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Portland, ME
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Bookings are NOW OPEN for 2026 Camping... AND Weekday Stays are now available for July + August! We look forward to welcoming you to the island this season - we're open from early June through mid-October! Reserve your site today.
A couple in wedding attire stands together by an old stone fort overlooking a calm water body.

Coastal Weddings near Portland Maine

Fortland is Wildly Unique

Our 16-acre island venue combines stunning coastal beauty and rare historic stone architecture to create a wedding adventure that couples and guests will never forget. Fortland is located within the grounds of historic Fort Scammel on House Island, just a 10-minute boat ride from downtown Portland.

Arriving at Fortland, you’ll be greeted by the panoramic views of Portland Harbor, surrounding islands and the open ocean, creating a breathtaking backdrop for your special day. Exchange vows at one of Fortland's intimate ceremony locations, host a cocktail hour or dinner underground in the fort’s stone bastion, and dance the night away under the stars. Delight your guests with unique experiences, like a tour of the Civil War-era architecture and tunnels, or an overnight stay in a beautifully-furnished yurt or tent cabin. Say “I do” at Fortland, and enjoy an unforgettable experience defined by a sense of adventure and a touch of magic

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About Fortland

Venue Features

A rustic dining area with wooden tables adorned with floral centerpieces under arched brick ceilings.

The Bastion

A beautiful space for cocktail hour or dinner by candlelight. The priceless framed views of the open water, the iconic Portland Headlight, and the perfect pastel sunset over Portland set this space apart from any other venue in Maine.

A wedding ceremony is taking place outdoors by the water, with a floral arch and guests seated in attendance.

The Dock

Whether for your ceremony, dinner or dancing, our 1500-sq-foot dock is a beautiful waterfront option for gathering with a view of Fort Gorges, Portland, and Falmouth Foreside.

A large, tan tent stands in a grassy area with a cloudy sky and a body of water in the background.

The Community Tent

Centrally located in the fort’s Parade Ground, the 40-foot-diameter tent invites guests to gather — it’s perfect for anything from cocktail hour service to a lively late-night dance floor.

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The Overlook Deck

The Overlook Deck

On a clear day, you can see four famous Casco Bay lighthouses from this 500-sq-ft deck. It’s a photogenic spot for anything from a quiet wedding ceremony, to a casual dessert with your friends and family, to watching the sunset from a comfy Adirondack.

A group of people gathers around a campfire in a lush, green outdoor setting at dusk, with a large tent in the background.

The Parade Ground

Gather with your guests in the central lawn space, the perfect place to enjoy an outdoor cocktail hour, and to end the evening around the crackling campfire.

A serene beach with a rocky shoreline and lush greenery under a clear blue sky.

The Beaches

Whether you’re looking for a perfect picnic spot, a swim in the ocean, or a hunting ground for sea glass of all colors, each of our beaches has a different flavor of rest or adventure for everyone’s tastes.

A bride and groom exchange vows during an outdoor wedding ceremony by the waterfront.

The Old Foundation

Set on the island’s eastern shoreline, the Old Foundation provides a breathtaking backdrop for an intimate ceremony. Indulge in views of the surrounding islands and out to the open Atlantic Ocean through Whitehead Passage.

Cozy glamping tent interior featuring a bed, seating area, and wooden flooring.

The Sites

Our accommodations, consisting of three well-appointed yurts and four tent cabins, with a total of seven queen beds and nine twins, sleep up to 23 people comfortably. We also offer additional pitch-your-own tent sites for island takeovers.

A couple walks hand in hand down a sunlit stone path beneath a lush archway.
Aerial view of a small, lush island featuring a historic stone fort surrounded by water at sunset.
A bride and groom exchange vows during an outdoor wedding ceremony by the water, surrounded by guests.
A weathered stone structure overgrown with greenery stands beside a tented accommodation in a grassy landscape.
A couple embraces and kisses in a dimly lit archway.
A sandy beach with scattered stones and green vegetation, bordered by calm water under a clear blue sky.
A large canvas tent is set on a grassy area with water and overcast skies in the background.
A couple embraces in silhouette under a stone archway at sunset.
An empty, sunlit room with arched brick ceilings and a table adorned with flowers near a window.
A rustic dining space with wooden tables decorated with flowers under arched brick ceilings.
A bride and groom stand together by a stone wall overlooking the water.
A wooden table set for a meal, adorned with flower vases, under a stone archway with a bright window.
A group of people enjoy a lively conversation around a flower-adorned table in a rustic venue.
A bride is adjusting her veil with the help of a friend in a cozy, wooden yurt.
A group of six friends poses playfully in a lush, green outdoor setting, with one person in a wedding dress holding a bouquet.
A beautifully arranged long dining table with floral centerpieces and elegant place settings in a rustic, arched space.
A couple silhouettes kiss while holding lanterns against a sunset backdrop.
A large group of people gathers at a seaside table during sunset.
A vintage lantern and camping materials, including a map and guest log, are arranged on a wooden table.
A person holds a printed timeline and schedule for an event titled "Fortland: The Campground of Casco Bay."
A gathering of people around a campsite with a teepee and greenery in the background.
Wooden tables set with small flower arrangements and a menu in a rustic venue.
A bride in a white dress stands with her back to the camera, framed by an archway, while a figure in dark clothing approaches.
A stylish, cozy glamping tent featuring a bed, sofa, and wooden furniture, surrounded by nature.
Map of Fortland, a campground in Casco Bay, highlighting key locations and features.
Silhouette of a couple embracing in a dimly lit, arched space with a glowing window.
A wedding ceremony takes place outdoors by the water, surrounded by guests and a wedding party.
A couple walks hand in hand down a sunlit stone path beneath a lush archway.
A bride and groom exchange vows during an outdoor wedding ceremony by the water, surrounded by guests.
A couple embraces and kisses in a dimly lit archway.
A person holds a printed timeline and schedule for an event titled "Fortland: The Campground of Casco Bay."
Wooden tables set with small flower arrangements and a menu in a rustic venue.
A stylish, cozy glamping tent featuring a bed, sofa, and wooden furniture, surrounded by nature.
A bride is adjusting her veil with the help of a friend in a cozy, wooden yurt.
A group of six friends poses playfully in a lush, green outdoor setting, with one person in a wedding dress holding a bouquet.
Aerial view of a small, lush island featuring a historic stone fort surrounded by water at sunset.
A couple silhouettes kiss while holding lanterns against a sunset backdrop.
A sandy beach with scattered stones and green vegetation, bordered by calm water under a clear blue sky.
A large canvas tent is set on a grassy area with water and overcast skies in the background.
A couple embraces in silhouette under a stone archway at sunset.
A bride and groom stand together by a stone wall overlooking the water.
A wooden table set for a meal, adorned with flower vases, under a stone archway with a bright window.
Map of Fortland, a campground in Casco Bay, highlighting key locations and features.
A wedding ceremony takes place outdoors by the water, surrounded by guests and a wedding party.
A beautifully arranged long dining table with floral centerpieces and elegant place settings in a rustic, arched space.
A weathered stone structure overgrown with greenery stands beside a tented accommodation in a grassy landscape.
A large group of people gathers at a seaside table during sunset.
A vintage lantern and camping materials, including a map and guest log, are arranged on a wooden table.
A gathering of people around a campsite with a teepee and greenery in the background.
An empty, sunlit room with arched brick ceilings and a table adorned with flowers near a window.
A rustic dining space with wooden tables decorated with flowers under arched brick ceilings.
A bride in a white dress stands with her back to the camera, framed by an archway, while a figure in dark clothing approaches.
A group of people enjoy a lively conversation around a flower-adorned table in a rustic venue.
Silhouette of a couple embracing in a dimly lit, arched space with a glowing window.
A couple walks hand in hand down a sunlit stone path beneath a lush archway.
A couple embraces and kisses in a dimly lit archway.
A gathering of people around a campsite with a teepee and greenery in the background.
Wooden tables set with small flower arrangements and a menu in a rustic venue.
Map of Fortland, a campground in Casco Bay, highlighting key locations and features.
A group of six friends poses playfully in a lush, green outdoor setting, with one person in a wedding dress holding a bouquet.
A couple silhouettes kiss while holding lanterns against a sunset backdrop.
A sandy beach with scattered stones and green vegetation, bordered by calm water under a clear blue sky.
A person holds a printed timeline and schedule for an event titled "Fortland: The Campground of Casco Bay."
A bride and groom stand together by a stone wall overlooking the water.
A stylish, cozy glamping tent featuring a bed, sofa, and wooden furniture, surrounded by nature.
Silhouette of a couple embracing in a dimly lit, arched space with a glowing window.
A wedding ceremony takes place outdoors by the water, surrounded by guests and a wedding party.
A beautifully arranged long dining table with floral centerpieces and elegant place settings in a rustic, arched space.
A large group of people gathers at a seaside table during sunset.
A large canvas tent is set on a grassy area with water and overcast skies in the background.
A couple embraces in silhouette under a stone archway at sunset.
A bride in a white dress stands with her back to the camera, framed by an archway, while a figure in dark clothing approaches.
A group of people enjoy a lively conversation around a flower-adorned table in a rustic venue.
Aerial view of a small, lush island featuring a historic stone fort surrounded by water at sunset.
A bride and groom exchange vows during an outdoor wedding ceremony by the water, surrounded by guests.
A weathered stone structure overgrown with greenery stands beside a tented accommodation in a grassy landscape.
A vintage lantern and camping materials, including a map and guest log, are arranged on a wooden table.
An empty, sunlit room with arched brick ceilings and a table adorned with flowers near a window.
A rustic dining space with wooden tables decorated with flowers under arched brick ceilings.
A wooden table set for a meal, adorned with flower vases, under a stone archway with a bright window.
A bride is adjusting her veil with the help of a friend in a cozy, wooden yurt.
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Our Offerings

The Micro Wedding

Up to 50 guests

This three-hour package includes the use of Fortland’s Wharf and cedar benches for your ceremony, followed by a celebratory toast. Afterward, you’ll have time to enjoy stunning photo opportunities at Sea Glass Beach and the historic West Bastion.

What's Included

Full Day Weddings

Up to 125 Guests

For a more immersive experience, this package provides the full Fortland wedding experience without requiring an overnight stay. Find your perfect wedding vendors to accompany you on your day and we have the rest done for you!

What's Included

Overnight Weddings

Up to 125 guests

Up to 50 overnight guests. This option provides the full Fortland wedding experience, complete with overnight accommodations in our elegantly furnished yurts and tents. With scenic ocean views, a touch of sea salt breeze, a cozy campfire under the stars, you and your overnight guests will have a unique memory you will never forget.

What's Included

For an all-encompassing Fortland Wedding weekend, consider our Stem to Stern package!

Testimonials

  • Nick + Allycia, August 2023
    "Fortland is an incredible venue! We are so grateful we found something so unique for our wedding. It is a destination wedding, glamping adventure, and historical wonder - all within 10 minutes of downtown Portland. Choosing an off-grid island may sound intimidating, but it is no more work than a barn venue."
  • Bryan + Natalia, September 2023
    "Our loved ones and friends left the wedding, and one sentiment was shared by all: 'the most unique venue and best weddings we've ever been to!'"
  • Anna + Nate, June 2023
    "All-in-all this venue is absolutely pure magic and the ultimate 'Maine wedding' experience... How can you beat an island venue, the proximity to Portland, the option for guests to stay overnight with you and the beauty that is Fortland?"
  • Nick + Allycia, August 2023
    "The island offers a plethora of locations where you can hold your wedding events. We had different spots for arrival, ceremony, cocktail hour, and dinner. The lookout deck was a huge hit with our guests during cocktail hour. It offers gorgeous panoramic views of the harbor - the sunset is a can't miss. We chose to have dinner in the fort's bastion and it was magical."
  • Bryan + Natalia, September 2023
    "[Fortland] is such a magical place that encompasses all the beauty and natural wonder of Maine. What a perfect place to start our journey of marriage. We can't wait to come back and celebrate our anniversary each year in the place we said 'I do"
  • Anna + Nate, June 2023
    "Besides the fact that House Island is stunning, the staff and their attention to detail are really what make this venue great. They were beyond helpful and accommodating with our millions of questions... Though the island provided a few logistical challenges, the staff worked tirelessly with our vendors to ensure we were all on the same page. They're clearly well-versed in figuring out creative fixes and working with anxious brides!"

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Dreaming of a Fortland Wedding? Our team is here to help!

With a bit more information, we can provide additional details and begin planning the perfect celebration for your needs.

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