Will there be any event the night before the wedding?
YES! See the home page for details of our Welcome Party on Friday 9.26.25 evening, located in the Astoria & Library Rooms by the Showbar inside Revolution Hall in Portland! Address on home page with important parking instructions.
Where can I park for the welcome party (night before)?
Parking in the main lot on the south side of the building is available starting at 6pm (prior to 6pm may be towed) and costs $10 (subject to change).
OR Street parking east of 15th Street is unmetered/free.
*If you see a Parking Kitty sign, you’ll need to use the Parking Kitty app to pay.*
Where is the wedding?
Cape Horn Estates in Stevenson, Washington. The address is
81 Woodard Creek Rd, Skamania, WA, 98648. PLEASE BELOW FOR PARKING AND BUS INFO.
Will The Venue Have Parking? Where?
Yes, but please read this important info!
CAPE HORN ESTATE VENUE PARK (the lot down BELOW the venue). DO NOT PARK in the main upper main lot.
*Entrance is from Hwy 14, right before the Skamania General Store. Go past the Skamania General Store and take a right into the Cape Horn Estate Venue Park. There will be a sign at the entrance with balloons!
Handicap or those with mobility limitations may be dropped off at the main entrance in the upper lot, but the car must then be parked in the lower lot.
Will there be transportation to the wedding venue?
We will be providing two busses for pick up and drop off for the wedding day; SEE THE TRAVEL SECTION and Home Page:)
Are the ceremony and reception at the same venue?
Yep!
What time should I arrive for the ceremony?
We recommend arriving about 30 minutes before the ceremony begins. This will give you plenty of time to find parking, get settled, and enjoy the moment before everything starts. We can't wait to celebrate with you!
Are the ceremony and reception indoor or outdoor?
Both the ceremony and reception are outdoors, weather permitting.
Can I bring my children?
We respectfully request no children at the wedding.
Can I bring a Plus One?
We will only be able to accommodate those listed on your invitation. If you have any questions, please reach out.
What is the dress code?
Semi-formal cocktail attire! No jeans plz! The bridesmaids will be wearing brown! Please check the weather in Stevenson, WA and consider bring outerwear if it is chilly!
Is the venue heel-friendly? What kind of shoes should I wear?
The ceremony and dinner are on grass; the dance floor and walkways are concrete. Stilettos might sink into the grass (depending on ground conditions), so wedges, block heels, or flats might be a safer bet.
The venue's website gallery is linked here:
https://capehornestate.com/stevenson-45-minutes-from-portland-or-cape-horn-estate-and-venue-in-the-columbia-gorge-gallery
Can we take pictures during the wedding?
We kindly ask that you keep phones and cameras away during the ceremony so everyone can be fully present. Our photographer will be capturing all the special moments :) After the ceremony, feel free to take as many photos as you’d like!!
Will there be dinner and drinks served?
OF COURSE! Dinner will be buffet style. The caterer will have the food well labeled for those with dietary restrictions. There will be N/A drinks, wine, beer, and 3 signature cocktails
Where should I fly into?
Portland International Airport (PDX). Wedding venue is 40 minutes from PDX.
Should I rent a car?
Optional! If you stay in Portland, there are plenty of ride share options like Lyft/Uber. We will provide shuttle transit from a designated pickup spot in Portland to the wedding venue. However, if you are staying near the wedding venue there is no public transit, and car rental is needed.
Where should I stay?
AREAS: Portland (40 min from venue), Stevenson (where the venue is), Cascade Locks (14 min away from venue), or Hood River (30 min from venue. 1 hour from Portland). If you are looking for more activities then top choices are Portland or Hood River.
SEE TRAVEL FOR SPECIFIC LODGING RECOMMENDATIONS, though there are MANY options and hotels in downtown Portland.
What hotels do you recommend?
See the travel section!!
Depends when you decide to stay!
Anywhere in Portland (see article for recs; https://www.pdxmonthly.com/travel-and-outdoors/2024/01/best-staycations-portland-hotels ). However if wanting close to venue,
Skamania Lodge in Stevenson OR Best Western Plus Columbia River Inn in Cascade Locks. Both are ~15 minutes away from the venue.
There are several hotels in Hood River ~ 30 min from venue.
Can I bring a service animal?
The venue prohibits animals like dogs, cats, falcons, pet iguanas etc
When should I RSVP by?
August 24, 2025! The RSVP window is now closed.