Set against the backdrop of ancient Ozark forests and rolling hills, Forest Springs Resort offers an extraordinary setting for life's most meaningful celebrations. From elopements to micro-weddings, we craft experiences that honor your vision while embracing the natural splendor of our surroundings.
Intimate
Elopements & small ceremonies up to 30 guests
Larger
40 to 60 guests with a rented tent and restroom trailer
Full Buyout
All 50 rooms reserved for your guests
A Venue Unlike Any Other
Our 10+ acre property offers a few simple outdoor spaces, each with its own character. Exchange vows among the pines under string lights, gather in the gazebo, or host an intimate dinner in our community room with your own caterer.
Every space has been thoughtfully designed to complement rather than compete with nature. String lights woven through the pines and the crackle of the fire pits create an atmosphere of magic and romance that no ballroom can match.
Our Venue Spaces
The Pines
About 20 to 30 guestsOur outdoor forest ceremony space, set among the pines and strung with lights. The dappled light filtering through the canopy creates an ethereal atmosphere at any time of day, and it glows after dark.
Best for: Outdoor ceremonies, romantic photography
The Gazebo
Up to about 18 seatedA covered spot on the grounds, ideal for the smallest ceremonies and for a little shelter if the weather turns. Particularly lovely during golden hour.
Best for: Elopements, intimate ceremonies
The Lawn
40 to 60 guests with a rented tentOpen lawn with fire pits nearby for evenings under the stars. For a group larger than a micro-wedding, couples rent a tent and a restroom trailer and set it up here.
Best for: Receptions, fire pit evenings, tented celebrations
The Community Room
About 20 seatedOur indoor community room, a comfortable space for a small dinner brought in by your own caterer, with beer and wine from the Forest Lounge.
Best for: Rehearsal dinners, small gatherings, rain backup
Bring Your Own Vendors
Photography
Your own photographer, free to use the whole property
Catering
Your own caterer; beer and wine available from the Forest Lounge
Florals
Your own florist; local florists specialize in natural arrangements
Entertainment
DJs, bands, and acoustic performers for any style
Moments from celebrations held beneath the Ozark canopy
A Complete Wedding Weekend
What sets Forest Springs apart is our ability to host your entire wedding weekend. Guests stay in our beautiful accommodations, enjoy the spa and amenities, and spend quality time together in a stunning natural setting.
From welcome gatherings around the fire pits to a slow morning before departure, we help you create a celebration that spans days, not hours. Your loved ones leave not just having attended a wedding, but having shared a transformative experience in the Ozark wilderness.
- Welcome dinner and bonfire on Thursday or Friday evening
- Rehearsal dinner in the community room, catered by your own vendor
- Morning-of wellness rituals for the bridal party
- Ceremony and reception in your chosen spaces
- Post-wedding brunch before departure
- Group activities like hiking, pickleball, or forest bathing
Beyond Weddings
Forest Springs is also an exceptional venue for corporate retreats, milestone celebrations, family reunions, and intimate concerts. Our team works closely with each client to design events that leverage our unique spaces and natural surroundings.
The combination of inspiring natural beauty, wellness amenities, and comfortable accommodations creates the perfect environment for team building, strategic planning sessions, or simply celebrating shared achievements.