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27747–27749 Mesa Grande Road
SANTA YSABEL, CA 92070
Entrance on Mesa Grande Road
For GPS: 27749 Mesa Grande Road
TELEPHONE: 619-359-0507
EMAIL: info@hideoutmountain.com
Celebrate & Gather at Hideout Mountain Lodge
Hideout Mountain Lodge • Santa Ysabel, CA

Celebrate & Gather

Rustic Charm. Affordable Celebrations. Uniquely Yours.

We understand that when it comes to planning a special event, you have hundreds of options throughout San Diego County. What makes Hideout Mountain Lodge unique is how far away it feels from everyday life. As you wind through the countryside and over the rolling hills, the scenery changes, the pace slows, and you’re transported somewhere unexpectedly magical.

Book an Event / InquireCall 619-359-0507
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TYPES OF EVENTS

Simple ways to make a little mountain time your own.

Exchange vows beneath the trees, gather for a special birthday meal, or enjoy a girls’ or guys’ getaway under the stars with your favorite people. With cozy accommodations and gathering spaces full of character, your event can become a whole weekend of connection, celebration, and unforgettable memories.

Intimate Events & Micro Weddings
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Intimate Events & Micro Weddings

Say “I do” tucked among the trees, surrounded by mountain views and your closest loved ones. Hideout Mountain Lodge brings rustic charm and a relaxed, romantic feel to a celebration that’s beautifully your own.

Birthdays & Group Celebrations
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Birthdays & Group Celebrations

Celebrate another trip around the sun—or any reason to bring your favorite people together—with a rustic mountain gathering. From laid-back birthday weekends to anniversaries and milestone celebrations, enjoy cozy stays, beautiful views, shared meals, and plenty of laughter tucked among the trees.

Family Reunions
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Family Reunions

Bring the generations together for fresh mountain air, shared meals, and stories that get better with every telling. Our rustic setting invites everyone to slow down, reconnect, and enjoy a little adventure together.

Church & Wellness Retreats
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Church & Wellness Retreats

Step away from the everyday and make room for reflection, connection, and renewal. Peaceful surroundings create a welcoming setting for church gatherings, fellowship, prayer, yoga, meditation, or journaling. Plan a weekday or weekend retreat rooted in your group’s purpose.

Kids’ Celebrations
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Kids’ Celebrations

Trade the usual party setting for a little mountain adventure. Celebrate birthdays and special milestones with outdoor games, scavenger hunts, and rustic picnic fun—a day filled with imagination, laughter, and discovery.

Moms’ Weekends Away
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Moms’ Weekends Away

Leave the schedules behind and enjoy a mountain escape with your favorite moms. Think slow mornings, cozy conversations, shared meals, and time to unwind in a rustic setting where the weekend can move at your pace.

Girls’ & Guys’ Getaways
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Girls’ & Guys’ Getaways

Round up your favorite people for a birthday, special milestone, or some overdue time together. Cozy stays, mountain views, and rustic charm set the scene for nearby adventures, good food, laid-back evenings, and plenty of laughter.

Bachelor & Bachelorette Parties
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Bachelor & Bachelorette Parties

Celebrate the next chapter with your favorite people and a mountain getaway full of personality. From a relaxed retreat to a playful weekend gathering, make it your own with rustic surroundings, shared adventures, and time together.

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FIND YOUR PERFECT GATHERING PLACE.

Find your perfect gathering place at Hideout Mountain Lodge, where rustic charm and natural beauty set the scene. Choose a setting that suits your celebration, style, and budget, then make it your own.

The Lodge House & Backyard
VENUE OPTION
●On-Site at Hideout
BEST FOR: INTIMATE WEDDINGS • BIRTHDAY DINNERS • REUNIONS • WEEKEND CELEBRATIONS

The Lodge House & Backyard

Bring everyone together in a setting that feels like a mountain home. The Lodge House and backyard combine cozy indoor character with outdoor gathering space for intimate weddings, birthday dinners, family reunions, and weekend celebrations.

Location:On-site at Hideout Mountain Lodge

Setting:5-bedroom lodge with spacious fenced backyard and Lake Henshaw views

Highlights:Chef's kitchen, covered porch, private firepit & manicured lawn

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The Whispering Woods
VENUE OPTION
●On-Site at Hideout
BEST FOR: NATURE CEREMONIES • WELLNESS RETREATS • SHADED COCKTAIL HOURS

The Whispering Woods

Tucked just below the lodge, The Whispering Woods offers a peaceful setting immersed in nature. Let the trees frame your ceremony, gather for a retreat, or share a special celebration surrounded by simple, rustic beauty.

Location:Tucked just below the main lodge on property

Setting:Natural tree canopy beneath ancient oaks & mountain cedars

Highlights:Dappled forest light, rustic log seating & secluded natural atmosphere

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The Cove
VENUE OPTION
●On-Site at Hideout
BEST FOR: SHARED MEALS • BIRTHDAY DINNERS • INTIMATE MOUNTAIN CELEBRATIONS

The Cove

Tree-lined and covered, The Cove offers a welcoming setting for shared meals and relaxed celebrations. Its tucked-away atmosphere makes it a charming choice for birthdays, family gatherings, and time together in the mountains.

Location:On-site hillside enclave

Setting:Tree-lined and covered sheltered outdoor gathering space

Highlights:Circular stone firepit, wind-sheltered seating & dark sky stargazing

Inquire About The Cove →
The Perch
VENUE OPTION
●On-Site at Hideout
BEST FOR: SUNSET TOASTS • CEREMONIES • OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES • MORNING YOGA

The Perch

Open space and mountain air give The Perch a sense of possibility. Create a casual gathering, arrange a celebration with personal touches, or bring your group together for outdoor activities in a relaxed, rustic setting.

Location:Elevated ridgeline overlooking Lake Henshaw

Setting:Spacious timber deck perched high above the backcountry valley floor

Highlights:Panoramic 180° views, wooden platform deck & golden hour photos

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The Lookout
VENUE OPTION
●On-Site at Hideout
BEST FOR: EXCHANGING VOWS • MILESTONE TOASTS • BACKCOUNTRY PHOTOGRAPHY

The Lookout

Let views of Lake Henshaw become the backdrop to your celebration. The Lookout offers a scenic setting for exchanging vows, marking a milestone, or gathering with your favorite people to take in the beauty of the backcountry.

Location:Highest scenic viewpoint on Hideout property

Setting:Panoramic natural lookout facing Lake Henshaw & Palomar Mountain

Highlights:360° backcountry horizon, unforgettable sunrise & sunset views

Inquire About The Lookout →
Josie’s Backyard
VENUE OPTION
●On-Site at Hideout
BEST FOR: CASUAL BIRTHDAYS • REUNIONS • GROUP CELEBRATIONS • BACKCOUNTRY CHARM

Josie’s Backyard

Keep the celebration casual in Josie’s Backyard, where a relaxed atmosphere invites good company and easy conversation. Gather for a birthday, reunion, or group celebration with a little backcountry personality.

Location:Adjacent to historic Josie's Hideout Saloon

Setting:Spacious outdoor gathering patio with rustic roadhouse character

Highlights:Cold beverages, hearty food options, live weekend music & relaxed seating

Inquire Josie’s Backyard →
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PREFERRED VENDORS & SERVICES

Make your mountain celebration uniquely yours with beautiful rentals, live music, and memorable experiences.

Farm Tables & Chairs — Rustic Events
Tables & Chairs

Farm Tables & Chairs — Rustic Events

Rustic Events brings warmth and character to celebrations with wooden farm tables, chairs, and matching benches. Their collection also includes lounge furniture, ceremony arches, bars, and decorative accents. Market lighting and dance floors help complete the setting for dinner and dancing beneath the stars. Their team handles delivery, setup, and removal, making it easier to bring your vision to life.

Visit Website619-792-4498
Luxury Picnics — The Posh Unicorn
Luxury Picnics

Luxury Picnics — The Posh Unicorn

The Posh Unicorn creates luxury picnics tailored to your colors, theme, and personal style. Setups feature low tables, plush seating cushions, rugs, coordinated tableware, and decorative touches. Their picnics offer a lovely setting for romantic occasions, birthdays, bridal showers, and gatherings with friends. Delivery, styling, setup, and breakdown are included, allowing you to relax and enjoy the occasion.

Visit Website619-846-5349
Live Music — Celia Lawley
Live Music

Live Music — Celia Lawley

Celia Lawley is a singer, fiddler, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist with an energetic performance style. Her repertoire spans country, bluegrass, jazz, Celtic, rock, and more. She performs as a solo artist and with several bands for private celebrations and special events. Her blend of vocals and instrumental music brings a lively touch to a rustic mountain gathering.

Visit Website760-782-9202
Custom Teepee Setups — Dreampop Parties
Teepee Sleepovers

Custom Teepee Setups — Dreampop Parties

Dreampop Parties transforms ordinary sleepovers into beautifully styled celebrations for kids and teens. Their teepee setups include twin air mattresses, bedding, decorative pillows, trays, and softly glowing lights. Choose from their signature themes or discuss a custom experience that reflects your celebration. Their team delivers, styles, and removes the setup, creating an easy and memorable addition to your stay.

Visit Website760-685-1538
Onsite Hibachi Dining — Hibachi San Diego Official
Onsite Hibachi

Onsite Hibachi Dining — Hibachi San Diego Official

Hibachi San Diego Official brings live cooking and interactive chef entertainment directly to your celebration. Guests gather around the sizzling grill for a meal filled with flavor, laughter, and showmanship. It is a fun choice for birthdays, family gatherings, group getaways, and special occasions. Contact the team to arrange your menu and discuss the five-course dining experience for your event.

Visit Website619-872-8518
Dark Sky & Stargazing Experiences — StarDude Astronomy
Stargazing Tours

Dark Sky & Stargazing Experiences — StarDude Astronomy

StarDude Astronomy brings guided telescope viewing and an engaging introduction to the night sky to private gatherings. Led by Maxwell F. X. Paláu, the experience explores celestial sights such as planets, star clusters, nebulae, and distant galaxies when conditions allow. Guests can ask questions and learn more about the universe through personal instruction and discussion. It is a memorable way to bring friends and family together beneath the mountain sky.

Visit Website619-770-5255
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PLAN YOUR EVENT AT HIDEOUT

Tell us about your date, estimated guest count, and the kind of gathering you envision. Our team will get back to you with custom options.

Prefer direct contact? Call 619-359-0507 or email info@hideoutmountain.com.
Hideout Mountain Lodge
Hideout Mountain Lodge

Backcountry Retreat • Santa Ysabel, California

27747–27749 Mesa Grande Road
Santa Ysabel, CA 92070Entrance on Mesa Grande Road
For GPS: 27749 Mesa Grande Road
619-359-0507
info@hideoutmountain.com

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