Mountain Matrimony at The Outpost
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Holds ceremonies and receptions
Jolene, Alyssa and Billy
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Located in Fawnskin, CA, on the north shore of Big Bear Lake, The Outpost is surrounded by the San Bernardino mountains and boasts stunning views of the lake and ski hills. This peaceful, rustic escape offers cozy cabins, picturesque woodlands and ample opportunities for hiking, biking, fishing and more. The Outpost is also conveniently situated just 55 miles from Ontario International Airport and two hours from LAX, making it easily accessible for out-of-town guests. It's the perfect setting for a celebration like no other.
Ideal for small weddings, The Outpost offers a choice of breathtaking locations for the various stages of your special day. You may opt for a romantic open-air ceremony, with stunning mountain views as your backdrop. Afterward, you and your guests can gather around the fire pit with Outpost-provided guitars as the sun sets, sipping drinks and enjoying the beauty of your surroundings. Get-ready rooms are available for your wedding prep, and you can rent the property's five cabins for you and your party to stay in overnight or all weekend. If you choose to book all five cabins, you'll have the venue to yourself for the duration of your stay. Each cabin is equipped with a fully-stocked kitchen, a hairdryer, a clothing iron, a smart TV, high-speed WiFi and a charcoal grill. A wood-burning fireplace creates a cozy ambiance for you to enjoy as you play the provided board games or listen to a curated selection of music on the record player. There's also a camping area for guests wishing to bring their own tents, as well as ample space for RVs and Airstream trailers.
The friendly team at The Outpost will work tirelessly to ensure every detail of your special day is perfect. They'll be on-hand to provide assistance and support throughout your event. During your stay, you and your party can participate in a wide variety of outdoor activities, including fishing, hiking, boating, biking, kayaking, and paddle boarding. The venue is also dog-friendly, so you can bring your four-legged friends along for the celebrations.
The Outpost is also a great location for your bachelorette and bachelor party, wedding and baby shower!
For more information about hosting your special day at this unique venue, reach out to The Outpost today.
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Backyard
Beach
Waterfront
Garden
Hotel
Mountain
Park
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Destination Weddings
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Meet the team
Jolene, Alyssa and Billy
Owner
We're a family business and combine for decades of experience in storytelling, experience building and pulling off large-scale events around the world. The first time we saw this property, we thought, “What an incredible backdrop for a wedding!” Since purchasing the property four years ago, we've poured love, energy and a lot of hard work into reimagining this nearly 100-year-old lodge and creating a one-of-a-kind event space with a quiet, mountain-modern feel. We can't wait to share The Outpost with you and host you and your loved ones on your special day
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.04 reviews
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The Outpost is highly recommended by visitors for its picturesque location, cozy ambiance, and accommodating staff, including Alyssa, Billy, and Jolene. Reviewers appreciated the inclusive package that allowed them to stay on-site, creating a family-like experience. The personalized service and flexibility in wedding arrangements, such as choosing ceremony locations and customizing seating plans, stood out as highlights. The cabins, views, and unique touches like vinyl records added to the venue's charm, making it a memorable and recommendable setting for weddings.Review photos
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Sara P
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5.0
10/02/2024
We are so grateful that weather and nature permitted for our wedding to be held at The Outpost on 9/21. It was the perfect venue to host and we so appreciated the fact that a part ...
of their package includes staying on site. Waking up with our wedding party and setting up our tent and decor together made it feel like a family affair. Alyssa, Billy & Jolene were accommodating, kind and supportive through it all, even when a rain and hail storm came through the day before our wedding. They helped with clean up and drying things out so that all could be ready for our special day. The location is cozy, beautiful and perfect for groups. We hope to be back to visit and would highly recommend it as either a great place to spend a few days or celebrating a social day.
Response from The Outpost on 11/19/2025
Sara! We were so honored to host Brandy and your wedding and we still can't believe how Mo...
ther Nature smiled on your special day! Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with our future couples. We hope to host you again at The Outpost as you continue to celebrate your relationship!
Aj C
5.0
10/01/2024
This venue had everything you would need.
The look and feel of the venue really capture a beautiful aesthetic in person.
Really felt taken care of by Alyssa, Jolene & Billy.
They...
made sure every detail was taken care of.
The wedding was enjoyed by all of the guests.
Staff were willing to assist to make it a memorable experience for guests.
I couldn't be more happy to recommend The Outpost to anyone looking for that special place, run by special people. We hope to be back in the near future!
Response from The Outpost on 11/19/2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and for allowing us the honor of host...
ing your special day!
Any questions?
Genesis A
5.0
9/30/2024
The outpost was such a beautiful place for our wedding! The space for the reception was perfect. Alyssa and Billy were great and super helpful! The cabins were cozy and the views f...
rom the property were phenomenal!
Response from The Outpost on 11/19/2025
Genesis, we absolutely loved hosting Tim and your wedding. What a spectacular weekend it w...
as. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts in this review. That means so much to us.
Kurt Y
5.0
10/28/2023
Hi, this is Kurt and Stefanie Yaeger, now a happily married couple. Real people with a real review, and we can say we absolutely loved our wedding at The Outpost. The venue was mag...
ical, out of the box (which is perfect for us), and exactly what we wanted. Why? The mountain and lake views, the cabins, the privacy, the lighting, all of it amazing, but that isn't the main reason, which is attributed to the owner's personal service: Jolene, Alyssa, & Billy. They really went above and beyond, making sure our day was special, unique, and exactly how we wanted it. They were attentive and communicative leading up to the special day, recommended amazing food vendors, facility vendors, and made our day one that we could enjoy and focus on our guests.
The venue itself is amazing! Mountain views in the background of our photos of us saying "I do". The cabins! Five cabins we used to stay in, used on the day, and put up the wedding party in to stay overnight. Each having a personal touch of music, all on vinyl records (so cool). Also, the freedom to make our day special and unique. My wife and I chose where the isle went, the chairs were, the food vendors placed, tables, tents, everything went were our imagination wanted to put them. So, our wedding was bespoke, a one-off wedding that only we got to have, which means you get to use the same facility but it's going to be different than ours, so it will only be yours.
We're grateful for the wonderful memories. Our guests were over the moon. We can't wait to go back and spend a weekend where we got married. Where else can you get all that?
Kurt & Stefanie.
Response from The Outpost on 11/19/2025
Kurt! Stephanie! Thank you for trusting us to host your perfect wedding weekend. And thank...
you for taking so much time and care in sharing your thoughts with our future couples. We can't wait to host you again at The Outpost as you continue to celebrate your beautiful relationship!
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