If you’re looking for a wedding venue, this post is for you! Utah brides or destination brides, here are five reasons to make Deer Valley, Utah your wedding location.

1.The views

Your guests will be entertained by just ‘being!’. Surrounded by mountains, you will have everyone swooning. Imagine the most picturesque setting to walk down the isle. Just when you thought something couldn’t get any more beautiful, put a couple exchanging their vows in a setting like this, and bam, we’ve outdone ourselves!

2. Perfect summer temperatures

We all know wedding season is in the summertime. So for those summer months, how great to escape to the mountains where the temperature is still comfortable, and not quite so hot! You can walk down the isle without sweat dripping down your forehead and take photos without overheating. It’s one of the most ideal outdoor summer spots, in my opinion.

3. Your photo opportunities

Seriously, talk about location goals! I would be lying if I said wedding venues aren’t KEY to creating amazing images! A professional photographer will make things look amazing- but if the canvas is a board room in the basement of a run down office building.. I mean, you’re not going to have much to work with 😉 Down to the hotel or room you choose to get ready in, these locations can make or break your images. Your wedding photos are the one thing you get to keep to remember your special day. Make sure you choose a experienced professional photographer to photograph every detail of your wedding in a timeless classic way! (No matter the location!)

Choosing location with good light, and really thinking about the backdrop that certain venues provide. If you have questions, definitely don’t hesitate to ask your professional photographer what they think! That is what we are here for. The right mood lighting during receptions can also make a huge difference to creating gorgeous photos… so important!

4. That destination feeling

Even if you are from Utah, having a wedding in Deer Valley feels like a destination wedding. It’s a setting that makes you feel more intimate. You get up and away from the city to a resort surrounded by tall trees, open fields, higher elevation, and epic views. You can’t help but feel like you’re having a mini getaway.

5. The greatest venues!

You really can’t go wrong with any of the venues in Deer Valley. They all have so much to offer! Stein Eriksen Lodge gives you a very upscale, high end feeling with a gorgeous large ballroom that has a wall that opens connecting to the deck. During cocktail hour you can experience indoor/outdoor perfection. Ceremonies are held typically on raised deck, overlooking the mountains directly in the background. Every angle is gorgeous. Deer Valley Resort has the option to have the ceremony on the top of the mountain. Your wedding guests and wedding party ride the chair lift to the top to watch you exchange your vows. The Montage has a gorgeous staircase, is immaculate inside, and has the same outdoor special feel. This spot feels very formal, and black tie. Fire pits, and breathtaking views in a full 360. The Montage would be perfect for a wedding in any season, the inside has such a charming detailed ambiance. Winter weddings can be gorgeous as well! I mean, am I right with these venues? How can you go wrong!?