Oregon coast wedding venues are fairy tale worthy and a wedding photographer’s dream.

OREGON COAST WEDDING VENUES ARE PRIME REAL ESTATE

With vastly varying terrain along Oregon’s majestic coastlines, the coast of Oregon is a prime location for weddings due to the stunning venues available.  We like to break the coast up into three different sections: northern, central, and southern. Each section of the coast has a different vibe for you to explore for your wedding. Not only are there different coastlines, but there is also a wide range of venues in each section of the coast to choose from.

It’s important to understand each section of the coast and what it has to offer so that you can choose what is best for you and your style for the perfect Oregon coast wedding venues.

THE CENTRAL COAST

You can easily achieve artsy Oregon coast weddings on the central coast. “Central coast” starts from Florence to Lincoln City. The sandstone cliffs found in this area naturally provide an artsy flair that stands out in photos. Yachats is a small artistic town nearby that provides the best of both worlds. Here you can find scenes of waves crashing on sandstone cliffs as well as a pleasant forest.

THE NORTHERN COAST

Where do you find the perfect Oregon coast wedding venues with a classic beach and lovely, small towns nearby? Try the northern coast! Here you can find walkable beaches with easy access to Portland International Airport. Cannon Beach is a timeless destination for those who wish to enjoy coastal city vibes and classic beach Oregon coast weddings.

THE SOUTHERN COAST

For a dramatic scene to say your vows, the southern coast is your best bet. From Reedsport to the border of California, you can experience the wild side of Oregon’s terrain. Here you will have a mountainous backdrop with an additional forest to enjoy. If you and your partner love hiking and enjoy the wild side of outdoor living, the southern coast is a great place to display your personality during your wedding. This part of the coast also provides you with weekend adventures to enjoy before or after the wedding.

Northern Oregon Beach Wedding Venues

It’s easy to create the perfect Oregon beach wedding on the northern coast. Here is where you will have the easiest access to the Portland International Airport, many large venues to choose from, and a walkable beach to enjoy. The northern coast offers venues that will help you create a classic beach wedding.

Cannon Beach attracts a lot of attention for weddings. That’s because it is easy to create a barefoot wedding with a magnificent backdrop. For clean, crisp beach wedding photography, we recommend visiting Surfsand Resort. This resort in Cannon Beach offers an experienced team and catering service to make your beach dreams come true with minimal effort on your part. The Surfsand Resort also boasts of a panoramic ballroom with an ocean view that will impress you and your guests. Your wedding photographer will also have an easy time capturing remarkable photos at this venue.

Small and Elegant Oregon Coast Wedding Venues

The Arch Cape Inn & Retreat is a perfect Oregon coast wedding venue. If you need a small, elegant space for an intimate wedding, this is a great choice. The building itself is beautiful and appears as though it came out of a fairytale. The wedding venue can host up to 35 guests. However, if you would like more people than that at your wedding, you can rent the entire facility. We love the Arch Cape Inn for elopements and small weddings on the northern coast of Oregon. You cannot find a better venue for an elegant, intimate Oregon beach wedding. You can expect your wedding photography to reflect just that as well.

Close to Portland, Oregon

If you are a fan of sharing award-winning craft beer on a beautiful yet sparsely populated beach, the Inn at Cape Kiwanda is a good choice for you. This inn is only an hour and a half from Portland making it an easy venue for traveling guests. The coastline is rugged while the inn itself is full of elegance and sophistication. Here your guests can enjoy the beverages provided by Pelican Pub & Brewery in Pacific City. The Inn at Cape Kiwanda is an easy place to have a truly unique and enjoyable wedding.

Central Coast Wedding Venues

As an Oregon Coast wedding photographer, we can attest that the Oregon beach wedding hype is real. The central coast of Oregon offers many artistic scenes to have as a part of your wedding. From shots of waves crashing on sandstone to lighthouses standing tall on the coast, the central coastline makes for great wedding photography. 

Salishan Resort rests in Gleneden Beach. At this resort, you can enjoy the old forest and towering mountains that surround the beach. What better way to experience one of the biggest days of your life? This mesmerizing location also has 16,000 square feet of indoor space for you and your guests to enjoy. This makes it easy to have a lovely outdoor ceremony and spacious indoor reception. The Salishan Resort offers both outdoor and indoor options for ceremonies and receptions, so you won’t have to fret much about weather issues and your personal preferences. This resort is great at working with clients to get the desired result.

For the Lighthouse Lover

For an unforgettable, intimate wedding on the central coast, you should try a lighthouse venue. Your wedding photographer will be able to provide you with timeless photos and you and your loved ones are sure to have a magnificent time. Heceta Head Lighthouse can seat up to 45 guests. A canopy tent can be rented to increase that number to 150 for a sit-down dinner. The ocean breeze within sight of a lighthouse is a truly romantic scenario that will not disappoint.

Stone Crest Cellars B&B was voted best wedding reception venue for six years by Martha Stewart Weddings and Wedding Wire. With an experienced wedding consultant team, this Oregon coast wedding venue takes the pressure off of you to create the wedding you want. Stone Crest Cellars B&B has all-inclusive packages for elopements, intimate weddings, and receptions.

Overleaf Lodge & Spa is a great beach wedding venue located in the artsy city of Yachats. The coast is characterized by waves crashing on rocks. Here you can achieve dramatic and romantic wedding photos without much work on your part. Overleaf Lodge & Spa is a wonderful place to host your guests and have your wedding ceremony and reception.

Southern Beach Oregon Coast Wedding Venues

Southern Oregon beach wedding venues can be harder to find but are worth the search. The southern coast of Oregon offers hiking opportunities with views of the rocky coastline. This area can be quite impressive and different for a beach wedding venue.

Large Wedding Party? No Problem

Crook Point Vacations and Weddings is a beautiful estate on the beach. Here you can enjoy the outdoor activities the southern coast has to offer along with a beach to host your ceremony. If you have a larger wedding party, this venue may just be the right fit for you. Here you can fit 200+ guests comfortably.

Local and Affordable Oregon Coast Wedding Venues

For other wedding venues along the southern coast, you can look into local community centers, such as Chetco Grange Community Center. You can rent these spaces to host a wedding venue and add your own decorative touches to make it unique to you. The wildlife and beach nearby will help you realize your dream wedding while making it potentially more affordable.

As wedding photographers, we have specifically worked in Cannon beach, Surfsand Resort, and Arch Cape Inn. The venues available in that area are stunning and will certainly not disappoint. Whichever of the Oregon coast weddings you choose, you are bound to have beautiful surroundings. The key is to find what best suits you and your partner and how easily your guests can travel to the venue.