Budget Locations

Say I do without a huge venue cost. Choose the scenic outdoors, a unique adventure, or inside under AC.

Prescott Lakes

These lakes all have stunning views that would make a perfect backdrop to your photos. Choose from a multitude of scenic vistas. Are you an adventurous couple? Rent/bring a kayak, canoe, or a double paddle boat... say your vows out on the water! Watercraft rental is $20-25 hr and you can do it at all the lakes except Lynx and Fain. Parking at the lakes has a $3 parking fee, $0 on Wednesdays

Rentals: https://prescottoutdoors.com/

Goldwater Lake: Beautiful rich forest setting with private picnic areas nestled in the trees.
Watson Lake: Awe-inspiring rock formations and quite a bit of trees make for beautifully unique backdrops.
Willow Creek (Lake) Reservoir: From rock formations, to marshland, this lake boasts a large bird population and beautiful sunny open views.

At Home

Set up inside or outside, you could even use a friends or family's home if preferable. Great thing is you got a kitchen, bathroom, and can celebrate in the same place as you say your vows! This location is a super flexible as you make the rules!

At a Restaurant

Do you love going out to restaurants with your loved ones and sit around the table? Why not reserve a table, show up to eat, stand up and say your vows, then sit down to your favorite food and companionship? Make sure to clear ahead with the location. Skip the banquet room rental and consider a regular outside table if available.

At a Bar

Drinks are on everyone else! Say I do at your favorite local spot where the party never stops. Make sure to clear ahead with the location.

At the Library

Their are some areas that are free and some you can rent. Check with your local librarian for more details.

In a Cave

Get married underground by romantic lighting. Flagstaff is home to Lava River Cave, a mile long lava tube. This adventurous nuptial will keep everyone cool in the summer with temperatures year around between 35° and 45° Fahrenheit! https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/coconino/recarea/?recid=55122

Prescott Valley Parks

Mountain Valley Splash Park: Love to swim? Want to take that leap of faith? Say your vows and then jump in the water? Even better, say them while your swimming! $2 a person to get in.
Fain Park: This cute little lake has a multitude of scenic backdrops. There is a dam overlook, a dock, a footbridge, a creek, a field, and some beautiful old trees to stand under. $0
Urban Forest Lakes Park: Complete with a pond, ducks, nighttime lit fountain, grassy areas, and trees. $0

Prescott Parks

A.C. Williams Granite Creek Park boasts grassy areas, big trees, and a creek as a backdrop. $0
Vista Park has expansive views of Willow and Watson Lakes with hiking trails and even petroglyphs! $0
Thumb Butte Recreation Area has amazing views and hiking trails. $5 parking fee, $0 on Wednesdays
Prescott Courthouse Plaza Say your vows with a beautiful fountain as your backdrop or up in the gazebo. Their is always plenty of folks around to cheer you on and Whisky Row with it's unique bars and restaurants to celebrate in on the adjacent streets. (No reservations or decorations.)

Prescott Campgrounds

Park in the day use area $0 and hike into your favorite vista or if you want to reserve a campsite it is only $10-28.

White Spar Campground
Lynx Campground
Hilltop Campground
Enchanted Forest Campground

Mingus Mountain Area

From scenic vistas, campgrounds, and picnic areas this beautiful forested mountain has great views to create the perfect setting. $0 day parking, $10-14 for a campsite.

Sedona

Want to enhance the energy of your ceremony? Try a Vortex! https://thesanctuaryatsacredmesa.com/a-guide-to-the-sedona-vortexes/
Or feel the spirituality around you at peace park, featuring Buddhist stupas, a Native American medicine wheel, statues, prayer flags and numerous quiet spots for meditation and quiet contemplation. You will experience peace in a quiet, sacred setting. This one will need to be a very quite ceremony.