Intro

• Finding the right place to stay during your elopement can totally shape the vibe of your day.
• Whether you want something cozy and remote or bougie and aesthetic—there are solid options near Yosemite that aren’t just “lodges with carpet from the ‘90s.”
• I pulled together a mix of spots that work great for getting ready photos, privacy, and relaxing after a full day of hiking or saying your vows.

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📍 What Area Should You Stay In?

Quick breakdown:

• Yosemite Valley – Closest to most iconic spots (but books out fast, very limited).
• Wawona – Inside the park, quiet, woodsy. Great for Taft Point elopements.
• Yosemite West – Private cabins, closer to Glacier Point Road.
• El Portal – Just outside the entrance, good for last-minute bookings.
• Groveland / Rush Creek / Evergreen – More lodging, resort-style options, cute cabins.
• Bass Lake / Oakhurst – Good if you’re down to drive 45-60 mins to the park.

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🪵 Cabin Vibes

1. Redwoods in Yosemite (Wawona)

• Inside the park = less driving.
• Tons of cabin options (some modern, some rustic).
• Good privacy for getting ready and winding down.

2. Scenic Wonders Rentals (Yosemite West)

• Perfect if you want to get married at Taft or Glacier Point.
• Modern, woodsy cabins with epic forest views.
• Feels secluded without being far.

3. Evergreen Lodge

• Think: rustic luxury.
• Onsite restaurant + fire pits.
• You can even host a tiny dinner here if you want.

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🏡 Aesthetic Airbnbs

4. Modern A-Frames near Bass Lake

• Cute design-forward places that photograph beautifully.
• Great for post-elopement hangs or portraits on the deck.

5. Fernwood Cabin (search this one specifically—it’s a gem)

• Neutral tones, great natural light.
• Close enough to Yosemite but feels like a true getaway.

6. Yosemite Hilltop Cabins (Midpines area)

• Affordable and private.
• Wood-burning stoves and mountain views

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✨ Glamping & Unique Stays

7. AutoCamp Yosemite

• Airstreams + tents = modern glamping dream.
• Pool, clubhouse, fire pits.
• Good for couples who want a little luxury without being indoors.

8. Tenaya at Yosemite (formerly Tenaya Lodge)

• More resort-style, but their cabins are great for families or couples eloping with guests.
• Spa, food, hot tub—easy place to decompress.

9. Glamping at Yosemite Pines RV Resort

• Yurts, covered wagons, cute tiny houses.
• Great for photos and a more playful vibe.

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📝 Things to Consider

• Book Early: Yosemite lodging books up 6–12 months in advance, especially inside the park.
• Photos Matter: Pick a spot with natural light
• Weather + Season: Winter = snow access, Summer = potential heat, Fall = golden light.

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Final Thoughts

• Where you stay isn’t just where you sleep—it’s part of your elopement story.
• If you’re feeling stuck or want recs that match your vibe, I always help couples find places.
• DM me for my personal recs or if you want help figuring out where to stay for your Yosemite elopement weekend.