6 Dreamy Outdoor Wedding Venues [Top 6]

Ready to start planning your big day? Well, if you’re a nature-lover, not just any wedding venue will do. Imagine a ceremony among meadows of wildflowers in Texas Hill Country, saying your vows under a canopy of trees, with the mountains of North Carolina or Wyoming as your backdrop. However you imagine your special day, these dreamy outdoor wedding venues are sure to leave you with memories that will last a lifetime (as well as truly spectacular wedding photos!). Don’t believe us? Let us show you.

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Whether you’re looking for rolling hills, majestic mountainscape, meadows full of wildflowers, or something in between, Nook Outdoors has dreamy outdoor wedding venues you’re sure to fall in love with. But the magic doesn’t end there. These outdoor venues feature quaint spaces for an intimate gathering, as well as more spacious receptions areas for those with a larger guest lists. But the best part of all, these venues feature one-of-a-kind accommodations for you and your wedding party to enjoy for days after the celebration has ended. Let’s dive in.

Outdoor Wedding Venues in Texas

The sheer size of Texas makes it home to quite a few different wedding-worthy outdoor settings. However, few regions can compare to the rolling, hilly grasslands of Texas Hill Country. The location also boasts countless wineries and vineyards. Check out these these stunning outdoor locations for a memorable wedding background.

The Liney Moon (Dripping Springs, Texas)

Lean into the romantic ambiance of Texas Hill Country with The Liney Moon, nestled in scenic Dripping Springs, Texas. For those couples seeking some rustic appeal among lush greenery and wide-open spaces, this gem among outdoor wedding venues is for you. Available year round, this venue can accommodate up to 150 guests, with room for 60 overnight guests. Not to mention, wedding guests receive exclusive access to the entire Liney Moon property and amenities.

The ceremony site here boasts an elegant pointed archway to exchange vows, with unique limestone slab seating. With looming oaks and cedars and twinkling mood lighting, your wedding day will be plucked from a storybook. Take your cocktail hour and/or reception to the large Back Patio, which is partially covered and features an fire pit, adirondack chairs, and food truck parking. You’ll find plenty of space for dancing in the breeze and additional tables and chairs, as well. Another option is Circle Drive, which is ideal for al fresco dining beneath romantic string lights and raw Hill Country.

Overnight Accommodations

• Horseshoe Cottages: There are ten of these industrial one-bedroom cottages, which are arranged in a half-circle with a shared common lawn space. This space features a fire pit, yard games, a putting green, and grill area. Accommodates 20 guests (2 per cottage).
• Stellar House: This four-bedroom, four bath house is perfect for wedding parties looking to celebrate together. Stellar House sleeps 22 with a master bedroom, kids bunk room, and four custom built-in queen bunk beds.
• Triplets: These three tiny homes each feature one bedroom (two queens and two twins), one bath, a kitchenette, washer/dryer, and living room. Accommodates 18 total (6 per cottage).

Onera Wimberley (Wimberley, Texas)

If you’re looking for outdoor wedding venues in Texas that feel like a nature retreat, you’ll love this next setting. Onera Wimberley, also located in enchanting Texas Hill Country, provides the perfect backdrop for your nuptials. Say your vows in among the cool breeze and lovely meadows of this peaceful forested space, then migrate just steps away to the dreamy pavilion. This pavilion, hosting up to 95 guests, is open-concept, with steel vaulted “ceilings” revealing warm string lighting to welcome guests to cocktail hour or dinner below.

You may even host the rest of your celebration inside the event center behind the pavilion, or simply open the charming wooden barn doors to welcome guests inside and out. This wedding venue combines elegance and sophistication with simple country charm that will help you create cherished memories. You may even continue making memories in the days to come, should you decide to experience the luxurious accommodations on site, which can sleep up to 56 guests overnight.

Overnight Accommodations

• Spyglass: This one-of-a-kind treehouse accommodation is suspended thirty feet in the air and features a private terrace and hot tub, king bed, kitchenette, rain shower, and lounge area. Accommodates two.
• Greenhouse: Truly immerse yourself in nature with the Greenhouse, which boasts a unique vegetated rooftop. Admire the flourishing landscape through floor-to-ceiling windows or from your cedar-style jacuzzi. Inside, you’ll find a king bed, kitchenette, lounge area, and rain shower.

The Cedars Ranch (Wimberley, Texas)

Last on our list of breathtaking outdoor wedding venues in Texas is The Cedars Ranch. This remarkable venue in Wimberley features twenty acres of lush gardens, mature oak trees, and open grass fields, welcoming your intimate celebration. Like Liney Moon, Cedars Ranch is available year round, so you can choose your ideal season. Your wedding ceremony will be set beneath towering oak trees, with one of two stunning arches to complement your moment, as well as hand-carved wood benches.

For cocktail hour or as an overflow reception space, the Event Plaza is stunning at sunset and offers a cozy fire pit, yard games, string lights, and food truck parking among the wildflowers. Moreover, the contemporary Event Hall features exposed wooden beams and four large barn doors to open up the space to the outdoors. This reception space has seating for over 200 guests. You’ll also find the Lounge to be the perfect place for the groomsmen to get ready and the Yoga & Meditation Garden welcome photo ops. But best yet, finish the night with upscale glamping accommodations you won’t soon forget.

Overnight Accommodations

• Geodome Suite: This is a spherical geodesic dome featuring a king bed in a single bedroom, full bath, panoramic window, kitchenette, and outdoor seating area. Accommodates two.
• XL Geodome Suite: This is a spherical geodesic dome featuring one-bedroom, a loft queen bed, panoramic window, a small kitchenette, full bath, and outdoor seating area. Accommodates four.
• Grand Cabin: This tiny home cabin features vaulted ceilings and a loft space with two twin beds to compliment the two king bedrooms. Enjoy also a full kitchen, private indoor/outdoor seating areas, and full bathroom. Accommodates six.
• Deluxe Cabin: This one-bedroom, one bath cabin features a king bed, sleeper sofa, European-style finishes, kitchenette, oversized windows, and private outdoor seating area. Accommodates four.
• Eco Yurt: This one-bedroom, European-style yurt features a king bed, queen sleeper, a 360-degree wraparound deck, breakfast bar, outdoor desk, seating area, and kitchen. Accommodates four.

Outdoor Wedding Venue in North Carolina

North Carolina offers some of the most magical outdoor wedding venues in the country, most of which are accented by the mystical looking Smokies or Blue Ridge Mountains. However, there is one outdoor ceremony venue that stands out from the others for its historical charm, rushing river, and dense wooded area: The Historic Tapoco Lodge.

Tapoco Lodge (Robbinsville, North Carolina)

With nearly one hundred years of rich history, the Historic Tapoco Lodge is a dreamscape for any newlywed looking for some character in their venue. This 120-acre property offers truly lovely outdoor wedding venues among charming woods and lush greenery. After saying “I do” beside the rushing Cheoah River, you can take your reception or cocktail hour to one of two renowned on-site restaurants: Tapoco Tavern or The Cheoah Dining Room.

Enjoy terrace seating and river views at Cheoah Dining Room, as well as riverside seating at the Tapoco Tavern. Both of these spaces can be decorated to your liking for your big day. Moreover, you and your guests can indulge in on-site amenities, like fire pits, serene hiking trails, and unbeatable views. Make it an overnight retreat with these cozy accommodations for you and your family and friends on-sight.

Overnight Accommodations

• Lodge Suites: There are five different lodge suites, each featuring a private bedroom, private bath with walk-in shower and large tub, and seating area. Accommodate two to four guests.
• Lodge Rooms: There are six different lodge rooms, each featuring stunning mountain/river views, plush king bed, and spacious bath. Accommodate two guests.
• Cabin Rooms: There are seven cabins on-site, each broken into private rooms or rooms that can be connected for larger parties. Enjoy amenities like full kitchens, private or shared porches, hot tubs, spacious living and dining rooms, and pet-friendly options.

Outdoor Wedding Venues in Wyoming

The dramatic landscape of Wyoming makes for larger-than-life outdoor wedding venues and pictures. Yet, the town of Jackson, also known as Jackson Hole, in western Wyoming has long been a favorite. Surrounded by the daunting peaks of the Teton Mountain Range, with the Yellowstone National Park just minutes away, few wedding destinations can compare to Jackson. Discover our two favorite Jackson venues below.

The Virginian Lodge (Jackson Hole, Wyoming)

This next venue has been nominated for the 2025 Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards, and for good reason. The Virginian Lodge is a retro-inspired boutique hotel with everything you need for a breathtaking wedding, no matter the season. Not only do they collaborate with professional wedding planners to make your day seamless, but the Virginian also caters both cocktails and culinary dishes. Whether you’re guest list is short or long, the Wister Hall space can accommodate your needs. This event space features giant hanging chandeliers and plenty of space for reception activities.

What’s more, the Saloon on-site is ideal for cozy cocktail hours. Meanwhile, you can indulge in dreamy photo ops among the dramatic Jackson Hole landscape outside. The Courtyard is also a great space to host a reception, with fire pits, plenty of room for dancing, and a sophisticated yet rustic atmosphere beneath twinkling lights. Make it a long weekend with accommodations below, and enjoy amenities like an all-seasons pool, hot tub, on-site dining, or more.

Overnight Accommodations

Each of these suites sleep two to four guests with a combination of king, queen, double, twin, and sofa beds. Enjoy features like kitchenettes or full kitchens, seating and dining areas, Outbound Signature products, and cozy furnishings.

Alpine House (Jackson, Wyoming)

Last but not least on this list of outdoor wedding venues is the Alpine House, also in Jackson. This boutique hotel offers a private buyout option, giving you and your guests complete access to the Alpine House. What’s more, if additional accommodations are needed, the Anvil Hotel and Cache House, which are just next door, can also be reserved.

After a beautiful ceremony on the manicured grounds, the well-loved Italian Trattoria on-site, called Glorietta, will be ready to welcome your guests for both cocktail hour and your reception. The craft cocktails, hand-made pasta, and wood-fired cooking is sure to become a favorite among your guests. Now, let’s explore accommodations at Alpine House.

Overnight Accommodations

• Queen Room: This suite has one queen bed, private bath with in-floor heat, walk-in shower, and balcony. Accommodates two.
• King Room: This suite features one king bed, deep soaking tub, and French doors opening to patio or balcony. Accommodates two.
• Two Queens: This suite features two queen beds, deep soaking tub, and French doors leading to balcony. Accommodates four.
• Queen w/ Loft: This suite features one queen bed and one full bed in the loft, private bath with walk-in showers, in-floor heat, and French doors leading to balcony. Accommodates four.
• Alpine House Suite: This suite features one bedroom with a king bed, pull-out sofa, soaking tub, living room, and French doors opening to a balcony. Accommodates four.
• Alpine House Suite w/ Kitchenette: This is an apartment-style suite with a king bed, pull-out bed, full kitchen, and living room. Accommodates four.

Book Your Dream Outdoor Wedding Venue with Nook Outdoors

So, did any of these enchanting outdoor wedding venues catch your eye? If so, consider booking your dream wedding with Nook Outdoors! Our carefully curated collection of boutique hotels, luxury glamping, cabins, and more put nature at the forefront of your vacations. Say goodbye to camping and hello to modern accommodations and luxurious amenities, all while immersing yourself in the great outdoors. Click the button below to make a group booking, and start planning your dream wedding! Also, make sure to check out these amazing honeymoon spots!