Top 8 Outdoor Wedding Venues in Michigan for Nature Lovers (that aren’t barns!)

Michigan has such diverse landscapes—from the tranquil shores of the Great Lakes to the tall, enchanting pines of its inland forests—they all make a beautiful backdrops for an outdoor wedding. For couples who love nature and want to surround themselves in it on their big day, in this guide you’ll find inspiration and venue ideas to help you plan a celebration that’s as breathtaking as Michigan’s scenery itself.

Sojourn Lakeside Resort

• Location: Northern Lower Peninsula, it sits on the shores of Dixon Lake in Gaylord, MI
• Highlights: Towering pines, lakeside ceremony space, on-site lodging for guests
• Capacity: 150-200 guests
• Amenities: over 700′ of lake frontage and private beach, bonfire pits

Woodland Weddings

• Location: Central Michigan, in Crystal
• Highlights: Ceremony space surrounded by whimsical trees, clear tented reception space
• Capacity: 150 guests
• Amenities: Dance floor outdoors under the stars, bistro lighting

Aurora Cellars

• Location: Northern Lower Peninsula, on the Leelanau Peninsula in Lake Leelanau, MI
• Highlights: Ceremony space under large weeping willow tree, Vineyards run alongside the venue
• Capacity: 300 guests
• Amenities: Victorian Farmhouse for getting ready or overnight accommodation, bonfire next to an on-site pond, heated reception tent with bistro lighting and chandeliers

YMCA Camp Pinewood

• Location: Western Michigan, sits on the shores of Echo Lake in Twin Lake, MI
• Highlights:  200 acres of natural woodland, ceremony platform overlooking water
• Capacity: 160 guests
• Amenities: Guest accommodation available, camp activities + weekend weddings available

Michigan Wildlife Conservancy

• Location: Central Michigan, in Bath near Lansing
• Highlights: Pond, glades, meadows, wildlife sightings
• Capacity: 220 guests
• Amenities: Multiple ceremony location options, glass roof heated outdoor patio reception space, gas fire pits

Of The Land

• Location: Southwest Michigan, in Battle Creek
• Highlights: Meadows, flower fields, fruit trees, vineyard
• Capacity: 150 guests
• Amenities: Eco-friendly facility, three ceremony site options, greenhouse reception space, coffee/cocktail trailer, bistro lighting, fire pits

Black Sheep Shelter

• Location: Southwest Michigan, in South Haven
• Highlights: Wildflower field, Glasshouse
• Capacity: 150 guests
• Amenities: Eco-friendly facility, fire pit, covered space available

The Ridge at Verterra

• Location: Northern Lower Peninsula, on the Leelanau Peninsula in Leeland, MI
• Highlights: Views of Lake Michigan + Grand Traverse Bay, reflection pool, woodlands
• Capacity: 300 guests
• Amenities: Outdoor dance floor, Reception terrace w/ tent

Use this guide to discover venues that speak to your adventurous spirit, then reach out, schedule visits, and start planning the outdoor wedding of your dreams. Here’s to love, nature, and a celebration you’ll never forget!