weddings at north bend

North Bend State Park is a great location to start your new life together. The outdoor scenic locations make a great backdrop for your special day.

Whether you reside locally and are looking for that special spot close to home or you reside far away and are looking for a destination wedding, North Bend is here to write the first chapter in your new journey together as man and wife.

Outdoor weddings require extra planning as there are many additional factors to consider.

Take a look and familiarize yourself with their facility and options and when you’re ready, Kristi is available to answer all your questions and more at 304.643.2931, ext. 304 or northbendsp@wv.gov.

your wedding your way!

North Bend offers weddings both in the State Park as well as on the North Bend Rail Trail! A variety of options are available for catering, accommodations, ceremony location, rental items as well as carriage rides. Check out each of the categories below

catering

North Bend Restaurant operates the concession at North Bend State Park.

The restaurant and its staff are available to cater your special day with a beautiful wedding reception to fit any taste and any budget.

Call for your catering packet today at 304.643.2931.

They can even cater your rehearsal dinner, bridal luncheon and farewell breakfast!

See additional information on catering below.

rental items

• Folding Chairs ~ $1 each (must rent groups of 25)

• Folding Tables ~ $6 each (six foot)

• White Tent ~ $150 (20’ x 40’, no sides)

• White Linen Tablecloths ~ $6 each (52” x 114”)

• 2,000 Watt Generator ~ $45 (includes one tank of gas)

Rental items dropped off at chosen location for placement by wedding party. Rates are per day.

Due to high cost of set up, no refunds given without 14 days prior notice.

All prices subject to 6 % sales tax.

Hardley Able Carriage Company

The Hardley Able Carriage Company is happy to provide transportation for the bridal party or guests anywhere in the park.

You may even decorate the carriage to match your weddings color scheme.

A special rate may be arranged by contacting John Smith at 304.869.3051.

accommodations

North Bend offers a 29-room lodge, 9 deluxe cabins and 77 campsites. Rooms and cabins can be blocked off for your guests and have a two-night minimum stay on weekends.

From the second Monday in June until the second Monday in August, cabins must be rented by the week on a Monday-to-Monday basis.

Reservations for park facilities may be made at 8 a.m. the first day of the month you wish to book, two years in advance. For example, reservations for October 31, 2023 may be made at 8 a.m. on October 1, 2021.

Reservations for 15 or more rooms may be made three years in advance. Campsites may be reserved at www.northbendsp.com

ceremony sites

North Bend State Park has beautiful outdoor sites from which to pick for your wedding including three shelters and an amphitheater. Turner Gazebo, along the North Bend Rail Trail, is also available for your outdoor ceremony. Picnic tables under the shelter may be removed and replaced for an additional $50 fee. If tables are removed by the wedding party and not replaced, the fee will be charged. With the rental of Shelter #3 and catering of $1,000 or more the shelter fee is waived for that day. All rates are subject to a 6 % sales tax. All rates subject to change.

Shelter # 4 ~ $350.00 ~ State Park - THIS SHELTER IS BRAND NEW TO THE STATE PARK!

• One section: approximately 61’ x 35’

• Accommodates up to 100 people.

• Within walking distance from the Lodge

• Ample parking

Additional Information

• North Bend State Park does not provide changing areas for the bridal party. Rooms and cabins may be rented for the weekend to provide changing areas.

• The State Park is open to the public from 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. All non-registered guests will be asked to leave the park at 10 p.m. All guests must be out of the gazebo, shelters, amphitheater and conference rooms by 10:00 p.m.

• Shelter rentals are from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Be sure to allow clean up time prior to 10 p.m. There is a $200.00 extra charge for each half hour the shelter is occupied after 10 p.m.

• A deposit of half the catering fee is due two weeks prior to the event with the second half due the day of the event.

• All food and beverages must be provided by the North Bend Restaurant in the Lodge conference rooms and deck. Only exception is wedding cake and alcoholic beverages.

• A contract must be signed for shelter rentals and a driver’s license must be left when picking up the keys for Shelter #4.

• There is a fee for picnic tables not returned to the shelter.

• If you are considering a wedding at Turner Gazebo, please remember NO motorized vehicles permitted on North Bend Rail Trail.

• There is not parking on game courts. Parking areas and park roads cannot be blocked to the public.

• When you reserve a shelter, you are reserving just the shelter. Lawn areas are open to the public.

• Consider renting your venue the day before for rehearsal and the day after to clean up.

• Consumption of alcoholic beverages in public areas are forbidden by state law. Confine such beverages to the shelter.

• No refunds due to inclement weather. Be sure to make rain plans.

• Individuals and/or groups bringing in outside vendors (decorators, photographers, bands, D.J.’s etc.) are responsible for said vendors. Any expenses incurred by said vendors (special request, damages, etc.) are the responsibility of the individual and/or group. A list of local vendors is available upon request.

• Decorations will be permitted if no physical damage is incurred and the decorations are removed at the conclusion of the activity. Under no circumstances are items to be nailed, pinned or stapled to any tree, park sign or structure. Guests are responsible for cleanup and removal of decorations from all rental facilities. A minimum of a $250.00 fee will be assessed if damage occurs or extensive debris is left for cleanup.

• Tables and chairs are only provided in conference rooms. Picnic tables are provided at the shelters. Tables and chairs are available at the shelters for an additional fee.

• Rental items will be dropped off at your location. You will need to place the items where you want them. Rates are per day.

• Due to the high cost of set up, no refunds will be given without a 14-day prior notice on rental items.

• The Park assumes no responsibility for any personal property, which may become lost of stolen.

• All displays, exhibits, decorations, signs, banners, posters, directional signs and any other items must conform to the rules and regulations of the West Virginia State Park Building Code and Fire Ordinance and should be free-standing without attachments to walls, ceilings or floors. Decorations are the responsibility of the group.

• Park signs must remain free of any temporary signage.

• North Bend State Park is responsible solely for the rental of facilities.

• Wedding coordination services or onsite support on the wedding day is unavailable.

  catering

• The serving staff will be dressed in black.

• White linens will be used on food service tables.

• A parking space must be reserved for catering vehicle.

• Know your guests and order for them, not yourself.

• When it comes to entrees, less is more. One or two selections will be adequate for most events. You will want to make sure there are enough variations between your items to appease all of your guests. The general rule is to offer one poultry selection and one additional protein selection. The only time we would suggest a third option would be in the case of special dietary needs such as vegan or vegetarian.

• All meals should include one starch side and one vegetable side. Keep in mind corn and beans are both starches and macaroni and cheese is not a vegetable. Do not go add too many side dishes. Keeping choices simple and quantities plentiful is the key to a successful buffet.

• Create a clear flow pattern for your buffet.

• Give yourself time to set up before guests enter the service area.

• We require a confirmation of guaranteed attendance at least 14 days in advance for all functions. Your bill will be based on this guaranteed number, plus any changes over and above this number. In the event you exceed your guarantee, our kitchen will make every effort to duplicate your menu. In the event this cannot be completed, an alternate menu will be provided, along with a 20 percent additional fee. If cancellation is necessary, the Park should be notified 30 days prior to the event. Otherwise, a charge equal to 20 percent of the established guarantee will be applied. We require your menu and arrangements be finalized two weeks prior to the date of your function. If no guarantee is received, we will assume the guarantee of the last number given to your catering representative.