Unique Mountain Wedding Ideas for Nature-Loving Couples
Your wedding day should represent you and your partner’s love for each other and the passions that connect you. For nature-loving couples, a mountain wedding could be the best way to explore your catering, decoration, and photo ideas. Outdoor venues offer scenic overlooks and natural scenery for your special day, so use them as part of your wedding planning!
Exchange Vows at Sunrise
Start your marriage with a breathtaking sunrise illuminating the mountain peaks. First, choose an east-facing overlook so that everyone can get a view of the sunrise. Provide cozy blankets for your guests, and serve a post-vow breakfast or coffee bar featuring locally sourced treats.
The golden glow of the sunrise symbolizes a new beginning in your relationship, and it will also create stunning photos. If you’re a morning person who loves to greet the day with a sunrise, have your wedding ceremony begin with a soft glow in the mountains.
Incorporate Local Wildflowers
Rather than using traditional floral arrangements, adorn your venue with native wildflowers. From hand-tied bouquets to rustic floral arches, wildflowers add a natural, untamed style to your wedding decor.
Set Up a Campfire Station
Celebrate your love for the great outdoors with a cozy campfire station. This is the perfect chance to offer guests a s’mores bar complete with gourmet chocolate and artisanal marshmallows. For those chilly night receptions, a s’mores bar can double as dessert and entertainment for your guests as they toast marshmallows under the stars.
Create a “Hike to the Altar” Experience
Turn your ceremony into an adventure by incorporating a short hike to your altar. Whether it’s a wooded trail or a path leading to a mountain overlook, this mountain wedding idea allows your guests to admire nature and take photos along the way.
Use Natural Elements for Decor
For your tableware and lighting, highlight your mountain venue by incorporating natural elements into your decor. Wooden signage, stone centerpieces, or table runners made from freshly cut greenery can immerse your guests in the scenery.
Host a Stargazing Reception
Another way to wrap up the night is to provide telescopes, soft blankets, and candles at a stargazing lounge. This romantic atmosphere gives guests a place to wind down under the stars. Spend your wedding night listening to the soft chirps of crickets and enjoying the mountain breeze.
An easy way to celebrate your love of nature is by booking a venue surrounded by vast foliage and beautiful lakes. Here at The Lodge, we can help you reserve a beautiful venue with our all-inclusive Poconos wedding packages. Start your wedding journey today, and get inspired by the gorgeous Poconos!