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California’s wedding venues are legendary, bringing forth visions of seaside celebrations, golden rolling hills, and charming wineries. San Diego is a fan favorite for laid back beachy bashes, the Los Angeles area draws both the glam and trendsetting crowds, and the Bay Area is a go-to for elegant affairs in natural settings. But what about the 400 miles in between northern and southern California?  Central California is home to a wealth of wedding venues ranging from wineries in Paso Robles to oceanfront hotels in Big Sur to hidden amphitheaters in the Santa Cruz mountains. Today we’re exploring everything in between the west coast’s biggest cities, so come along as we uncover central California’s most beautiful wedding venues. Reporter: Heather Ash

Though you’re just a couple hours north of LA in San Luis Obispo County, it feels like you’ve left urban chaos and entered some alternate universe where wandering through walnut groves, apple orchards and malbec vines is all just part of a normal day. The scenery here is stunning, marked by rolling meadows and distant mountains, and you’ll find there’s a number of incredible local wineries and hidden vineyards in the mix. This guide takes you through the best of the wedding sites we know, including private estates, sprawling ranches and rustic barns. Whether you’re planning a secret garden wedding with a tiny guest list or a big soiree that requires a mix of indoor and outdoor space, we’ve got your SLO wedding venue sorted. Reporter: Alyssa Brown | Venue: Greengate Ranch 

There’s something pretty wonderful about a wedding at a barn. You’re often away from the city, hidden from the world, and surrounded by nature. The sun stretches its beams in full during the ceremony and the moon watches over the festivities of the reception. It’s a really good deal. We love all kinds of barns, from peaceful forest scenes in the Pacific Northwest to sprawling lawn offerings in the South. There’s a storybook quality to them and it always seems like the most welcoming atmosphere and spirited celebration around. That’s why we put together the latest edition of this annual collection. Make sure to check out the previous editions of our favorite wedding barns in America as well, because it seems like that’s where the best times happen.  By: Jake Kilroy