The Columbia Gorge Sternwheeler, offering Sightseeing, Lunch, Brunch, and Dinner Cruises on the Columbia River

Your Wedding in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area

Beautiful settings for your wedding day. Nature's gift for the bride and groom.

From an intimate celebration to a private wedding cruise for 300 guests, we will help you create a most memorable occasion for your special day. You can choose an outdoor ceremony in Marine Park at river's edge, or Thunder Island for a private island wedding. Imagine a wedding cruise on the Sternwheeler Columbia Gorge cruising in the Columbia River Gorge. A wheelhouse wedding performed by the captain is a romantic option for just the two of you.

©Leah Hedberg Photography
Photo by Leah Hedberg

©Leah Hedberg Photography

Unique Settings For Any Event
Wedding Ceremony
Receptions
Commitment Ceremonies
Rehearsal Dinner
Bridemaids' Champagne Brunch
Bridal Showers
Entertaining Out-of-Town Guests
Post Wedding Family Brunch
Anniversary Parties

Columbia Gorge Ceremony

One of our riverboat captains will perform your ceremony on board the Sternwheeler, on Thunder Island, or at river’s edge in Marine Park.

Wheelhouse Wedding

Two to twelve guests, available on any scheduled cruise.

Groups on board the Sternwheeler

Group rates are available for parties of 15 or more on any scheduled cruise. This is a great option for your rehearsal dinner or for small weddings.
Sternwheeler Private Cruise Rental • One level rental available during regular scheduled cruises.
• Full boat charter available at any time. Maximum 200 guests for meal seating.

Wedding Packages

• Call 800.643.1354 and ask about our special wedding package including the Columbia Gorge Sternwheeler and/or Thunder Island Marine Park.

Thunder Island, Marine Park, and The Gorge Pavilion Please call for rates for Thunder Island, Marine Park, and the Gorge Pavilion in Marine Park

Ask about our park rental in conjunction with boat cruise option. Prices vary.
Complete food and beverage service is available on board the Sternwheeler and in Marine Park.

Full service beverage bar available. Bar set-up included with Sternwheeler group and private rental rates. Additional charges apply to Marine Park cash bar set-up. You may host all or part of the beverages or have available as cash bar. Beverage packages available.
Private use menu options. Salmon bake in the park, hors d'oeuvre to full buffet range - please call
Entertainment options. Such as DJ service and magicians.

Free parking in Marine Park.

We also host weddings on board the Portland Spirit, Willamette Star and Crystal Dolphin vessels out of Portland, Oregon.