Emerald Bay

Married couple extending their champagne glasses outward towards Lake Tahoe.

Emerald Bay Bluffside Celebration

In close proximity to the exquisite cascades of Eagle Falls, the view from the precipice of Emerald Bay delivers one of the most beautiful sights in the world, and for this reason it tends to be a highly desirable spot for those wanting to walk the aisle of matrimony.

Newlyweds have their first kiss at the edge of the bluff of Emerald Bay.

Possessing similar characteristics of its rival Logan Shoals, this spectacular site is an extraordinary location, allowing for an extraordinary experience. Your wedding ceremony will take place on a bluff at Emerald Bay towering approximately 500 feet over Fannette Island and the tri-colored bay water, offering breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Tahoe.

Emerald Bay is surrounded by the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range, a majestic view that encloses the bay with unimaginable imagery. Combine this with the fact that Emerald Bay’s overlook is an unperturbed wedding location that will provide you and your guests with a relaxed setting on your memorable occasion, and you’ll inevitably conclude that the bluff over the bay is a perfect outdoor ceremony venue. What’s more, with such scenic beauty, the backdrop for your ceremony photos will be unsurpassed.

Groom leaning his bride backward.
Couple admires the view while standing near the edge of the bluff overlooking Emerald Bay.

National Natural Landmark

Because Emerald Bay is designated a National Natural Landmark and is an attraction for many sightseers, parking is extremely limited. Therefore, it is highly recommended to acquire transportation services that will provide transport to and from the ceremony site for you and your guests. This is especially true during the peak touristic season and is essential (May through October) if you and your guests are unable to arrive to the site in one vehicle (Logan Shoals typically experiences fewer visitors). Stretch limos that seat up to 7 people or a shuttle bus with seating for up to 18 people can be arranged (see Shuttle Services below).

(Due to restrictions set forth by California State Parks, groups are limited to a maximum of 20 people. Also, because it is a public area, setting up chairs is not permitted.)

Monday – Thursday
$850
Friday – Sunday
$925

Emerald Bay includes:

  • Ordained minister
  • Professional photographer
  • Phone consultation with the minister
  • Traditional or personalized wedding vows
  • All photo images of the event and copyrights
  • Marriage license submission to issuing county
  • Customary music (upon request)
  • Permit acquisition

Shuttle Services to Emerald Bay

Transportation services to Emerald Bay are recommended (essential May through October) and made available to you and your guests, allowing your entire party to ride in comfort and style to the wedding. There are various transport services available for the Tahoe area.

Tahoe transportation shuttle.

Vehicle options include a stretch limo with seating for up to 7 people or a shuttle bus that seats up to 18 people. Typical services include a return trip from the ceremony site to the reception or other locally appointed destination.

Wedding Enhancements


Rose bouquet resting on the beach sand.
  • Limousine Service (2 hrs)…….$675
  • Shuttle (seats up to 18)………..$725
  • Digital Videography………………..$475
  • 6 Rose Bridal Bouquet……………$125
  • 3 Rose Bridesmaid Bouquet…$75
  • Groom’s Boutonniere………………$25
Bride sitting in a limo looking out the window with her bouquet in hand.