Set on a 13-acre peninsula amid the jade-coloured waters of Emerald Lake in Yoho National Park, Emerald Lake Lodge offers a remote, fairy-tale setting for weddings of up to 88 guests — or complete island buy-out for those who want the whole place to themselves.
Emerald Lake is one of the most photographed lakes in the Canadian Rockies for good reason — that impossible jade-green water, those cathedral peaks reflected in its surface, those log-and-timber buildings nestled against the treeline. The lodge sits on a 13-acre peninsula accessible only by footbridge, giving every wedding here a sense of genuine seclusion that is rare in any national park. Yoho, less trafficked than Banff, keeps the atmosphere quiet and wild.
The Vice President's Room on the second floor of the Main Lodge has a sundeck overlooking the lake — arguably the most dramatic indoor-outdoor transition of any Canadian wedding venue. Cilantro on the Lake, with its high wood-beamed ceiling and broad windows, makes an atmospheric alternative for receptions. For couples who want it all, the 'Rent Your Own Island' option closes the peninsula entirely: every cabin, both restaurants, and every corner of the property becomes yours alone.
Enquire about Emerald Lake Lodge →What's includedElopement package available: 2 nights accommodation, 3-course dinner for two, 2 breakfasts, wedding flowers (bouquet & boutonniere), wedding cake, sparkling wine, in-room gift
The venue seats up to 88 for a reception; the 85 on-site guest units across 24 cabin buildings can accommodate up to 200 guests overnight.
Yes — the 'Rent Your Own Island' option reserves all function rooms, guest rooms and amenities exclusively for your wedding.
The Viewpoint is the designated outdoor ceremony location overlooking Emerald Lake and the surrounding peaks.
Yes — the lodge operates year-round, with snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and fireside cabin atmosphere in winter, and canoeing and hiking in summer.
Yes — Emerald Lake Lodge offers a dedicated elopement package including accommodation, dinner, flowers, cake and sparkling wine.
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