When it comes to getting married in Joshua Tree, micro weddings are the way to go. With national park worthy views, a vast desert, and sunny horizons as far as the I can see, who wouldn’t want to get married in Joshua Tree? In today’s guide, we’ll be showing you the hidden gems of Joshua Tree, California. From intimate airbnbs, to stunning wedding venues, Joshua Tree has all you need to throw the ultimate summer ceremony.
There are so many venues in Joshua Tree that are perfect for weddings. Outdoor event spaces, colorful décor, and creative menus are just some of the perks of getting married at a venue in Joshua Tree. We have stayed at the Seven Arches Airbnb on one of our getaway trips, and had a wonderful experience. We’ve frequented the deserts, explored Yucca Valley and scouring cacti all over the park – watching the starry sky from our backyard was the best part!
Since it’s perfect for trips, and group vacations – why not throw a boho micro wedding getaway in Joshua Tree? Micro weddings are intimate, affordable, and just as unique as larger affairs, so here are some of the best micro wedding venues in Joshua Tree!
Why Joshua Tree is perfect for Micro Weddings
1. Ease of Accessibility
Joshua Tree is only 30 miles from Palm Springs, and an hour drive from the Palm Springs Airport, making it perfect for a destination micro wedding or elopement. The National Park is huge, with over 3000 square kilometers worth of landscape. The best time to get married in Joshua Tree is between March-May, and the park is typically filled with tourists at these times. October and November are also popular months. If you do get married during the Summer – be prepared, as not all Airbnbs have A/C, and the humidity alone takes a big toll on your energy. There are many venues that offer wheelchair accessible options, and some of them are listed below.
2. Best Wedding Photographers, Wedding Venues in Joshua Tree
Joshua Tree, California is has amazing local vendors. By supporting local creatives: photographers, makeup artists, and more, you’re cutting travel costs and helping the local community. You can get everything you need to plan your desert wedding here. This includes caterers, chair rental companies, DJs. And, amazing photographers to capture those moments. Palm Springs and Los Angeles are right around the corner, so they also have plentiful options for great wedding vendors, but why not select some local talent, and capture your special moment with professionals who’ve helped thousands before you get the perfect shot!
At Wedy, we are committed to empowering small businesses in California, especially Joshua Tree. Our hand-selected vendors are creative business owners building a life on passion and purpose. Our vendors commit to delivering the best possible experience and bring your dream wedding to life! If you are a wedding vendor, set up your business with Wedy and build your brand in the ultimate wedding marketplace.
3. The Best Joshua Tree Airbnbs for Weddings
Ever dreamed of throwing an Airbnb backyard reception for your micro wedding? Joshua Tree is filled with high-end, fully furnished Airbnbs that serve as great micro wedding venues in the open desert! Joshua Tree Airbnbs are beautiful and give you the freedom to host your ceremony and reception your way! Best of all – we can help you book a private chef, or host an intimate wedding photoshoot with your first looks with your spouse! The concierge team at Wedy is trained to cater your micro wedding to you, and we’ve featured some of our recommendations for the best micro wedding venues in Joshua Tree below, based on real couples feedback!
4. Iconic Views, Plentiful Locations
Joshua Tree has 13 different regions that host weddings. All of these locations are within driving distance of one another, but the vast landscape allows for both large weddings and intimate elopements alike. Explore fields of cacti, open desert landscape, starry night skies, colorful sunsets, and so much more. With venues that offer hot tubs, camp fires, and good times, Joshua Tree is an iconic location for a micro weddings. The stories of true love, and beautiful pictures of the national park sell themselves – keep reading to learn more about Joshua Tree weddings!
Joshua Tree Micro Wedding Venues and Airbnbs
We have laid out some of the best places to get married in Joshua Tree. As locals, we visit Joshua Tree as often as we can, and we spend a lot of time scouting local hidden gems for our couples. If you are looking for a private location to host your micro wedding, book a call with one of our lead planners for personalized recommendations.
1. Tumbleweed Sanctuary Micro Wedding Venue Joshua Tree
Floor Plan: 3 Spaces: The Garden, the Sanctuary and the Labyrinth
Capacity: 100 guests | Parking up to 75 cars
Price: $7200 for 6 hours of rental
The Tumbleweed Sanctuary in Joshua Tree is a beautiful space, great for micro weddings and larger groups. With boho-chic decorations, vintage furniture and three gorgeous spaces to choose from, the Tumbleweed Sanctuary is perfect. Offering three spaces, the Sanctuary, pictured to the left, and two outdoor venues – the Garden, and the Labyrinth – the Sanctuary has everything you need for the perfect micro wedding.
Amenities
• Vintage Bar Trailer
• Dining Tables (8ft. X 33in.)
• Chairs for Ceremony & Dining
• Sweetheart Table (6ft. X 33in.)
• Cake Table (75in. X 22in.)
• Tall Cocktail Table (8ft. X 22in.)
• DJ Table (6ft X 22.5 in.)
• Day Beds
• ADA Parking
• Lounge Seating and Benches
• Bistro Lighting, LED Candles
Services Offered
• 4 hours of bartending service + cups, napkins, and ice
• Setup/Strike Ceremony Seating
• Setup/Strike Reception Layout
• Venue Staff
• Cleaning and Sanitization
• Trash Removal From Site
• 2 hour ceremony rehearsal period
Why You Should Plan Your Micro Wedding Here: Bar services, air conditioning, no exclusive vendor requirements, only 7 miles to Joshua Tree National Park and 30 miles to Palm Springs. Truly a sanctuary for true love, desert valley views, and good times, get married at the Tumbleweed Sanctuary wedding venue!
2. Rimrock Ranch Joshua Tree Micro Wedding Venue
Floor Plan: Four Cabins, One Lodge, and Multiple Retro Trailers
Capacity: 50 guests
Price: $5,718 for 6 hours of rental
The Joshua Tree Rimrock Ranch wedding venue is perfect for those seeking a luxurious desert wedding reception! The venue is great for groups big and small, and perfect for elegant micro wedding ceremonies! Featuring 36 acres of diverse landscape, four rustic cabins, state of the art trailers, and a serene lodge. An Americana style ranch that’s perfect for friends and family to dance the night away under a sky full of stars, with the cool desert breeze blowing through your hair and Joshua Trees dancing with you!
Amenities
• Onsite lodging
• Wedding Packages
• Multiple reception spaces
Services Offered
• Setup and cleanup
• Event planning
• Parking
• Accommodations
• Lighting and sound
• Event rentals
• Tables, chairs, and linens
Why You Should Plan Your Micro Wedding Here: Unique venue, velvet sunsets, great amenities, affordable, and in the heart of Joshua Tree! The Rimrock Ranch offers a unique wedding experience to all those who dare to dream of desert love and adventure!
3. Two Bunch Palms Resort Micro Wedding Venue
Floor Plan: 67 rooms, 13 suites, 8 ceremony and reception spaces
Capacity: 250 guests
Two Bunch Palms Resort is a boutique hotel in the Desert Hot Springs. With 72 acres of desert landscape, beautiful reception spaces, hot springs to relax, and a spa, Two Bunch Palms comes highly rated – and for good reason. Pictured to the left is a romantic outdoor reception set up from a real wedding! The different spaces include: the Pond, the Labyrinth, the Desert Ruins, the Yoga Dome, the Glass House, the Restaurant and the Amphitheater. The Amphitheater holds the most guests, whereas the Glass House is perfect for a small group – with a capacity of 15. From stunning mountain views and amazing weather, Two Bunch Palms has it all!
Amenities:
• Ceremony Area
• Covered Outdoors Space
• Dressing Room
• Handicap Accessible
• Indoor Event Space
• On-Site Accommodations
• Outdoor Event Space
• Reception Area
• Wireless Internet
Services Offered
• On site staff
• Wedding Packages
• On site Catering
• Wedding Design and Planning
• Rentals and Equipment
• Tents available
Why You Should Plan Your Micro Wedding Here: 8 Elegant ceremony and reception spaces, just a 15 minute drive from Palm Springs International Airport, an oasis of hot springs, locally sourced catering, on site accommodations, sunset views – need I say more?
4. Villa Leche Micro Wedding Venue in Joshua Tree
Floor Plan: 6 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2 living rooms, sleeps 12
Capacity: 75 guests
The Villa Leches wedding venue is a beautiful hill-top estate with panorama views, featuring a pool, a colorful cacti garden, sunny skies and so much more. The villa sleeps 12 people total, however the ceremony and reception spaces fit up to 75 people. There’s a pool, small hill with 280 degree views of the majestic desert landscape, and gorgeous reception spaces, as pictured on the left.
Amenities
• Tables and Chairs
• Wifi, Flat Screen and Apple TV
• Projector, printer and whiteboard
• Kitchen and Coffee
• Outdoor Area
• Parking Space(s)
• Breakout Space
• Wheelchair Accessible
• Outdoor Kitchen
• Pool and Spa
Why You Should Plan Your Micro Wedding Here: Lots of room but still intimate, sunset mountain views, great amenities, pets allowed, large villa with multiple bedrooms and full bathrooms, elegant, great weather, right in the heart of Palm Springs, close to Joshua Tree (30 minute drive).
5. Villa Kuro, Serene Joshua Tree Micro Wedding Venue
Floor Plan: 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms
Capacity: 25 guests
Price: $5010 for 8 hours of rental
The Serene Joshua Tree Hideaway is a grand Joshua Tree, surrounded by boulders and beautiful mountain landscapes. With views of city lights, the open desert, and a 600 square foot garden courtyard, and 1960s mid-century modern furniture – the Villa Kuro has it all! Picture cheering your glasses of champagne on the outdoor patio, taking a dip in the salt water hot tub, and dancing under the stars! Perfect for a micro wedding, this serene desert hideaway is the ultimate Joshua Tree haven!
Amenities
• 270 degree views of the desert, vistas, mountains and city lights
• Unique boulder mountain on the property that sits behind the home
• Desert landscaping with Joshua Trees and native fauna
• Multiple outdoor spaces
• Covered patio
• Centrally located, eleven minute drive to the west entrance of Joshua Tree
• National Park and six minutes to downtown Joshua Tree where all the shops and restaurants are
• Adjacent to thousands of acres of national park land and a 5 minute walk away from a free trailhead owned by the Mojave Land Trust
Why You Should Plan Your Micro Wedding Here: Hammocks for relaxing, starry skies, amazing amenities, fire pit, great security, hot tub and outdoor pool, cozy interior!
6. Cloud Canyon Ranch, Airbnb Joshua Tree Micro Wedding Venue
Floor Plan: 4 bedrooms, 7 beds, 2 bathrooms
Capacity: 30 guests
Price: $3400 for 12 hours of rental | Estimate does not include overnight stay
The Cloud Canyon Ranch Airbnb in Joshua Tree is the ultimate micro wedding venue for those looking to relax under the starry sky and throw an adventurous Spring reception! Surrounded by 1,200 acres of an untouched forest of Joshua Trees, and with 10 acres to its name – this amazing Airbnb is a romantic oasis for the Airbnb wedding of your dreams! Make some memories under the Milky Way or take a dip in the outdoor pool, only at the Cloud Canyon Ranch Wedding Venue!
Amenities
• 10-minute drive from Joshua Tree National Park
• Large oval heated pool & hot tub situated on a 3,000’ deck and surrounded by desert landscape
• Outdoor fire pit for otherworldly stargazing adventures
• Large open-space family area
• Fully-stocked contemporary kitchen, two separate covered outdoor dining areas and propane BBQ grill
• Memory foam mattresses, quality linens & a plethora of fleece blankets
Why You Should Plan Your Micro Wedding Here: Luxurious yet affordable, private yet still open concept, only a 10 minute drive to Joshua Tree National Park, modern elegant interior, amazing mountain valley views! We highly recommend getting married at the Cloud Canyon Ranch in Joshua Tree!
7.Seven Arches: Joshua Tree Airbnb Micro Wedding Venue
Floor Plan: 4 bedrooms, 4 beds, 2 baths
Capacity: 35 guests
Price: $8000
The Seven Arches Airbnb wedding venue in Joshua Tree is perfect for those planning a boho chic micro wedding! Spend a night in this gorgeous 7 arch Airbnb, complete with a hot tub, tons of natural light, golden sunset views, with golden sunset views and only a 25 minute drive from Joshua Tree National Park. The Seven Arches Airbnb is all you need to throw the greatest Joshua Tree Micro Wedding!
Amenities
• Cool Dip Cowboy Tub and Hot tub
• Propane fire pit, propane BBQ
• Outdoor dining space, outdoor fridge
• Hammocks
• Heat/AC
• Coffee, public goods products
• Sonos speakers for music
• Corn hole
Why You Should Plan Your Micro Wedding Here: Gorgeous interior, open concept boho minimalism, romantic setting, only 25 minutes from Joshua Tree national park, amazing amenities and so much more!
8. Desert Way Ranch, Joshua Tree Micro Wedding Venue
Floor Plan: 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms
Capacity: 75 people
The Desert Way Ranch in Joshua Tree is a stunning hidden desert oasis, found right in the heart of Joshua Tree National Park. With 2.5 acres of secluded land, this two bedroom luxury Airbnb combines the beauty of Joshua Tree national park, with the magic of Mojave. The Desert Way Ranch has hosted many micro weddings in Joshua Tree, and has everything you need for the perfect summer reception!
Amenities
• 9 foot cowboy pool
• Two Boho-Chic Modern Recreational Vehicles
• Stage
• Three fire pits
• Outdoor Beds
• Add-on Private Chef
Why You Should Plan Your Micro Wedding Here: Great amenities, desert ambience, an outdoor pool, secluded, wide open skies – ultimately the perfect destination to release yourself from both time and space, we invite to join us in living the Desert Way.
9. Rare Luxury Yucca Valley Retreat with Pool, Joshua Tree Micro Wedding Venue
Floor Plan: 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms
Capacity: 30 guests
This Rare Luxury Yucca Valley Retreat in Joshua Tree is a modern micro wedding venue, perfect for those seeking a serene desert adventure for their wedding day! Spend a night under the stars, take a dip in the pool, dance around a bonfire, and surround yourself with the beautiful desert wildlife. The Yucca Valley Luxury Retreat is perfect for an intimate Joshua Tree micro wedding!
Amenities
• 10-minute drive from Joshua Tree National Park
• Large oval heated pool & hot tub situated on a 3,000’ deck and surrounded by desert landscape
• Outdoor fire pit for otherworldly stargazing adventures
• Large open-space family area
• Fully-stocked contemporary kitchen, two separate covered outdoor dining areas and propane BBQ grill
• Memory foam mattresses, quality linens & a plethora of fleece blankets
Why You Should Plan Your Micro Wedding Here: Large interior, lots of sunlight, secluded with views of mountains and the desert landscape, open concept, high guest count, and a great location – right by Joshua Tree National Park!
10. Neutrahome Modern Desert Retreat, Joshua Tree Micro Wedding Venue
Floor Plan: 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms
Capacity: 12 people | Max Capacity is 20 people
Price: $4140 for 12 hours of rental
The Neutrahome Modern Desert Retreat is a great Micro Wedding Airbnb for those looking to reunite with nature and have a Joshua Tree adventure. With an elegant home that faces boulders, mountain landscapes and colorful – this Airbnb wedding venue is one of a kind! Featuring floor to ceiling glass walls, a luxe interior, and points of minimalism – embrace the serene desert life and throw the perfect micro wedding at the Neutrahome Airbnb in Joshua Tree! .
Amenities:
• Kitchen With All New Appliances
• Floor to Ceiling Windows and Folding/Sliding Glass Doors Exterior is White
• Cinderblock, Metal, and Glass Large Courtyard Between Structures
•Premium 65 Inch Samsung QLED Flat Screen Smart TV (Netflix included)
• Full AC/Heat Hi-Speed WiFi (940Mbps Spectrum)
Why You Should Plan Your Micro Wedding Here: Lots of room, secluded with open skies, close to Joshua Tree National Park, affordable, colorful interior, and surrounded by desert wildlife!
Do I need a permit for a wedding at Joshua Tree National Park?
If you are planning a wedding in Joshua Tree National Park, you will need a special use permit. The cost of a wedding permit application is $120 and it is non refundable. The Joshua Tree National Park Service permit office hours are Monday – Friday 7:30AM – 3:30PM. The National Park Service also has a list of non-permit days to pay attention to.
You can also apply for permits by filling out the application forms on the Joshua Tree National Park service website. Keep in mind, your photographer, videographer, and caterer(s), will need a separate Special Use Permit ($120) for themselves as well. Although the costs may add up, without a permit, there is a $500 citation fine, so keep this in mind when planning your wedding!
While acquiring permits is a very easy process, it’s also a slow one, so be sure to allow about a month from application to receive your permit.
Questions to ask your host if you’re planning an Airbnb Wedding
Here are some questions you may want to ask your property host about, prior to holding your micro wedding there!
- Is the property handicap accessible?
- Does your area require any special permits?
- Are there any extra fees to host your wedding?
- Is there running water? Are there enough restrooms for your guest count? Keep in mind that older properties may have older pipes – this could result in sewage backups, so its always a good idea to check in with your host beforehand.
- Can the kitchen accommodate catering staff? How big is the refrigerator, will it work as a storage space for our catering?
- Can you move inside if the weather is bad?
- What is the parking situation like? Are there Ubers in the area and is your property easily accessible if arranging transportation around the area?
- How will trash be disposed of?
- Are there any limitations on volume? When are your quiet hours?
- Do they have any recommendations for photos?
- Do you offer seating options or seating arrangements? Some Airbnbs will offer special outdoor seating for ceremonies. Be aware that if your venue does not provide seating complimentarily, you will need to bring your own rentals.
- What dish ware/utensils do they have available? – If you don’t like theirs, consider bringing your own!
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