The Lodge at Carawood Lake
Your perfect gathering space in nature’s embrace
Introductory rate is
30% off for Lodge Rentals in 2025!!
Only at Carawood Lake…
Say "I do" as the sun sets over Carawood Lake.
Gather around our Fire Circle as stars emerge overhead, sharing stories and laughter with your closest people.
Wake up to watch the sunrise, coffee in hand, and hearts full.
This place has such a beautiful energy to it, and we can’t wait to share it with you!
Features & Amenities
Lodge Capacity & Layout
Outdoor events: Up to 200 guests on The Lawn and Campground
Indoor events: Up to about 150 guests seated in The Lodge
Open floor plan that adapts to your celebration style
Raised stage area perfect for a head table, speeches, performances, or displays
Multiple seating areas for mingling and conversation
Practical Amenities
Full catering kitchen with commercial-grade equipment
Tables and chairs included
Sound system available for speeches and background music
Climate control for year-round comfort
Ample parking adjacent to Lodge
Accessible Lodge is at ground level… No steps!
Sustainably powered by solar panels on the roof, and kept comfortable by our eco-friendly heat-pump
Unique Features
Working stone fireplace that creates instant warmth and ambiance
Handcrafted bar made from old barn wood reclaimed on our property
Oversized windows showcase the beauty of our natural surroundings
Direct patio access for indoor/outdoor flow
Camping: Ability for your ENTIRE PARTY to stay on the grounds overnight with an Overnight Package!! (May-Nov only)
Types of Packages
Basic Reservations
These packages are designed for milestone parties and more casual gatherings, like birthdays, family parties, and general events. This is your standard “hall rental” where you get to DIY everything. You arrange the tables and chairs yourself and bring in all your own decorations.
Reception Packages
These packages are designed for more major events, and come with custom floor plans, table cloths, decorative items, and more flexible timing. The Reception packages are perfect for weddings, bridal or baby showers, quinceañeras, bar/bat mitzvah, vow renewals/large anniversaries, and more!
Overnight Packages
These are full buy-out packages that truly make Carawood Lake special… Get everything in a Reception Package PLUS the exclusive access for your entire party to camp overnight on the grounds in one of our primitive cabins, or their own tent or RV.
What’s Included:
Basic Reservations
Available 10 am to 10 pm, any day of the week
All Basic Lodge Reservations include:
Full access to the Lodge, Lawn, Fire Circle, Picnic Point, and the Pier (catch-and-release fishing available)
Indoor tables & chairs in standard layout
Picnic tables on the Patio
Full access to catering kitchen (includes commercial refrigerator, warming cabinet, and triple-basin wash sink, coming soon for 2026!)
Climate control in the Lodge (heat + A/C)
On-site parking for all guests close to Lodge (or campsites)
On-site dumpster and aluminum recycling for easy clean-up
Indoor restrooms in the Lodge (we’re a campground, so figured we’d mention it!)
What’s Included:
Reception & Ceremony Packages
In addition to everything in a Basic Rental, Reception Packages include:
More time: Start your event as early as 8 am and end as late as midnight
Indoor tables & chairs set up in a custom layout
Free use of items in our Something Borrowed Closet that includes tablecloths (white and black), chair covers (white and black), centerpiece items (jars, glass bottles, mirror rounds, and more)!
Outdoor ceremony site with altar and outdoor chairs set up in a custom layout
Rehearsal time the night before (2 hrs)
Ability to add on a 3- or 6- hour basic package for additional set-up time the day before.
Overnight Packages
Our Overnight Packages are truly what make Carawood Lake unique, because not only do you get to stay on the grounds overnight, extending your celebration through lunch the next day, but you get the entire campground to yourself.
You read that correctly. You get THE. WHOLE. THING. Just you and your people. Total privacy and the freedom to be yourself during your party.
Guests can stay in one of our primitive cabins or in their own tent or RV. You can also rent RVs from nearby companies for the ultimate weekend campout!
Credit System
We recognize that in many cases, guests pay for their own lodging when they attend a wedding or major event.
For this reason, we have an optional way for guests to directly reserve and pay for their own site (cabin, RV, or tent), and then we’ll apply a credit to the Host’s account, reducing the price of their Overnight Package for our hosts.
Are you a guest at a Carawood Lake event wanting to reserve an overnight spot?
Fill out our request form and we’ll get you set up!
Pricing
Our prices vary based on the day of the week and the time of year.
Our busiest times (warm season weekends) are in highest demand, while quieter times (weekdays and winter weekends) offer the best value.
This system lets couples and groups with flexible dates save significantly, while having greater availability for those who prefer peak times.
PLUS…
Right now, we’re offering 30% off our standard prices for all remaining dates in 2025!
We can’t wait to meet you :)
Note: If you are serving alcohol, we require you to purchase your own Host Liability Insurance, which typically costs about $100-$150 per event. Even if you aren’t serving alcohol, this is still usually a good investment for your piece of mind. See our FAQs for more details!
Lodge Availability
