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About Los Verdes Golf Course Weddings

Perched on top of a hill overlooking the grand Pacific, Los Verdes Golf Course is one of the most spectacular seaside wedding destinations in all of California. Couples that choose to wed here are immersed in idyllic beauty and country club luxury from the beginning of the day until the starlit evening. Wedding parties and guests enter on a private circular driveway and through  a pair of substantial wrought-iron gates to Catalina Terrace, lined by pine trees and the glass doors of the Vista Ballroom.

This venue has a newly constructed bridal suite, so you can relax, be pampered, and make memories together with your wedding party as you await your wedding ceremony.

Wedding Ceremony at the Los Verdes Golf Course

You have three choices of ceremony sites to say “I do.” You are welcome to host your ceremony on the lovely Catalina Terrace, with its tiled floors and enclosed wrought-iron fence. It’s a private, elegant spot to say your vows. Or you and your guests can move to either the tenth or eleventh tee boxes for your ceremony, both of which boast spectacular ocean views. There’s nothing in the world like merging your lives in the cool ocean breeze amid swaying palm trees, overlooking the crashing waves of the Pacific.

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At the golf course, you can choose to host your wedding reception outdoors on the terrace, in view of the setting sun, and dance the night away to the magical roar of the ocean under twinkling fairy lights. Or you can move the party indoors to the spacious and elegant Vista Ballroom, with two walls of floor-to-ceiling windows that preserve the spectacular views of the golf course oasis and ocean beyond. The ballroom is fully outfitted with a dance floor, stage, and audio equipment, and rows of drum chandeliers and gold cane seating provide the extra touches of opulence to a make the evening a fine affair.

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Before the magical evening ends, be sure to take some nighttime photography, with any of the course’s lovely scenery as a backdrop. Whether by an ethereal fountain, on the pristine tiled Catalina Terrace, or under a grand oak tree at twilight, your wedding photography at Los Verdes Golf Course will be positively sumptuous.

We at Lin and Jirsa Wedding Photography would be honored to capture every moment and emotion of your day, big and small, posed and candid. We tell love stories through photographs and video, and we create photo heirlooms that you’ll treasure for a lifetime. Click here to learn why couples love to choose one company to meet both their photography and videography needs.

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FAQ

Which caterer can we choose to cater our wedding?

This venue requests that you use their excellent on-site caterer. You will be able to choose from a pre-existing menu or customize your own meal.

How many guests can this venue accommodate? 

For both ceremony and reception, this venue can accommodate up to 350 guests.

Does the venue have WiFi?

Yes, complimentary WiFi is available at this venue.

Los Verdes Golf Course is located at 7000 Los Verdes Dr, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275.

From Behind the Lens

What we love about shooting
at Los Verdes Golf Course.

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Golden Hour Over the Pacific
Los Verdes' hilltop elevation and westward-facing ceremony sites offer unobstructed views of the Pacific at sunset—a rare luxury in Southern California venues. We capture bride and groom silhouettes against that endless ocean backdrop, with natural backlighting that requires zero artificial fill.
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Pine Tree Cathedral Effect
The approach through towering pines lining Catalina Terrace creates natural framing and dappled light patterns perfect for processional moments and garden-style portraits. These mature trees act as natural scrims, softening harsh midday sun and adding dimension to every frame.
Glass Ballroom + Twilight Magic
The Vista Ballroom's extensive glass architecture means we photograph receptions bathed in ambient natural light well into evening, capturing the venue's elegant interior details without heavy flash reliance. The transition from golden hour to starlit ambiance happens seamlessly here.
Common Questions

What couples typically ask.

What's the best time of day to get married here for photography?
We recommend a 4:00–4:30 PM ceremony to capitalize on that iconic Pacific golden hour. This timing gives us golden light for the full ceremony, perfect for courtyard portraits during cocktail hour, and allows the reception to flow into twilight with the glass ballroom glowing naturally. Evening receptions here are especially stunning—the ocean views frame beautifully against darkening skies.
Where should we plan for couple portraits?
The wrought-iron gates entry and pine-lined Catalina Terrace are Instagram-gold, but don't overlook the open fairways on the course itself—they offer expansive backdrops with the ocean in the distance. We also love the glass exterior of the Vista Ballroom for architectural detail shots. Scout these spots during your walk-through; the light direction changes dramatically depending on your ceremony time.
How does the new bridal suite work for getting-ready photography?
The newly constructed suite is a photographer's dream—it features generous windows, modern finishes, and logical flow for documenting the full preparation sequence. We typically dedicate 60–90 minutes to getting-ready here, capturing details against clean backdrops and natural window light without competing with too many busy patterns or dark shadows.
What makes Los Verdes different from other coastal Southern California venues?
Most seaside venues force you to choose: either dramatic cliffs with difficult light, or protected spaces with no ocean views. Los Verdes gives you both—hilltop elevation, unobstructed Pacific panoramas, AND refined indoor/outdoor ceremony flexibility. The country club setting also means sophisticated architecture and manicured grounds that elevate every frame, not generic beach aesthetics.
Is there adequate space and parking for our photographer and videographer to work efficiently?
Yes. The private circular driveway and grounds are spacious with dedicated vendor parking areas. We can position ourselves strategically during the ceremony without feeling cramped, and there's room to stage group photos and couple portraits without guests constantly walking through our sight lines. We always confirm logistics with the venue coordinator during our pre-wedding consultation.
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Photographing weddings at
Los Verdes Golf Course.

Lin & Jirsa has spent over 15 years documenting weddings across Southern California. If you're planning your day at Los Verdes Golf Course, we'd love to share our experience with the venue and put together coverage that fits your celebration.

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