meetings for the weekend we visited in March, including engagement photos!
    My wedding may have been just another day to them but they made me feel like the only bride that day.
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    Britt Sent on 06/26/2017
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    Convict lake is a gorgeous place to get married. The scenery is more than any decoration can provide. We wanted an outside wedding and a place where we would be comfortable enough to have a same sex wedding, Convict Lake Resort  and their staff provided everything we could have asked for and more. The only bad thing I could stay was that the water to the cabins was shut off for quite a long period of time during the week we were staying there. Still over all a great experience. Compared to other wedding sights and vendors in the mammoth/June area, Convict provides a great price to have a wedding. We rented out and had our rehearsal dinner on the lawn of the Yosemite Cabin. the day of the wedding we rented out the Minerat cabin, which was beautiful and I would defiantly rent it out again. Meghan the wedding coordinator is AMAZING. Super helpful with all our wedding details. She is easy to contact and stay in communication with. She made sure eveything was perfect and even made sure we got all our belongings after the wedding. She is everything you want in a wedding coordinator. The food at the wedding reception is delicious, my only regret of my wedding night was not being able to eat more. Many of our guests raved over the food and how they went back for seconds. I would highly recommend having a wedding here.
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    Erin Sent on 09/30/2016
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    Mike and Megan are incredible. My husband and I had THE BEST experience with the both of them. They were accommodating, available, and super helpful. Megan made the "day of" seamless. I know it's cliche to say but this truly was the wedding of my dreams. My only reason for not giving all 5 stars was the organization of my personal things. I brought a lot of stuff up of my own and came back minus one box. Their shed is a mix of their decorations, and stuff you as the couple bring up, so it feels a little disorganized. And the day after my wedding it was just all piled up, and I ended coming home a box short. Not a huge deal, but when your borrowing things from other people to keep costs down, and you can't give those things back to that person, you feel bad. So I would just say, keep a good inventory of your things I know they have said they were working on this, so maybe a better plan has been put in to place. Other than that minor detail, everything was absolutely perfect. They worked with us to keep things in budget, gave us so much attention and a ton of love. Megan was also great at advising of what works or what didn't when I had questions. These two are real people and you feel like family. And they want to make their family happy :) Mike, Megan and their team do a wonderful job. DO IT!!! Go with them!!! You won't regret it.
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    Convict Lake Resort was the wedding location of my dreams. It was gorgeous beyond belief (pretty much any time of the year) and I loved that we had the beautiful lake and mountains behind us during the ceremony. Meghan, the wedding planner at this venue, was unbelievably helpful, responsive, professional, efficient, highly organized, and overall just a very genuinely nice person and a pleasure to work with. She made the wedding planning process clear and organized, and always made sure to communicate with me regularly during the months leading up to the wedding. Any questions I had were always answered within a couple of days, and our phone calls were always productive. She made me feel like a valued customer and never made me feel guilty for asking so many questions, which says a lot about the amount of patience she has. She made the wedding rehearsal enjoyable for all of us including family and friends and even offered to help transport people to the site in her personal car, which I thought was really sweet! She was always willing to help out in any possible way.

    The day of the wedding she was amazing! She kept checking in with me to make sure I was doing ok (I was very nervous and not feeling great the day of, and she was sensitive to that, which I truly appreciated), and was easy to find in case anyone had any questions or concerns. I really appreciated her continued professionalism and kindness throughout the course of the day.

    Regarding the price of the venue: because we got married on a Saturday, we were required to meet a $12k minimum, however if you get married any other day of the week you only pay for what you need. I'd recommend scheduling a Sunday or weekday wedding if possible to try to save money and avoid extra unnecessary spending. No regrets on our part though, because we were very satisfied with the wedding, just a little pricier than what we were hoping for!
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    User2546917 Sent on 03/03/2016
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    My wife and I couldn't have been happier with Meghan, Mike, and the team at Convict Lake. Our wedding was just as special as we imagined! They did everything possible to make it a memorable and joyous occasion, as well as being a pleasure to work with on the event. Furthermore, I think planning a wedding at Convict Lake provides a good value. The only drawback is associated with the lodging, which is under separate ownership. Typically, the bride & groom receive a substantial discount on their accommodations, as well as discounted rooms for the guests. However, because the event planning and lodging is under different ownership, this was not an option. However, I would do it all over again, and I honestly don't think I'd change a thing! It was a day my wife and I will always cherish. Plus, we received overwhelming positive feedback from almost all of our guests! Great job!!!
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    Amazing Beautiful

    Beautiful venue! Well organized. Would have liked people not having to ask for wine, etc during the reception as that was included in the price and breaking down the table 1/2 hour before our time was up seemed rushed...
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    Ryan Sent on 04/04/2012
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    Don't let the name fool you. Convict Lake Resort (CLR) is positioned on a glacier lake in a gorgeous setting of the Eastern Sierra Mountains. CLR conveniently offers one stop shopping for the ceremony, reception, catering, lodging and recreation for your special event.
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    User2659549 Sent on 06/23/2016
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    If you love the mountains you should get married here. You can't find a more beautiful backdrop. Mike, Meghan, and the staff are fantastic, and you can't beat the value either. Everything was wonderful - Meghan really took care of us on the day of - and the food was delicious. Many of our guests commented that Meghan was so cool and collected and on top of everything. We were really grateful to have her there!

    I would suggest blocking off rooms for your guests and reserving the big lodges ASAP once you've settled on a date. We had some trouble reserving all of the cabins we wanted. We also took advantage of the campground up the road for our guests who were looking for more casual accommodations.
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