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Alta’s Rustler Lodge is one of the most classic mountain wedding venues in Utah. Ceremonies on the lawn have evergreen trees & hills in the background. Receptions are room with dark wood paneling, large windows, and balconies.

The venue offers the ability to buy out the lodge, allowing a full-weekend family/friend reunion. You’re surrounded by peaks, wildflowers in summer, and dramatic terrain in every direction. Because guests stay on-site and the lodge can be fully reserved, the day naturally slows down. People linger on patios, gather around fireplaces, and the wedding feels immersive instead of scheduled.

Alta Rustler Lodge Seasonal Availability

You choose between a Friday or Saturday wedding. Or a Friday and Saturday buyout. Weddings are typically held during the summer alpine season (mid-summer through early fall) when Little Cottonwood Canyon is snow-free and accessible for guests.

Alta Rustler Lodge Location: 

Located at Alta Ski Area in Little Cottonwood Canyon, about 30–40 minutes from Salt Lake City.

Alta Rustler Lodge Cost:

Friday or Saturday Wedding – $15,000

Weekend Buyout – $25,000

The rental fee includes:

• On-site coordinator, staff, and setup & teardown
• Complete exclusivity of the lodge
• Two changing rooms
• Complimentary wedding night suite
• Arbor, white folding chairs, and dance floor
• Indoor & outdoor facilities, including a heated outdoor pool and jacuzzi, steam room, and sauna
  

Alta Rustler Lodge Capacity:

The venue can accommodate a maximum of 180 guests.  For sit-down dinners we will serve 120 guests and anything above will be buffet.

Alta Rustler Lodge Ceremony Site:

Most ceremonies are on an outdoor lawn ceremony overlooking the mountains. The landscaped lawn has a wildflower gardens and a waterfall. The venues provides white lawn chairs. 

Alta Rustler Lodge Reception Site:

There are several spaces available for receptions, both indoor and outdoor. 

• Rustler Dining Room – 1,600-square-foot space for dining and dancing
• Eagle’s Nest – 1200-square-foot bar and lounge with unsurpassed mountain views, cozy couches, high-top tables, and a 360 fireplace
• Cocktail Patio – This space is ideal for cocktail hour and hor d’oeuvre service. Or a rehearsal dinner. 
  

Alta Rustler Lodge Wedding Getting Ready Location:

Private on-site rooms and suites allow both partners to get ready at the lodge without transportation logistics.

Alta Rustler Lodge Set Up Time:

The venue handles all staffing for event set-up and breakdown of tables, chairs, silver, china, glassware, and house linens.

Alta Rustler Lodge Vendor Flexibility:

Food and bar service are handled in-house, but outside vendors like photography, florals, and music are allowed.

Alta Rustler Lodge Venue Coordinator:

The Rustler will have a wedding coordinator on the premises to assist with any venue questions. They recommend you hire a professional wedding planner.

Alta Rustler Lodge Food & Alcohol:

Catering Options:

The lodge offers plated and buffet service styles with traditional wedding dinner menus. There will be no outside food brought on our premises. Their chefs are willing to accommodate dietary preferences and provide a menu that meets your vision.

Alcohol Options:

All beer, wine, and liquor must be purchased through the Rustler lodge. Prices are per drink.

Alta Rustler Lodge Parking:

On-site parking is available, though canyon driving conditions should be considered depending on season.

Alta Rustler Lodge Lodging:

Guests can stay directly at the lodge, making the wedding feel like a destination weekend. Room minimum requirement depending on package purchased. There are 60 rooms total. 30 room requirement upon booking. And the couple has a complimentary wedding night suite. 

Alta Rustler Lodge Pet Policy:

They cannot accommodate pets. Per the Town of Alta’s ordinance, it is “unlawful to bring a dog within the boundaries of the Town, whether in a motor vehicle or otherwise.”

Alta Rustler Lodge Upsides:

Feels intimate and immersive since everyone stays in one place and the mountains are immediately outside.

Alta Rustler Lodge Downsides:

Less flexibility and higher overall cost due to lodging and required in-house services.

Alta Rustler Lodge Where to Reserve:

Contact Alta’s Rustler Lodge directly through their website to inquire about wedding dates and packages.

https://www.rustlerlodge.com/weddings.php

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