Summertime is full of nostalgia. From beach days to bonfire evenings, this season reminds us of the simplicity and magic of our youth. And what’s more magical than summer camp?
Good news: you’re never too old for camp. In fact, many campgrounds also double as wedding venues — and no, you don’t need to marry your camp crush to be eligible!
Campgrounds are an ideal summer wedding venue because they perfectly capture the sweetness of the season. Plus, they’re affordable and double as lodging for intimate celebrations or micro weddings. Here are five camp wedding venues that prove life is better around a campfire.
Camp Taloali
Location: Stayton, OR
Capacity: 2,999 people
Price: $200 to $2,500
Camp Taloali is the quintessential summer camp from childhood. Located on the North Santiam River, this non-profit camp sits on 111 acres of nature. Facilities include a riverfront stage, covered picnic shelter, learning center, pavilion and kitchen, as well as recreational amenities like disc golf, swimming, and ping pong. Total Parent Trap vibes! The campground also includes ten cabins, three bunkhouses, and four RV sites for overnight stays and wedding party suites.
Pine Mountain Club Chalets
Location: Pine Mountain, GA
Capacity: 200 people
Price: $2,000 to $9,000
Lean into the Swiss Alpine aesthetic at Pine Mountain Club Chalets. Featuring an outdoor wedding pavilion, banquet hall, and more than 100 cabins, this one-of-a-kind resort will transport you from the mountains of Georgia to the hillsides of Switzerland. Choose from the Silver, Gold, Platinum, or Diamond wedding packages based on the wedding services and amenities you need. Plus, discounts are available for off-peak bookings including Friday or Sunday ceremonies.
Camp Foster
Location: Bedford, NH
Price: $500 to $1,460
Capacity: 200 people
The newly renovated Camp Foster is part of the Boys & Girls Club family. It sits on twenty acres of land and has everything you’d want or need from a summer camp — outdoor pavilions, an amphitheater, open fields, and your choice of recreational activities. Wedding rentals include access to Stebbins Hall, a cozy gathering place for your ceremony or reception. The camp’s location is also convenient for out-of-town guests flying in and out of Boston or the Manchester, NH airport.
CanyonSide Campground
Location: Bellvue, CO
Capacity: 75 people
Price: $3,000 to $5,000
Take a walk (down the aisle) on the wild side at CanyonSide Campground. Located in the Roosevelt National Forest, this rustic campsite is perfect for micro weddings and intimate celebrations. Say “I do” at the Mountaintop Amphitheater with the canyon as your backdrop — no decorations needed. For lodging, choose from five charming cabins, RV sites, or tent locations.
Seneca Lake Resorts
Location: Romulus, NY
Capacity: 150 people
Price: $550 to $4,725
If glamping is more your vibe, check out Seneca Lake Resorts. This venue offers three unique event spaces, including The Vista — a waterfront wedding venue, The South Lawn, and North Post. Get married by the lake and host your reception on the lawn for a seamless flow from ceremony to celebration. Cabins and RV sites are available at the resort for on-site accommodations, as well as several local lodging options. Wedding bookings are available May through October.
Summer Camp Weddings
Whether you grew up attending camp or only saw it on TV, it’s never too late to channel your inner camper. Lean into the nostalgic vibes and turn your wedding day into a weekend to remember at summer camp. We guarantee it’ll be the wedding of the season!
Rachel Kauffman is a Detroit-based content writer, bookworm, and cat mom to two feisty felines.
