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PROPERLY PLAN A SUMMER CAMP WEDDING

Check out our tips on planning a proper camp wedding in the great outdoors.

So you’re adventurous and love the outdoors. You both do. You want to get married outdoors and camp with your closest friends and relatives. Great. So how do you make your wedding memorable (in a good way) for guests whom may have never even camped? This article is a good starting point!

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Create a Map

Think tactically about the logistics of how people are entering, staying, and exiting the campgrounds. Plan and map out how each guest and service member would travel there.

Give Yourself Time

Give yourself as much time as possible when setting up your wedding - ideally the day before people start arriving.

Allow for time after your wedding as well. Taking down camp is quicker but it won’t take 30 minutes. Ask you guests to help as a gift to you :-).

Sleeping Accommodations

Where will everyone sleep? A tent, right? Possibly. But you have other options to consider as well.

Offsite locations: You can shuttle some guests to a location elsewhere. Make sure that clearly communicate any shuttle plans clearly to your guests several times (you don’t want to leave anyone behind).
RVs: You can find many comfortable campers to rent online - many of which may even include a bathroom! Check out Outdoorsy.com or RVShare.com. You may even be able to have them delivered.
Tents: Obviously, this is camp wedding after all. But not all tents are created equal. Some guest may be cool with sleeping in an REI tent, but others may not. You could purchase fancy bell tents and furnish them for yourself. Or you can have a company bring in their rental glamping tents and do all the work for you - also creating a beautiful backdrop for photos.

Restrooms

You will easily need of 2-3 bathrooms your guests. Your venue may have some, but possibly not enough for your camping guests. Check out Luxury Restroom Trailers in Oregon and Washington and Royal Restrooms (nationally) - not only do they have bathrooms, but also showers!

Get Help!

Planning a wedding is fun - at the beginning. But the week and day of is stressful for many. Enlist extra help from a coordinator, family and friends. Work with vendors, such as camping tent rental companies that include RSVP management to help take some work off of your plate. The investment will be worth it.

Communicate.

When people feel prepared, they’re able to focus on the fun, Let your guests know what to expect ahead of time. Communicate an agenda, what to pack and where to go at what time. Try to send out the details at least 3 weeks early to avoid a barrage of questions. We also suggest creating great signage throughout camp to direct your guests.

Plan for Wild Weather

Weather will be a major variable during your outdoor wedding event - but it could also be hot…or cold. Certainly make sure that you have some sort of large rain or shade structure so your guests can seek shelter. You may also want to invest in portable fans or heaters as well. And if it is chilly, you’ll want some throw blankets that your guests can grab as needed.

9. Bugs. Out.

Yep, they live outside, right where you will be celebrating. You can combate them with a fogger before guests arrive. Bug spray and citronella candles are a good option to keep handy during your event as well.

Night Lights

Navigating your campground nce the sun & alcohol goes down will be tricky. Try to light up obvious walking paths and provide flashlights to your guests to help avoid any accidents.

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CAMPGROUND WEDDING VENUES IN OREGON

We’ve pulled together a list Oregon camping wedding venue locations that are perfect for saying your “I-Do’s” in the great outdoors.

If you are that unique couple that is looking for a celebration that is far from ordinary, then you may find yourselves considering an outdoor Oregon wedding location that is personal, picturesque, cozy, and remote. Aside from searching bridal gowns and engagement rings for the perfect match, another lust-worthy aspect of planning a forest wedding is finding the perfect location to say your "I Do's!" We've assembled a list of camp wedding venues that include views of the majestic Oregon landscape.

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Eola Hills Legacy Estate Vineyard - Salem, Oregon

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The Legacy Estate Vineyard is just 10 minutes west of Salem and home to 72 acres of grapevines and sweeping views of the Willamette Valley. They have created an amazing oasis that has several breathtaking settings to say your I do’s! This is a must see to believe and is our top pick in the Region. The staff is reliable, attentive, proactive and courteous - just what you need leading up to, and on, your special day. Camping with your guests is encouraged on your wedding night so that you can dance well into the night under the stars and amongst the growing grapes.

Location: 1600 Oak Grove Rd, Salem, OR 97304
Phone: 503-623-2405 (ask for the events manager)
Rental Fee - varies
Guest Capacity - 100 and more

Cooper Spur Mountain Resort - Mount Hood, Oregon

The Cooper Spur Mountain Resort is of about 770 acres of Mt. Hood National Forest and an elaborate, visually exposition of the three mountain views Mt. Hood, Mt. Adams, and Mt. Rainier - a simply stunning forest location for your wedding day!

The resort showcases both an out and indoor wedding venues and displays a background view of Mt. Hood. The evergreen scenery provides a cozy environment for your guests and a romantic view of the bride and the groom. The Cooper Spur Mountain Resort offers a large reception tent, cabins, a log home, hotel rooms, and even select spaces RVs. Local camping is also an option.

Location: 10755 Cooper Spur Road, Mt Hood, OR 97041
Phone: 541-352-6692
Settings –Hotel, Mountain, Restaurant, Tented.
Guests Capacity – 100-200
Views – Mountains

The Thyme Garden - Alsea, Oregon

A gem just outside of Corvallis, Oregon, The Thyme Garden offers a couple a timeless wedding venue to suit your taste and style with beautiful surrounding mountains and gardens. Custom available lighting with built-in sound, and adjoining cozy outdoor patio by the fireside are available (along with the bright stars). Your wedding festival at The Thyme Garden will be a taste of royalty. Get hitched, crack open a cold one, and laugh around a crackling fire with your loved ones. Camp weddings are encouraged!

Location: 20546 Alsea Highway Alsea, OR 97324
Phone: 541-487-8671

Camp Wilkerson - Rainier, OR

Camp Wilkerson is the County’s largest park and is considered to have the most secluded and calm spaces. This nature-lurking forested site will quickly remind its visitors the beauty of nature. Bring your horse, ride the trails, and camp in one of our horse corral sites. It offers comfort for camping weddings with 24 Adirondacks (3-sided camp shelters), abundant tent sites with a pastoral day lodge with available facilities to allow for cooking in the forest.

Location: 65866 Apiary Rd, Rainier OR 97048
Phone: (503) 397-7210, (503)556-3536
Guest Capacity: Group of up to 250 people

Camp Lutherwood - Cheshire, OR

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Known to serve as a vibrant center of spirituality, service, and hospitality, Camp Lutherwood organizes a marital connectivity of faith and service. Take advantage of several locations on site to share laughter and experiences with a group of friends in this serene environment. And yes, camp weddings are allowed both for day and night in the forest.

Location: 22960 Highway 36, Cheshire, Oregon 97419
Phone: 541-998-6444
Guest Capacity: Up to 200 people

Camp Lane - Walton, OR

The 15 acres that make Camp Lane is located in the picturesque Siuslaw National Forest area in the heart of the Coastal Mountains. It provides a commercial size, a dining hall (160 capacity), and a large fireplace. You can as well enjoy some recreational activities when you book for your reservation. Feel free to come with alcohol for your camp wedding, just make sure to get your Special Use Permit.

Location: 15761 Hwy. 126, Walton, OR 97490
Phone: 541-682-2000
Guest Capacity: Up to 200 people

Camp Namanu - Sandy, OR

This 552 acre, lush Northwest forest site, situated along the wild and scenic Sandy River will capture your wedding moment with the greatest ecstasy. Camp Namanu offers exclusive wedding packages to suit your special day with reception space to accommodate guests, along with some lodging. Share your special day in a special place with special people.

Location: 10300 SE Camp Namanu Rd. Sandy, OR 97055
Phone: 503-224-7800
Guest Capacity: Up to 300 people

Camp Colton - Colton, OR

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As a vintage summer camp, Camp Colton offers rustic charm and simple elegance for your campground wedding. They have a historic chapel, beautiful bridal dressing quarters, a spacious reception lodge with outdoor reception area, and overnight accommodations for up to 40 guests in cozy cottages, with the option to add camping for your guests

Location: 30088 S Camp Colton Dr, Colton, OR 97017
Phone: 503-824-2267

Camp Westwind - Otis, OR

Enjoy your few days of splendor with your mate and wedding groups in a cozy beachside camp with over a mile of oceanfront. Camp Westwind promises an engaging adventure, whether by river or trail. Plan your camp wedding in this remote but special camp site and enjoy a magical atmosphere of protected wilderness.

Location: 7500 N Fraser Road, Otis, OR 97368
Phone: 541-994-2383
Guest Capacity: up to 145 people

Camp Angelos - Corbett, OR

Camp Angelos is perfectly situated on the Sandy River with beautiful scenery and a rocky beach, with a romantic setting that will turn your fantasy wedding into a reality. This amazing location offers a unique opportunity to combine your wedding with a family reunion. Some of the features include a stroll through a grape arbor to a wedding in the round, surrounded by flowers and a canopy of evergreens for a memorable forested wedding.

Address: 32149 SE Stevens Road, Corbett, OR 97019
Phone: 503.695.5888

Clark Creek Organizational Camp - Fall Creek, OR

Clark Creek is located about 30 minutes from Eugene in the Willamette National Forest. This is very much a DIY site, but is very secluded and comes with some good amenities to help create a comfortable wedding shindig! There are 5 sleeping structures that each have 8s sleeping platforms within them (you provide the bedding). Onsite you will find vaulted toilets, drinking water, a picnic shelter with a long table and large BBQ grilling area, and even an amphitheater. The amenities are a bit rustic, but at $200 a night, you really can’t go wrong. This is a popular space for weddings, so book early. Oh, and they do have a large field that is perfect for bunches of bell tents!

Location: Fall Creek, Oregon
Phone: 801-226-3564
Guest Capacity: up to 80 people camping

Loloma Lodge - McKenzie Bridge, Oregon

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Loloma Lodge has camping, lodging, a reception area, stage, and a ceremony site all in one location. The picturesque wedding in the woods is centrally located for guests coming from Portland, Eugene, or Bend, but it still has a middle-of-nowhere feel to it. The lodge was built in the early 1930s and features a massive stone fireplace with gorgeous views.

Location: 56687 McKenzie Hwy, McKenzie Bridge, OR 97413
Phone: 541.813.6018
Rental Fees: Weekday elopements start at $1,500, and summer weekend rates start at $10,000. Make it a wedding festival! See their frequently asked questions.
Guest Capacity: Lodge and cabins can accomodate 35 people, camping and RV access allows for up to 200 guests.

Five Oaks Farm - St. Paul, OR

Located just south of Portland in the heart of the Willamette Valley, Five Oaks Farm includes six acres of event space and gardens, a renovated farm house, rustic barn, a large bonfire pit, and plenty of room to pitch a tent and camp out under the stars. Camping encouraged!

Location: 7698 Champoeg Rd NE, St Paul, OR 97137
Phone: 503.801.4438
Rental Fees: Call or email.
Guest Capacity: 250+.

Pendarvis Farm - Happy Valley, Oregon

Home to the infamous Pickathon Music Festival that takes place every summer, Pendarvis Farm also hosts weddings and events. They have two party barns and 80 acres with trails and plenty of space for a camping wedding festival.

Location: 16581 SE Hagen Rd, Happy Valley, OR 97086
Phone: 971.404.9095
Rental Fees: Call or email.

Turning Earth Farms - Dallas, Oregon

Located just southwest of Salem this homesteading farm is on 15 acres that includes a a magical forest and a creek that runs through it. Turning Earth Farms is a hidden gem that includes multiple campsites, a Tipi and a treehouse. You can rent most of the property for your camping wedding at affordable price and help an amazing cause and some amazing people at the same time.

Location: 17585 Gardner Rd Dallas, OR 97338
Rental Fees: Call or email or Facebook messenger.
Guest Capacity: 125+

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See Our List of Washington Camping Venues Here.

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CAMPGROUND WEDDING VENUES IN WASHINGTON

We've pulled together a list of Washington state camping wedding venues that include views of the majestic Washington forests valleys, and waterways that make for a long-lasting wedding festival memory for you and your guests. Check out these forest camp wedding venues.

If you are a unique couple looking for a celebration that is far from ordinary, then you may find yourselves considering an outdoor Washington wedding location that is personal, picturesque, cozy, and remote. Aside from searching for bridal gowns and engagement rings, another dreamy aspect of planning a camp wedding is finding the perfect location to tie the knot.

We've assembled a list of campground wedding venues that include views of the majestic Washington forests valleys and waterways that make for a long-lasting festival wedding memory for life.

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AYH Ranch - Vashon, WA

The only legal campground on Vashon Island, The AYH Ranch will provide you with an amazing space for a true camping wedding. The property has a rustic western theme and many amenities for you and your guests to enjoy onsite and is close enough to downtown if you need to grab a drink or a bite to eat.

Location: 12119 SW Cove Rd, Vashon, WA 98070
Phone: 206.463.2592
Rental Fee: $3,000 to rent the ranch for a 24 hour period.
Guest Capacity: 200+

Skalitude Retreat - Carton, WA

When the locals swear by a location, you know it has to be good. Skalitude Retreat & Education Center offers views, all the fresh air feels and camp-out/tent options for events (with certain time limitations), checking off all the boxes for the sleepover under the stars style wedding. It has space and vistas to spare sitting on 160 acres of its own property lines, but also looking out onto thousands of acres of National Forest wildlands. Private perfection.

Location: 302 Smith Canyon Road, Carlton, WA 98814
Phone: 509.997.1032
Rental Fee: Fully listed on booking page
Guest Capacity: Fully listed on booking page

Adeline Farms - Woodland, WA

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The fabulous 100 year old farm is a dream. The magic of the big red barn and majestic 300 year old oak tree are just two of the breathtaking elements at Adeline Farm that will blow your socks off. The spacious grounds are covered with well groomed fields and gardens, and there are several buildings that allow for getting ready and overnight stays. The venue can accommodate a Washington camp wedding of 250 guests and also has lodging for 30 people. If you want more to stay onsite to celebrate into the night, no problem, they do allow pop-up glamping or camping for your wedding guests as well

Location: 3906 Lewis River Road Woodland, WA
Phone: 360.225.4564
Rental Fee: $6,000 - $30,000 - See their camp wedding page for package details.
Guest Capacity: Up to 250

Skokomish Park at Lake Cushman - Hoodsport, WA

Moss-carpeted terrain with towering trees that provide shade and streams of sunlight are the backdrop to the Lake Cushman serene waters. Skokomish Park at Lake Cushman is a photographer, guest and couple’s dream landscape for a getaway wedding on a classic PNW lakefront. Guests will share laughs and toasts under twinkling lights that then illuminate the dance floor for continued celebration. The location offers campsites for individuals and groups providing ample opportunities for reflection and connection.

Location: 7211 N Lake Cushman Rd, Hoodsport, WA 98548
Phone: 360.877.5656
Rental Fee: $42 (for campsite). Pricing based on per-night rentals. Group campsite at $199 per night.
Guest Capacity: As many as desired…. No event is too large or too small.

Crockett Farm - Coupeville, WA

Crockett Farm, with its variety of indoor and outdoor space to choose from, allows flexibility and creativity for couples to craft their envisioned event. And yeah…it’s got history. The 11-acre farm was established in 1895 and the reception barn boasts the original timbers. At Crockett Farm, past meets present and plays superb host to the beginning of a couple’s future.

Location: 1056 S Crockett Farm Rd, Coupeville, WA 98239
Phone: 206.427.6109
Rental Fee: Inquire here
Guest Capacity: 200

Jenne Farm - Coupeville, WA

As authentic as it gets, Jenne Farm in Whideby Island, WA is a working farm with many of the original structures from its construction in 1908. The quintessential white farmhouse with wrap around porch and picture windows serves as a backdrop for ceremonies and a place to congregate before and after vows. Guests can mingle in the breeze under the surrounding trees offering a relaxing yet celebratory scene. One to be remembered.

Location: 538 Engle Rd, Coupeville, WA 98239
Phone: 360.678.4433
Rental Fee: Partial fees can be found here.
Guest Capacity: 120 guests

Doe Bay Resort & Retreat - Olga, WA on San Juan Islands

“Magic happens here,” is a phrase often used by visitors to Doe Bay on the San Juan Islands. Sitting on 38 acres of waterfront land, the resort offers tranquility and begs one to take deep breaths to soak in the crisp air and blue water scenes. (Speaking of soaking, the spa at Doe Bay Resort features soaking tubs that overlook a quiet cove.) The resort plays hosts to not only memorable weddings, but also retreats and music festivals, showing off its ability to flex to whatever energy and vibe that comes with your event.

Location: 107 Doe Bay Rd Olga, WA 98279
Phone: 360.376.2291
Rental Fee: $3,000+
Guest Capacity: 200

Shangri-La Lodge & Campground - Enumclaw, WA

Aptly named Shangri-La on the Green is an emerald paradise just an hour outside of the hustle of Seattle. The location is littered with waterfalls, babbling brooks and open spaces to explore during a weekend getaway stay. The facilities are covered and well-equipped so events can go off without a hitch, while still preserving the wild, secluded feel of an outdoor wedding.

Location: 34401 Enumclaw-Franklin Road SE, Enumclaw, WA 98022
Phone: 360-886-2841 or 425-432-4700
Rental Fee: Typically starts at $1,000 - $5,000. Full fees listed here.
Guest Capacity: 200

Fort Flagler State Park Retreat Center - Nordland, WA

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Fort Flagler proudly sits on the bluffs of Puget Sound, offering three dormitory-style camps for groups as well as open space for camp outs and events. Providing a unique opportunity to couples with an appreciation of national history, this location is a former United States Army fort at the northern end of Marrowstone Island. Now the 1,451 acres are well used for recreation and revelry.

Location: 10541 Flagler Road, Nordland, WA 98358
Phone: 360.385.1259
Rental Fee: A little more information on fees here. Likely best to call.
Guest Capacity: 250

Rolling Huts - Winthrop, WA

The name of this venue centers on the most distinctive element of this property…featuring six amenities-rich huts that, well, can roll if needed, are clustered together and all equipped with mountain views. On the property, there are safari style tents, campground areas and a farm house for groups to congregate and cheers as well as stay overnight if they are “not so into” the camping thing. Yes, the Rolling Huts has it all, including an on-site pizzeria bringing ample ease to a rustic-style event.

Location: 18381 Highway 20, Winthrop, WA
Phone: 509.996.4442
Rental Fee: $1500 - $3000
Guest Capacity: 100

TreeHouse Point - Fall City, Washington

Did someone say treehouse! Yes, please! Picturesque and making your kid-like spirit swoon, the Treehouse Point event center and overnight retreat shows off one of the best parts of the Pacific Northwest terrain…the trees, of course! Instagram will blow up from guests posting pics of the outfitted forts and swaying bridges speckled throughout the property just 30 minutes outside of Seattle. Afraid of heights? The location will unearth the imagination yet keep guests comfortable with a range of accommodations (not just treehouses) and on-site camping opportunities.

Location: 30200 SE 79th St, Issaquah, WA 98027
Phone: 425.441.8087
Rental Fee: Call for details
Guest Capacity: Maximum of 18 people within Tree houses

Kelley Farm - Bonney Lake, WA

The centerpiece to the Kelley Farm property is a towering rustic yet sophisticated barn where guests raise a glass (or two) and kick the shoes off. Nestled in Bonney Lake, WA, the property is easily accessible from Tacoma and Seattle and delivers expansive views and walkable gardens for guests to meander. The farm has both indoor and outdoor platforms for ceremony and reception and the staff is all about personally crafting the envisioned event.

Location: 20021 Sumner-Buckley Hwy E, Bonney Lake, WA 98391
Phone: 253.826.5018
Rental Fee: Numerous fees, and the policies surrounding them, may be seen here on the venue’s main website.
Guest Capacity: Inside the barn, the maximum occupancy is for 300 guests. But those who wish to rent an additional tent, or put their own down, can do so and get even greater holding capacity overall. Fill that venue up!

Wallace Falls Lodge - Gold Bar, WA

A country style wedding could find no better location than Wallace Falls Lodge, with a 10 bedroom lodge, hiking trails to waterfalls, and a large wedding tent for an outdoor wedding in any weather. Outside caterers and food trucks are welcome. Invite your guests to come and stay for a weekend wedding festival in a natural, quiet and secluded forest.

Location: 14424 Wallace Lake Rd, Gold Bar, WA 98251
Phone: 360.793.8784
Rental Fee: $3000+. Full rates here.
Guest Capacity: 125.

The Five2Five - Buckley, WA

The Five2Five provides the perfect blend of rustic surroundings and refined details for indoor or outdoor weddings. Your wedding party will enjoy the elegant Bridal Suite with a mirrored ceiling for hair and makeup and picture rail along the walls to hang gowns. And the guys will be right at home in the quaint Cottage secluded in a corner of the property where they can enjoy darts and horseshoes. But the centerpiece of the venue is a beautiful floor to ceiling river rock fireplace.

Location: 525 S Division St, Buckley, WA 98321
Phone: 360.761.7383
Rental Fee: Rates to be published here.
Guest Capacity: 200 for indoor, 300 for outdoor weddings.

American Homestead - Naches, WA

Founded over 100 years ago, American Homestead offers a unique wedding on over 200 acres of beautiful, mountainous scenery. The cabin and bunkhouse are surrounded by the Naches River and high desert hills, with a wide open field that makes for a unique ceremony backdrop, along with a stunning landscape for your guest campsite.

Location: 5872 WA-410, Naches, WA 98937
Phone: 509.658.2514
Rental Fee: Weddings start at $3799, which includes indoor and outdoor spaces for Saturday and Sunday.
Guest Capacity: 50-250.

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