Graeson and Elena's Wedding!

Q&A

When is the RSVP deadline?

We kindly ask that you RSVP by January 1, 2026. If you have any questions about the RSVP process, please contact Elena or Graeson.

Where can I stay?

Rush Creek Lodge & Spa

Come stay where the magic happens! We have a room block at this hotel, but you must book by December 20, 2025. Guests may book online or call (209) 379-2373 and provide the group code, GARDNER. There is a two-night minimum stay, so we recommend booking from April 24-26, 2026.
34001 Highway 120, Groveland, California 95321
Check-in: 4:00 PM | Check-out: 11:00 AM

Evergreen Lodge at Yosemite

Rush Creek's sister property, roughly an 18 minute drive from Rush Creek
33160 Evergreen Road Groveland, California 95321

The Groveland Hotel

Roughly a 28 minute drive from Rush Creek.
18767 Main Street, Groveland, CA 95321

Curry Village

Tent cabin camping! If you choose Curry Village for your lodging, please keep abreast of Yosemite closures closer to the event date to ensure that Curry Village will be open. Roughly a 45 minute drive from Rush Creek.
9010 Curry Village Dr, Yosemite Valley, CA 95389

Please don'st be confined to these lodging options! Late April in Yosemite can still be quite cold for camping, so plan accordingly.

How do I get to Rush Creek Lodge?

Driving directions from San Francisco Bay Area: (3 - 3.5 hours)

From downtown San Francisco, take I-80 East across the Bay Bridge, then merge onto I-580 East. Continue for 45 miles, then merge onto I-205 East towards Tracy/Stockton.

Follow signs to CA-120 East through Manteca, Oakdale, and Groveland. Rush Creek Lodge is on the right-hand side, ½ mile before the Yosemite entrance.

For more directions, visit this link.

For our out-of-state guests: We recommend flying into any of the major Northern California airports (**SFO, OAK, SJC, SAC**) and renting a car. You may also fly into Mammoth Yosemite Airport (**MMH**), Merced Regional Airport (**MCE**), or Fresno-Yosemite International Airport (**FAT**), but these smaller airports have fewer flights.

Driving warning: There is a stretch of **Hwy 120 into Groveland** called **Priest Grade**, which has several switchbacks and limited nighttime visibility. While both **New Priest Grade and Old Priest Grade** are relatively short, they can be dangerous for unfamiliar drivers. Please keep this in mind for travel and lodging plans.

What time do all of the events begin and end?

Our ceremony begins on **April 25, 2026, at 3:30 PM** at the **Cedar View Ceremony Site**. The reception starts at **4:00 PM** at the Event Center near the Rush Creek Tavern and ends at **10:00 PM**. We will also host a **farewell breakfast** at the Tavern on **April 26, 2026, from 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM**.

Can I bring a plus one or my children?

We ask that your party only brings guests included on your invitation. If you have any questions, please contact Elena or Graeson.