Fall Creek Falls Venues

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Fall Creek Falls State Park

In August 2023, Fall Creek Falls State Park was impacted by a tornado. Please see the updates below regarding the current status of park availability due to past storm damage.

The following areas remain closed:

  • Piney Falls Trail (FCF parking lot to Piney Falls parking lot)
  • Millikan's Overlook Trail (overlook is open, trail is closed)
  • view of lodge outside at dusk with lights turned on
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    Host Your Event at Fall Creek Falls

    Fall Creek Falls State Park offers multiple venues around the park and inside the Lodge at Fall Creek Falls, perfect for meetings, corporate retreats, family reunions, weddings, and more!  

    Conference and meeting spaces are available inside the Lodge and at several locations throughout the park. The on-site catering, meeting facilities, and outdoor recreation make it easy for groups to meet, eat, and play. Daily catering minimums and nightly room committal minimums may apply, depending on meeting space and seasonality.
     

    Why Host With Us?

    • Over 5,000 square feet of flexible event space inside the Lodge. 
    • On-site restaurant and lounge with full-service catering options. 
    • Multiple outdoor venues like the secret overlook, lakeside pier, and amphitheater. 
    • Over 3,000 square feet of event space located in the park village area.
    • 85 lakeside Lodge rooms, including 3 suites, and 30 cabins.
    • Outdoor pools, waterfalls, 18-hole golf course, paddling rentals, hiking, and more.
    • Ask about our wedding packages. 

    Our Event Spaces

      • A large banquet hall is arranged with round tables set with white linens, simple floral centerpieces, and neatly placed dishware under modern geometric light fixtures.
      • A modern conference room is arranged classroom-style with long tables and rows of chairs beneath large square pendant lights.
      • A softly lit banquet room is arranged with round tables covered in white linens, simple floral centerpieces, and neatly set place settings.
      • A softly lit banquet room is set with round tables decorated with simple white floral centerpieces, neatly arranged place settings, and neutral-toned chairs.

      Fall Creek Falls Cascades Ballroom

      Average rates: $2000
      Capacity: 300 guests

      The Cascades Ballroom offers over 3,000 feet of event space and can support theater-style seating for 400 people. The ballroom can also be split evenly into two smaller rooms (Cascades Ballroom A and Cascades Ballroom B) that can hold 200 people in a theatre-style setup.

      • A softly lit banquet room is set with round tables decorated with simple white floral centerpieces, neatly arranged place settings, and neutral-toned chairs.
      • A softly lit banquet room is arranged with round tables covered in white linens, simple floral centerpieces, and neatly set place settings.

      Fall Creek Falls Cascades Ballroom A&B

      Average rates: $1100
      Capacity: 100 guests
      • A cozy lounge area features modern sofas and lamps set beside floor‑to‑ceiling windows that overlook an outdoor deck and wooded landscape.
      • A buffet line with rows of stainless steel chafing dishes on red tablecloths stretches along a windowed hall as people serve themselves food.
      • A cozy lounge area features modern sofas and lamps set beside floor‑to‑ceiling windows that overlook an outdoor deck and wooded landscape.
      • Two people serve themselves from a buffet line with stainless steel chafing dishes set on a red tablecloth inside a bright, window-lined dining area.

      Fall Creek Falls Pre-Function

      Average rates: $250
      Capacity: 50 guests

      The airy and bright pre-function space is located in front of the Cascades Ballroom and leads to the Cascades Patio. This spacious area is ideal for mingling during events held in the Cascades Ballroom.

      • A modern lodge-style building with large glass windows is shown at dusk, featuring an outdoor stone fire pit surrounded by natural landscaping and warm interior lighting.

      Fall Creek Falls Cascades Patio

      Average rates: $600
      Capacity: 50 guests

      The Cascades Patio is located near the front of the lodge. This spacious area offers a large stone fire pit.

      • Elegant wedding reception setup in a rustic hall with wooden floors. Tables are arranged in rows and adorned with candles and greenery, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere.
      • A large lodge-style building with wood siding sits on a sloped grassy area, featuring wraparound porches and railings under a clear blue sky.
      • A gathering of guests mingles in a sunny courtyard surrounded by rustic buildings, with children playing games and people chatting at outdoor tables.
      • A gathering of guests mingles in a sunny courtyard surrounded by rustic buildings, with children playing games and people chatting at outdoor tables.

      Fall Creek Falls Recreation Hall

      Average rates: $335–$670
      Capacity: 175 guests

      This versatile, multi-room building near Taft Village has several rooms of various sizes for all your wedding, event, and conference needs. There is ample parking near this venue.

      Nearby: Swimming pool, snack bar and Fall Creek Falls Outfitters 
       

      • A small outdoor wedding ceremony takes place on a scenic overlook surrounded by forested hills, with the couple standing before an officiant as guests watch from wooden benches.
      • A forest overlook wedding shows the couple and officiant framed in the distance as guests sit on wooden benches beneath a canopy of trees.
      • Semi-circle of benches overlooking a forested valley from a stone platform.

      Fall Creek Falls Secret Overlook

      Average rates: $550
      Capacity: 50 guests

      Shhhh. This is our best-kept secret at Fall Creek Falls State Park. The perfect spot for an intimate ceremony, this secluded area offers an unforgettable setting for small, private events. It is accessible via a short walk through the stunning natural surroundings. With seating for up to 50 guests and additional standing room, this picturesque location provides an unparalleled backdrop for your special day. Limited parking is available just a short distance away, with space for up to three cars. The majority of the area is a grassy open space that is a perfect venue for any private event. 

      • A paved walkway over a narrow lake leads to a large lodge-style building surrounded by tall trees and open grassy areas.
      • A paved walkway leads across a small footbridge toward a modern lodge-style building set on a grassy hill surrounded by tall trees.
      • A paved walkway leads across a small footbridge toward a modern lodge-style building set on a grassy hill surrounded by tall trees.
      • A paved walkway leads across a small footbridge toward a modern lodge-style building set on a grassy hill surrounded by tall trees.

      Pier

      Average rates: $1000
      Capacity: 100 guests

      The lake serves as the beautiful backdrop to the pier making it an ideal setting for wedding ceremonies and special events.  

      • A long, decorated dining table with white chairs and festive centerpieces is set beneath an outdoor covered area next to a stone wall and staircase.

      Fall Creek Falls Pier Patio

      Average rates: $850
      Capacity: 50 guests
      • A modern courtyard at dusk features Adirondack chairs circling a glowing fire pit beneath string lights, with large glass walls and warm interior lighting in the background.
      • A courtyard with black Adirondack chairs arranged around a metal fire pit sits beside a modern building with large glass windows and string lights overhead.
      • A modern outdoor courtyard features black Adirondack chairs arranged around a fire pit, with nearby café tables and surrounding stone and glass buildings under a partly cloudy sky.
      • A modern outdoor courtyard features black Adirondack chairs arranged around a fire pit, with nearby café tables and surrounding stone and glass buildings under a partly cloudy sky.

      Fall Creek Falls Lakeview Terrace

      Average rates: $600
      Capacity: 50 guests

      The Lakeview Terrace offers elevated views of Fall Creek Falls Lake and a fire pit with Adirondack-style chairs under gorgeous string lights. The Lake Level Terrace also offers views of Fall Creek Falls Lake from ground level.  

      • A covered lakeside patio glows with string lights above a long outdoor bar and seating area that overlooks the water at dusk.
      • A covered lakeside patio glows with string lights above a long outdoor bar and seating area that overlooks the water.
      • A covered lakeside patio glows with string lights above a long outdoor bar and seating area that overlooks the water.
      • A covered lakeside patio glows with string lights above a long outdoor bar and seating area that overlooks the water.

      Fall Creek Falls Bar Terrace

      Average rates: $850
      Capacity: 50 guests
      • Amphitheater with rows of empty metal benches facing the stage

      Fall Creek Falls Amphitheater

      Average rates: $125
      Capacity: 350 guests

      The Fall Creek Falls Amphitheater is an open-air venue that holds up to 350 people. It features a stage area and bench seating. There is ample parking and it is ADA-compliant. The amphitheater is located near the Recreation Hall and swimming pool.

      Please note: Due to the Amphitheater being located near the Fall Creek Falls Swimming Pool, there may be loud noise on certain days from swimming pool patrons from Memorial Day to Labor Day. 

      • A simple meeting room features wood-look floors, a dark cabinet with a microwave and mini fridge, a corkboard and whiteboard on the wall, and a door leading outside.
      • A covered outdoor pavilion with green paneled walls and globe lights features Adirondack chairs and a small landscaped planter at its center.
      • A covered outdoor pavilion with green paneled walls and globe lights features Adirondack chairs and a small landscaped planter at its center.
      • An empty room with wood-look flooring, high white ceilings, large windows, and stacked chairs along one wall.

      Fall Creek Falls Gilbert Gaul Room

      Average rates: $150
      Capacity: 30 guests

      The Gilbert Gaul Room is a small meeting and event space. It holds 30 people and has an attached patio. The restrooms are right outside. It is located in the Taft Village area just to the left of the General Store. It is an easy walk to the Snack Bar and Grill. Cables for A/V equipment are provided as a TV and whiteboard. 

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    Pavilions

    Fall Creek Falls State Park has a total of seven picnic shelters/pavilions that may be reserved for your next event or gathering. Each shelter has a maximum capacity of 50 people. The shelters are equipped with picnic tables, a grill, and most have access to restrooms. Depending upon the shelter, you will have access to a playground, swimming area or pool, or a ballfield is nearby.

    Full day shelter reservations may be made online or by calling the park.

    Picnic shelters or pavilions may be reserved online up to one year in advance with a paid reservation fee. There is a $5 cancellation fee for picnic shelter or pavilion reservations cancelled eight days or more in advance of the reserved date. Reservations cancelled seven days or less in advance of the reserved date forfeit all paid fees.

      • Open wooden pavilion in a park with picnic tables and trees.

      Fall Creek Falls Shelter 1

      Average rates: $66
      Capacity: 75 guests

      Located near the Nature Center Comfort Station this shelter features water and electricity and access to playgrounds.

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      • Wooden picnic shelter with tables in a sunny park.

      Fall Creek Falls Shelter 2

      Average rates: $66
      Capacity: 75 guests

      Located across the road from the Nature Center Comfort Station this facility has electricity and water. The playground and restrooms are across the street.

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      • Wooden picnic shelter surrounded by trees in sunlight.

      Fall Creek Falls Shelter 3

      Average rates: $66
      Capacity: 75 guests

      Located at the George Hole Swimming Area this facility is near a very scenic area and popular swimming hole. No water or electricity is available at this shelter.

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      • Cabin in a forest with a metal roof and shaded surroundings.

      Fall Creek Falls Shelter 4

      Average rates: $66
      Capacity: 75 guests

      Screened in facility located in the Village Green Area of the park near the Olympic-size swimming pool. The facility has access to electricity and water.

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      • Pavilion with picnic tables in a wooded area.

      Fall Creek Falls Shelter 5

      Average rates: $66
      Capacity: 75 guests

      Shelter is located across from lighted softball field near boat dock in the Village Green Area of the park. This shelter is complete with electricity and running water.

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      • A wooden pavilion in a sunny park with picnic tables inside.
      • Sheltered picnic area with wooden tables on gravel.

      Fall Creek Falls Eli Shelter 1

      Average rates: $66
      Capacity: 80 guests

      Eli Shelter 1 is in the Eli Field Camping Area. It includes 15 picnic tables, accommodates up to 80 people, and offers nearby restrooms, water, and electricity.

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      • Open-sided picnic shelter with wooden benches in a park setting.
      • Shelter with picnic tables on grassy field under blue sky with clouds.
      • Wooden picnic shelter with empty tables and a grill, surrounded by trees.
      • Covered picnic area with wooden tables and gravel floor in a park.

      Fall Creek Falls Eli Shelter 2

      Average rates: $66
      Capacity: 80 guests

      Eli Shelter 2 is in the Eli Field Camping Area. It includes 21 picnic tables, accommodates up to 80 people, and offers nearby restrooms, water, and electricity.

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    All rates subject to change. Taxes and fees are added upon reservation.   

    • A modern lakeside lodge glows warmly at dusk, surrounded by trees and reflected in the calm water below.

    The Lodge at Fall Creek Falls

    The Lodge at Fall Creek Falls features over 5,000 square feet of flexible indoor event space. Conference and meeting spaces are available inside the Lodge and at several locations throughout the park. The on-site catering, meeting facilities, and outdoor recreation make it easy for groups to meet, eat, and play. It is an ideal destination for corporate retreats, team-building excursions, weddings, and trainings. 

    Event Space Includes: 

    • Over 5,000 square feet of flexible event space inside the Lodge. 
    • Outdoor venues like the secret overlook, lakeside pier, and amphitheater. 
    • New on-site restaurant and lounge with full-service catering options. 
    • 85 lakeside Lodge rooms, including 3 suites, and 30 cabins. 
    Learn More about the Lodge at Fall Creek Falls

    Planning a Wedding?

    Check out our Wedding Page and reach out to let our team help you plan.  

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    Planning Guides

    Submit your contact information and download our Event Planning Guide or Catering Guide. We look forward to helping you plan a successful group event.  

    Need Catering?

    The Lodge at Fall Creek Falls offers many options for breakfast, snacks, lunch, and dinner. Contact us today!

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