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Get Married at Mendocino Headlands State Park, Cypress Grove Self-Book Venue Guide
Here's exactly how to get your permit, what it costs, and what to expect, from the Our Little Wedding team.
Mendocino · Self-Book Venue Guide
Can you get married at Mendocino Headlands State Park, Cypress Grove?
Yes. A Mendocino Headlands State Park, Cypress Grove micro wedding is one of the most rewarding self-book ceremonies in Mendocino, you handle the permit, and the setting does the rest. Capacity is up to 50 guests.
Mendocino is small. Restaurant reservations for a party of 20+ should be made months in advance.
In brief
Mendocino Headlands State Park, Cypress Grove micro wedding: book it yourself with a permit, keep it to 50 guests or fewer, and bring everything in. We can coordinate the permit, the vendors, and your day if you’d like a hand.
The Details
What to know
Capacity
Up to 50
Guests for an intimate ceremony at Mendocino Headlands State Park, Cypress Grove. We usually recommend 20–30 for the best experience in this kind of setting.
How to book
Permit required
The Headlands are state park land, so contact CA State Parks Mendocino District for a Special Event Permit: (707) 937-5804.
Good to know
Bring it in
Mendocino is small. Restaurant reservations for a party of 20+ should be made months in advance.
Ceremony spaces
On the land
No structures on the Headlands. Ceremonies face the ocean with the town of Mendocino visible across the bay.
How to book
How to book Mendocino Headlands State Park, Cypress Grove for your ceremony
The exact process, sourced from the permit office and verified by our team.
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Step 1
The Headlands are state park land, so contact CA State Parks Mendocino District for a Special Event Permit: (707) 937-5804.
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Step 2
No structures on the Headlands. Ceremonies face the ocean with the town of Mendocino visible across the bay.
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Step 3
Parking is at the Headlands parking area off Main St. Limited; plan a shuttle for groups over 20.
Why this venue
What makes Mendocino Headlands State Park, Cypress Grove worth the drive
The timing here is weather-dependent. Morning fog is beautiful; midday can be windy. Build buffer into your plan.
Mendocino is a 3-hour drive from SF. Many couples turn this into a weekend getaway, and the town has wonderful inns.
From the Team
Things the permit office won’t tell you
OLW tip
The timing here is weather-dependent. Morning fog is beautiful; midday can be windy. Build buffer into your plan.
OLW tip
Mendocino is a 3-hour drive from SF. Many couples turn this into a weekend getaway, and the town has wonderful inns.
Where to go for dinner after
A couple of favorites near Mendocino Headlands State Park, Cypress Grove for celebrating once the ceremony’s done.
Café Beaujolais
Mendocino's most beloved restaurant, with private dining room for groups
5 min walk from Headlands parking
The Ravens Restaurant
Stanford Inn, organic garden-to-table, private event space
10 min drive
Real Weddings
Couples who got married in Mendocino
Real weddings Our Little Wedding planned in Mendocino.
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Questions
Mendocino Headlands State Park, Cypress Grove wedding questions, answered
Do I need a permit to get married at Mendocino Headlands State Park, Cypress Grove?
Yes. The Headlands are state park land, so contact CA State Parks Mendocino District for a Special Event Permit: (707) 937-5804. The Headlands are state park land, so contact CA State Parks Mendocino District for a Special Event Permit: (707) 937-5804.
How many guests can I have at Mendocino Headlands State Park, Cypress Grove?
Mendocino Headlands State Park, Cypress Grove accommodates up to 50 guests for a ceremony. Our Little Wedding recommends keeping it at or under 50 for a comfortable, intimate micro wedding at this site.
How far in advance do I need to book Mendocino Headlands State Park, Cypress Grove?
The Headlands are state park land, so contact CA State Parks Mendocino District for a Special Event Permit: (707) 937-5804. We recommend starting the process at least 6–8 weeks before your date, or earlier for peak summer weekends.
What can I bring to Mendocino Headlands State Park, Cypress Grove, chairs, decor, flowers?
Mendocino is small. Restaurant reservations for a party of 20+ should be made months in advance. Check with the permit office for the current list of allowed and prohibited items for your specific date and location.
You found the spot. Now let's make it happen.
Want us to coordinate the permit, vendors, and your day?
Our packages start at $4,500 for up to 10 guests. You make the calls, venue, photographer, caterer. We coordinate everything else, from the paperwork to the walk-through.
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