Proposals and weddings at Tenaya at Yosemite: venues and capacities
Tenaya at Yosemite can host weddings and proposals across several indoor and outdoor spaces ranging from intimate settings (20–40 guests) to large receptions (up to about 400 guests). Key named venues include the Grand Ballroom, The Pavilion, Forest View Room, Counties Room and Patio, and the Grand Terrace & Counties Lawn — capacities and amenities vary by space.
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At-a-glance: venues and scale
Tenaya at Yosemite lists a mix of indoor and outdoor event spaces that suit small gatherings and large weddings. The property's meeting and wedding pages give capacity ranges rather than a single fixed number for each space.
Official named venues used for weddings include Grand Ballroom, The Pavilion, Forest View Room, Counties Room and Patio, and outdoor areas such as the Grand Terrace & Counties Lawn.
- Grand Ballroom — largest indoor space (up to about 400 guests for weddings or larger meeting capacities listed on the meetings page).
- The Pavilion — a 3,000 sq ft open-walled space for roughly 125–200 guests.
- Forest View Room — suitable for smaller receptions of about 50–70 guests.
| Venue | Indoor / Outdoor | Typical wedding capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Ballroom | Indoor | About 80–400 guests (listed as the largest event space; 10,000 sq ft) |
| The Pavilion | Outdoor / covered | About 125–200 guests (3,000 sq ft) |
| Forest View Room | Indoor (with covered walkway) | About 50–70 guests |
| Counties Room and Patio | Indoor with patio | About 20–40 guests (intimate receptions) |
| Grand Terrace & Counties Lawn | Outdoor | Ceremony tiers listed for various sizes (see ceremony fees) |
Ceremony options and fees
Outdoor ceremony sites include the Grand Terrace & Counties Lawn; the resort's ceremony fee includes classic white folding chairs and optional stage/riser and a wrought-iron arbor. The property provides a sound system on request for an extra fee.
Published ceremony fee tiers for the Grand Terrace & Counties Lawn are itemized by guest counts: 50 & Under, 51–150, and Over 150 (with respective listed fees on the resort page). For exact current pricing, contact the resort's events team.
- Ceremony inclusions: site, folding chairs, optional stage/riser, wrought-iron arbor.
- Sound system available on request (additional cost).
- Fee tiers provided by guest-count brackets: 50 & Under, 51–150, Over 150.
| Ceremony tier | What's included |
|---|---|
| 50 & Under | Ceremony site, folding chairs, optional stage/riser, arbor |
| 51–150 | Same inclusions; higher fee tier |
| Over 150 | Same inclusions; highest fee tier |
Reception spaces and capacities
Receptions can be held indoors in spaces such as the Grand Ballroom or in covered/outdoor options like The Pavilion. Published capacities vary by setup (banquet, theater, classroom) and are larger for the Grand Ballroom.
The Grand Ballroom is described as about 10,000 sq ft with multiple seating configurations listed on the meetings information; smaller rooms and lawns provide alternatives for intimate receptions.
- Grand Ballroom: diversified capacities (banquet/ballroom, theater and reception configurations listed on meetings pages).
- The Pavilion: suited for market-lighting evening receptions and includes a built-in fire pit.
- Counties Room and Patio and Forest View Room provide more intimate reception settings.
| Space | Notes on capacity |
|---|---|
| Grand Ballroom | Multiple setups; meetings listing shows banquet up to several hundred (10,000 sq ft) |
| The Pavilion | 3,000 sq ft; market lighting and fire pit for evenings; 125–200 guest range indicated for weddings |
| Forest View Room | Smaller reception footprint, 50–70 guests |
Event services, catering and AV
Tenaya at Yosemite provides in-house catering and a culinary team that oversees on-property venues and menus. The resort's catering materials list the property's on-site restaurants and the lodge's culinary leadership but do not publish full plated menu details in the public summary.
Meeting amenities include full in-house audio-visual capabilities and a business center; a large pre-function area supports receptions and exhibits. Specific AV packages and menu pricing should be requested from the events/catering team.
- On-site dining teams and catering draw from the resort's restaurants (Embers, Timberloft Pizzeria, Gold Rush Barbecue, Bearfoot Bar, Parkside Deli, Jackalope's Bar & Grill).
- In-house AV, business center, and pre-function space available for receptions and exhibits.
- For menus, pricing, and AV packages contact the resort's events or catering department directly.
| Service | Public notes |
|---|---|
| Catering | Provided by resort culinary team; multiple on-site restaurants available |
| Audio-visual | Full in-house AV capabilities listed on meetings pages |
| Event planning contact | Available through the resort; request details and current pricing |
Guest rooms and blocks for wedding groups
Tenaya at Yosemite has 302 total rooms across multiple categories, with a mix of Lodge rooms, Cottages, Cabins, and Suites. Room types you can request by name include Premium Room, Cottage, Deluxe Room, Deluxe Room (Oversize), Suite (Spa), Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Deluxe Cabin, Premium Cabin, Cottage (Suite), Cottage, Multiple Beds, Premium Room, Patio, and Deluxe Room, with Sofa bed (Oversize).
Wedding blocks can draw from these varied room types depending on availability; contact the resort or a reservations agent for block availability and group rates.
- Total rooms: 302 (across Lodge rooms, Cottages and Cabins).
- Room types (examples): Premium Room, Cottage, Deluxe Room, Suite (Spa), Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Deluxe Cabin, Premium Cabin, Cottage (Suite).
- Some cottages and cabins are separate from the Main Lodge and are connected by lodge-to-cottage shuttles.
| Room category | Beds (as listed) |
|---|---|
| Premium Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms | 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed |
| Suite (Spa) | 1 King Bed |
| Deluxe Room (Oversize) | 2 Queen Beds |
Logistics: parking, transport, permits and accessibility
Tenaya at Yosemite offers complimentary self-parking and optional valet parking (paid) at The Lodge's porte cochère; event planners should confirm vehicle parking arrangements with the resort for large guest counts. The property also provides on-site lodge-to-cottage shuttles.
The resort is two miles from Yosemite National Park's South Entrance and is located at 1122 Highway 41, Fish Camp, CA. Note that the resort does not operate a shuttle to the Yosemite Valley floor; YARTS and other regional transit are seasonal and should be planned separately.
- Address: 1122 Highway 41, Fish Camp, California, 93623.
- Self-parking is complimentary; valet is available for a fee (check with resort for current rates).
- No on-property shuttle to Yosemite Valley floor — guests should arrange transportation for valley access.
| Logistic | Public detail |
|---|---|
| Parking | Complimentary self-parking; valet available for a surcharge |
| Proximity to park | About 2 miles from Yosemite National Park South Entrance |
| Public transit to valley | YARTS operates seasonally; resort does not provide a shuttle to the valley floor |
Planning tips for proposals and small weddings
Because Tenaya at Yosemite operates as a fully cashless resort, event payments and on-property purchases require a credit or debit card. Reservations for dining, spa, and event spaces are recommended, especially during peak summer and holiday weekends.
Ascent Spa offers couple treatments and has 12 treatment rooms; spa appointments and event services should be booked well in advance. For exact ceremony and reception pricing, AV add-ons, and menu options, contact the resort's events team or a reservations agent.
- Cashless resort policy — all on-property purchases require card payment.
- Book dining (Jackalope's Bar & Grill, Timberloft Pizzeria, Embers, Gold Rush Barbecue, Bearfoot Bar, Parkside Deli) and spa appointments early.
- Confirm ceremony inclusions and any AV or staging needs when you reserve the site.
| Contact | Why to call |
|---|---|
| Resort reservations / events | Venue availability, ceremony fees, catering menus |
| Ascent Spa | Couples treatments and booking of treatment rooms |
| On-site restaurants | Private or group dining arrangements and seasonal hours |
