The Cliff Lodge Snowbird Wedding
Katie and Wyatt’s wedding at The Cliff Lodge Snowbird was a perfect mix of mountain elegance and laid-back celebration. Nestled high in Utah’s Wasatch Range, the venue offered a setting that matched their vision: natural beauty, easy logistics for guests, and enough space for both a heartfelt ceremony and an energetic evening reception. Katie and Wyatt planned their day with intention. Their goal was to host a wedding that felt elevated but never overwhelming—something that reflected their personalities without being too formal. With most of their guests traveling from out of state, they wanted a venue that offered everything in one place: ceremony site, reception space, lodging, and even dining. The Cliff Lodge delivered on all fronts.
About the Venue:
Surrounded by alpine peaks and clean, crisp mountain air, the setting at Snowbird felt worlds away from the city, despite being just 45 minutes from Salt Lake International Airport. The views from the rooftop deck—where the ceremony took place—were wide open and stunning. Afternoon light hit the granite cliffs behind the couple just as they exchanged vows, while the reception space inside was sleek, warm, and perfectly climate-controlled for a fall wedding.
The Cliff Lodge offers multiple ceremony and reception spaces, which allowed Katie and Wyatt to keep everything seamless. They used the Mountain View Terrace for their ceremony and moved indoors to the ballroom for the reception. Staff handled all transitions efficiently, with setup already in place before guests moved between spaces.
Guests were able to stay right on site, with the lodge offering spacious rooms, spa access, and resort-style amenities. On the morning of the wedding, many guests grabbed coffee at the resort café or took the tram up the mountain—just one of many ways the location added to the overall experience.
What makes a Cliff Lodge Snowbird wedding particularly guest-friendly is how much is available without having to leave the property:
On-site lodging with wedding group blocks available
Rooftop spa and pool
Dining options, including The Aerie restaurant
Tram rides and hiking access
Parking and shuttle services
Indoor and outdoor ceremony options for any weather
This type of all-in-one setup is rare in Utah and especially appealing to couples looking to simplify planning for out-of-town friends and family.
From my Photographer’s Perspective:
As a photographer, shooting at The Cliff Lodge Snowbird is a dream. The light is clean at high elevation, and you get a full range of backdrops—from sweeping canyon views to crisp architectural lines inside the lodge. There’s room to move, whether you're taking first-look portraits on the terrace or candids during the reception.
The venue’s elevation creates an immediate sense of grandeur without needing excessive decor. The natural surroundings do a lot of visual work for you, and the staff is helpful about timing access to rooftops and key locations for photo sessions. For couples who want a polished, elevated event that still feels relaxed, this venue hits the mark.
*Photos are a combination of digital and analog work.
Wedding Venue: The Cliff Lodge// Main Photographer: Elisha Braithwaite// Second Shooter: HopesandCheers
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