Black Butte Ranch Wedding Photography & Videography
Rustic romance meets mountain majesty at Black Butte Ranch. This private resort community in Sisters, Oregon offers an unforgettable backdrop for couples starting their forever, combining wild natural beauty with cozy charm. Before you explore our portfolio of real Black Butte Ranch weddings, take a peek at what makes this venue and these celebrations so special.
Real Love Stories at Black Butte Ranch
Hayley & Austin’s wedding felt like the culmination of a beautiful journey years in the making. After adventures across the globe, they exchanged deeply personal vows that had everyone laughing through tears – including Hayley’s promise to bake Austin’s favorite cookies whenever he craved them. Family and friends chimed in with heartfelt toasts about how these two bring out the best in each other, from her independent spirit shining brighter with his steady support to his world growing warmer and more joyful through her love.
By night’s end, it was clear to all that Hayley and Austin had found their perfect match, heading into married life amid an outpouring of laughter, happy tears, and endless Cascade Mountain sunsets. Sarah & Mitch’s big day celebrated an eight-year love story that began with a chance meeting and never lost its spark. Their ceremony was filled with easy confidence and deep emotion as the couple pledged forever in front of loved ones. Mitch vowed to always put their marriage first and champion Sarah’s dreams, while she promised to stand by him through every adventure as his best friend and partner.
Loved ones remarked how perfectly these two balance each other – like yin and yang – and how their direct communication and unwavering support will serve them well in marriage. When Sarah and Mitch shared their first kiss under the golden Central Oregon sun, cheers erupted, celebrating not just a beautiful wedding but the incredible journey that led to that moment.
Rustic Elegance at a Central Oregon Venue
An outdoor ceremony lawn at Black Butte Ranch with the Cascade peaks as a breathtaking backdrop. Black Butte Ranch is nestled in the heart of Central Oregon’s Cascade Range, boasting panoramic views of snow-capped mountains like the Three Sisters and Mount Washington. Couples say “I do” beneath a canopy of aspens and towering pines by a crystal-clear lake, with wildflowers speckling the meadows and the scent of pine on the breeze.
The natural setting feels like a fairy tale come to life – an intimate outdoor chapel formed by trees and sky – as every moment is bathed in fresh mountain air and golden sunshine. As afternoon light gives way to a peach-and-lavender sunset, the lake mirrors the colorful sky, making the whole scene feel truly magical. Come nightfall, celebrations move into the ranch’s beautiful lodge, where rustic charm meets modern elegance.
Floor-to-ceiling windows let guests admire twilight hues painting the peaks outside, and a crackling fire or the glow of string lights adds warmth to the cozy space. From its sweeping mountain vistas to its tranquil lakefront, Black Butte Ranch offers an enchanting blend of scenic beauty and comfort.
This 1,800-acre ranch has been a beloved Central Oregon destination for well over 40 years, providing on-site lodging and amenities so you can turn your wedding into a relaxed weekend getaway for all. (With over 120 vacation homes on the property, your guests can stay just a short stroll from the ceremony, enjoying golf, spa treatments, and other activities during their stay. It’s no wonder Black Butte Ranch was voted the Best Outdoor Wedding Venue outside Portland by Oregon Bride magazine in 2019 and 2020.
Every element here – from the stunning Cascade Mountain backdrop to the thoughtful details and service – comes together to make your wedding day at Black Butte Ranch a truly unforgettable adventure in love.
Hayley & Austin
After years of adventures across the globe and building a life together in different cities, Hayley and Austin finally celebrated their love in a day that felt like the culmination of a beautiful journey. Surrounded by their nearest and dearest, they exchanged vows that were deeply heartfelt and uniquely personal — with Hayley thanking Austin for being her steady rock, a man who is loyal, kind, and endlessly optimistic, who keeps her grounded while encouraging her to chase her dreams. In return, Austin pledged to cherish Hayley always and never take her love for granted, promising to grow with her, support her in all she does, and fill their life with laughter and gratitude.
A sweet, playful touch had everyone smiling through tears: Hayley even vowed to bake Austin’s favorite chocolate chip cookies whenever he craves them. Their loved ones echoed the couple’s sentiments in heartfelt toasts, sharing how these two truly bring out the best in each other — how Hayley’s confident, independent spirit shines brighter with Austin’s constant support, and how he has found warmth and new perspective through her love. There was plenty of laughter amid the happy tears too: Hayley’s sister joked that she’s glad her sibling found someone else to wake her up at dawn on Christmas morning, a playful nod to how fully Austin has been embraced into their family. By the end of the night, it was clear to everyone that these soulmates had found their perfect match, as they headed into married life amid an outpouring of love and joyous celebration.
Black Butte Ranch, nestled in the heart of Central Oregon’s Cascade Range, provided an idyllic setting for Hayley and Austin’s vows. This sprawling ranch is renowned for its panoramic views of the Cascade Mountains — including snow-dusted peaks like the Three Sisters and Mount Washington — and it greeted the couple’s guests with an ambiance of rustic elegance. They said “I do” beneath a canopy of graceful aspens and towering pines, with a crystal-clear lake nearby mirroring the endless blue sky above. Wildflowers dotted the meadows and a gentle breeze carried the scent of pine, making the scene feel like a moment from a fairy tale.
As the afternoon light gave way to a peach-and-lavender sunset, guests moved into the ranch’s cozy lodge where floor-to-ceiling windows offered breathtaking views of twilight over the peaks. From the sweeping mountain vistas to the tranquil water’s edge, every element of Black Butte Ranch’s natural beauty made Hayley and Austin’s celebration feel like a fairytale come to life — an intimate union of love and landscape that no one will soon forget.
Sarah & Mitch
Sarah and Mitch’s wedding day was nearly a decade in the making, a celebration of an eight-year love story that began with a chance meeting and an instant spark at a dive bar in Seattle. Through years of growing together — from college days to building a home and even spending 20 months planning this very moment — they never once doubted that they were meant for each other. That easy confidence and deep bond shone brightly on their big day as the couple exchanged vows that had everyone smiling and reaching for tissues all at once.
Mitch promised to always put their marriage first, to champion Sarah’s dreams, and to be her teammate through whatever life brings; in turn, Sarah vowed to stand by him through every adventure, to love him unconditionally, and to forever be his best friend and partner. Family and friends agreed it was meant to be, describing how perfectly these two complement one another — like yin and yang — and noting that their direct communication, ease with each other, and unwavering support will serve them well in marriage. When the newlyweds shared their first kiss under the golden Central Oregon sun, the crowd erupted in cheers, celebrating not just a beautiful wedding day but the incredible journey that led to it.
Black Butte Ranch in Sisters, Oregon, set a breathtaking stage for Sarah and Mitch’s nuptials, where nature’s grandeur added a touch of magic to every moment. Nestled at the foot of snow-capped Cascade peaks, this venue offered the couple and their guests sweeping views of majestic mountains, sunlit meadows, and a peaceful lake shimmering under the summer sky. The pair exchanged vows outdoors with towering pines and quaking aspens as their chapel walls and the boundless blue sky as their ceiling. The natural serenity of the ranch made the ceremony feel intimate despite the grandeur of the surroundings, with every gentle breeze and birdsong adding to the romance.
As day drifted into evening, the festivities moved into the ranch’s modern lodge, where walls of glass let everyone watch a spectacular sunset paint the sky in blush and violet above the silhouette of Black Butte and the Three Sisters. Blending rustic charm with modern elegance, Black Butte Ranch provided an enchanting backdrop for the celebration — a place where Sarah and Mitch’s love story became one with the wild, wondrous beauty of Oregon.