31 Of The Coolest Camp Wedding Venues In The U.S.
Calling all nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts! If you want your wedding to be more of an adventure than simply an event, give your guests the gift of a summer camp-style shindig! We’ve put together a list of some of our favorite spots from across the country that can turn your celebration into the ultimate overnight experience. These beautiful locations offer comfortable accommodations in a classy campground setting—and some even allow you to sleep right under the stars!
ARKANSAS
ARKANSAS
Horsehead Lake Lodge
Clarksville, AR
Fab Features: rustic retreat offering dreamy waterfall cabins, glamping cabins, and a cozy lodge tucked on 72 secluded lakefront acres • after ceremonies on the spectacular cantilevered deck over the lake, guests follow a pretty lighted path to the modern reception hall • weekend-long celebrations include access to the boat dock with kayaks and canoes, fire pits, and pickleball & basketball courts
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$ • $$$
CALIFORNIA
CALIFORNIA
The Ranch at Stoney Creek
Somerset, CA
Fab Features: this unique retreat— a Pony Express lodge-turned-miner's camp-turned-B&B— embraces the area's natural beauty and "true grit" • 67 acres of ancient oaks, creeks that run year-round, historic barns, and sprawling meadows, set against mossy boulders and the soaring mountains • overnight accommodations in the rustic 1915 lodge or in tents on the sprawling property
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$
Lassen Meadows Ranch
Chester, CA
Fab Features: 160-acre private getaway in the Northern Sierras with a lake, meadows and stunning mountain views • picturesque events move from sprawling green lawns to a barn and outdoor kitchen pavilion • a private cabin for the newlyweds, and plenty of space for guest camping beneath the stars
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$
AutoCamp Yosemite
Midpines, CA
Fab Features: nestled at the gateway to Yosemite National Park • intimate celebrations in the 2-story Signature Clubhouse designed with a modern lounge interior and outdoor fire pits • luxury tents and custom airstreams with spa-inspired bathrooms
Catering: In-house, Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
Slide Ranch
Muir Beach, CA
Fab Features: breathtaking ceremonies on a grassy bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean • glamping and late-night celebrations on the adjoining campground • intimate, laid-back receptions in the Yurt, a circular canvas structure with a clear skylight, wooden floor, and wood-burning stove
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$
COLORADO
COLORADO
Sage View Ranch
Paonia, CO
Fab Features: 11.5-acre mountainside retreat nestled in the lush and lovely North Fork valley • the rustic, cozy Main House boasts an adjacent al fresco deck with views of the West Elk mountain range • plenty of on-site lodging, including space for RV or tent camping (and they even offer rental tents for those who want to give it a try!)
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$
T Lazy 7 Lodge
Aspen, Colorado
Fab Features: rustic-chic celebrations surrounded by National Forest and Wilderness • al fresco celebrations in the stunning meadow or the stately 2-story log cabin • stay in one of their comfortable cabins or camp beneath the stars at Chuckwagon Grounds
Catering: BYOPrice: $$ • $$$
Aspen Grove at Sundance Trail
Red Feather Lakes, CO
Fab Features: working dude ranch with views of sprawling countryside and the Rocky Mountains • exchange vows under the gazebo at the edge of a large reflecting pond • comfortable, modern ranch accommodations paired with hearty western meals
Catering: In-house, Preferred list, BYOPrice: $
YMCA of the Rockies - Estes Park Center
Estes Park, CO
Fab Features: ceremonies with stunning 360-degree views of nature’s glory • variety of indoor and outdoor event spaces from the Overlook Chapel to the Mountain Lodge Pine Room • an array of cabins and lodges provide comfortable accommodations and serve as home base for fishing, horseback riding, and hiking
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
IDAHO
IDAHO
Ranch View Venue & Campgrounds
New Meadows, ID
Fab Features: working cattle ranch with 360-degree mountain vistas • celebrations in the 100-year-old barn • endless DIY possibilities for events from 50 to 150 guests
Catering: BYOPrice: $
ILLINOIS
ILLINOIS
Bricks & Stones at Camp Aramoni
Tonica, IL
Fab Features: remarkable 19th-century brickyard-turned-event venue offering a variety of unique indoor & outdoor spaces • an expansive deck connected to the event space boasts views of the Vermilion River • boutique camping options include lavish safari-style tents, inclusive meals, and on-site activities
Catering: In-house, Preferred listPrice: $ • $$ • $$$
MASSACHUSETTS
MASSACHUSETTS
Camp Wing
Duxbury, MA
Fab Features: serene setting with historic buildings surrounded by acres of woodland • romantic ceremonies overlooking the pond • wedding packages include camp activities facilitated by trained instructors and accommodations for up to 340 guests
Price: $ • $$
MARYLAND
MARYLAND
Blue Moon Rising
McHenry, MD
Fab Features: exchange vows in a natural woodland “cathedral” surrounded by towering pines • cocktails served from a charming tipi • tiny home-inspired cabins are designed with vintage furnishings and front porches made for relaxing
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Camp Puh'tok
Monkton, MD
Fab Features: picturesque village of Monkton surrounded by 67 wooded acres • ceremonies under towering pines, in the light-filled hacienda, or the rustic Thunderbird Lodge • cozy accommodations for up to 172 guests in their heated and air-conditioned cabins
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$
MICHIGAN
MICHIGAN
Off Map
South Haven, MI
Fab Features: 76-acre estate offering a peaceful, welcoming natural retreat • ceremonies in a charming woodland grove followed by receptions in the Big Green Barn or Orchard, and s'mores at the communal fire pit • cool luxury glamping tents outfitted with wood-burning stoves, comfy beds, and starry sky views
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $
NEVADA
NEVADA
Havens Ranch Events
Winnemucca, NV
Fab Features: picturesque oasis with grassy fields, pretty shade trees, a handsome herd of longhorn cattle, and sweeping, 360-degree desert and mountain views • say “I do” with the distant hills as your backdrop, then celebrate beneath the shelter of shade sails and the romantic glow provided by strings of cafe lights • there's plenty of space for RVs and tent camping— invite the whole crew to stay up late under the stars (and then sleep in, of course!)
Price: $
NEW HAMPSHIRE
NEW HAMPSHIRE
Loch Lyme Lodge
Lyme, NH
Fab Features: charming country resort perched at the edge of a crystal-clear lake • exchange vows at the water’s edge, followed by lawn games and mingling as the sun sets behind the trees • 20 cute, rustic cabins mean many in your party can stay right on-site, enjoying a weekend of swimming, boating, kayaking, fishing, and more
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$
NEW YORK
NEW YORK
Full Moon Resort
Big Indian, New York
Fab Features: set on 100 idyllic acres of forest, streams, meadows, and fields • the turn-of-the-century inn boasts B&B style rooms, lodges, cottages, tent camping and a yurt • the versatile location can host everything from down-home country barbecues to formal gourmet dinners
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
NORTH CAROLINA
NORTH CAROLINA
Emerald Ridge Farm
Weaverville, NC
Fab Features: historic farm only 12 minutes from Asheville but secluded among acres of pastoral meadows, oaks, and rolling hills • ceremonies set against the mountains with receptions in the classic red barn or under the stars on the expansive deck • cozy lodgings in the modern farmhouse
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$
JuneBug Retro Resort
Weaverville, NC
Fab Features: 50-acre lush woodland resort just 12 minutes north of Asheville • creekside ceremonies beneath a canopy of walnut trees, or something more intimate in the dreamy treehouse • guests can rent one of 10 restored 1950s campers and spend the weekend hiking, exploring, or lounging in the hammocks
Catering: In-house, BYOPrice: $ • $$
OREGON
OREGON
Black Butte Ranch
Sisters, OR
Fab Features: exchange vows beneath a canopy of willow trees • the banquet hall and terrace afford gorgeous mountain vistas • lodging options range from private rooms and condos to spacious custom homes
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
Camp Cedar Ridge
Vernonia, OR
Fab Features: a gorgeous 32-acre property nestled in the foothills of the Pacific Coast Range • gorgeous wooded ceremonies followed by rustic receptions in the open-air pavilion • endless outdoor activities ranging from yard games to basketball and volleyball courts to hiking trails and even a 300-foot slip-and-slide!
Catering: In-house, BYOPrice: $
Westcliff Lodge
Hood River, OR
Fab Features: ceremonies with a stunning backdrop of the Columbia River • receptions on the manicured lawns bordered by pines and wildflowers • 3 furnished glamping sites (closed until 2021), nearby wineries, and outdoor activities make for a fun guest experience
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$
TEXAS
TEXAS
Wild Roots Getaways & Gatherings
Lockhart, TX
Fab Features: unique 45-acre wooded retreat with overnight lodging for 22 • al fresco celebrations on the expansive turf lawn, adjacent to the cool covered Pavilion & Beer Garden, plus ample photo ops beside the rustic pond, among the hiking trails, or in the cozy Lounge • stay the weekend in glamping tents and shipping container tiny homes, and enjoy on-site amenities, which include heated stock tank pools and pickleball, basketball, and volleyball courts (which are lit for evening play!)
Catering: BYOPrice: $
Cypress Falls Event Center
Wimberley, TX
Fab Features: private event center surrounded by trees and picturesque fields • ceremonies with a waterfall backdrop or in a shady grove • the 22-room retreat boasts a swimming hole, kayaking, stand-up paddling, and tennis courts
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$
Zilker Lodge
Austin, TX
Fab Features: fabulous nonprofit community center just south of Lady Bird Lake with a retreat-like feel • indoor and outdoor event space and an open vendor policy provide plenty of flexibility • on-site accommodations for up to 150 are perfect for weekend wedding getaways
Price: $ • $$
Camp Lucy
Dripping Springs, Texas
Fab Features: a variety of event spaces from the restored French Colonial chapel to the dramatic timber-framed Great Hall • luxurious accommodations provide a great home base for guests to enjoy local wineries and breweries • amenities include plush pillow-top mattresses, fine linens, free WiFi, and a complimentary breakfast
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
Cypress Valley Event Center
Spicewood, TX
Fab Features: say "I do" on a platform suspended between 500-year-old cypress trees • receptions beneath a dramatic white sailcloth canopy upheld by towering cypress pillars, a permanent stage, and beautiful nighttime lighting • accommodations for up to 30 people in the 5 treehouses and Ranch House, and a zipline canopy tour for your most adventurous friends!
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$
The Wildflower Wedding and Special Event Venue
Emory, Texas
Fab Features: nestled on 50 scenic acres of open meadows dotted with towering Oak and Cedar trees • the modern farmhouse boasts exposed beams and a wall of windows that overlook the shimmering 2-acre pond • the luxurious yurts come equipped with heat and air conditioning, a toilet, a mini-fridge, a Keurig coffee maker, and more!
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$
WASHINGTON
WASHINGTON
Lakedale
Friday Harbor, Washington
Fab Features: ceremonies on a secluded beach, in a wildflower meadow, or on a grassy point surrounded by the island’s lakes • the Great Room provides an inviting atmosphere for receptions • guests can chose from a variety of fun lodging options like the luxurious lake house, log or canvas cabins, yurts, and even a vintage airstream trailer
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$ • $$$
TreeHouse Point
Issaquah, WA
Fab Features: beautiful forest venue along the Raging River • the cedar-lined Pond Room is perfect for cocktails, dinner, and dancing • each unique treehouse has its own balcony and hand-hewn bed
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $$
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