Luxurious Woodsy Wedding Retreat
Holds ceremonies and receptions
Laura Brackley
VENUE DIRECTOR
Now Booking 2026 Events! Also reach out for Winter Pricing (November - March)
Camp Elsewhere is the newest addition to The Elsewhere Collection, nestled in the woods of Waupaca, Wisconsin, surrounded by quaint lakes on all sides. With over 50 acres of private trails and land, Camp Elsewhere is the perfect spot for any couple looking to celebrate with friends and family, especially for an extended stay.
For the ceremony, utilize our darling onsite cedar chapel for the perfect lake-view wedding among gorgeous woods and landscaping, for 120 guests. Take advantage of our luxurious getting-ready lounges for bride and grooms' wedding parties including private bar, cozy sofas, manicure/pedicure area, full make-up and hair rooms.
For the reception, our main building accommodates 100 guests and radiates a modern woodsy-lodge, perfect for a romantic dinner or the best dancing music. That includes both our inside and outside bars, an excellent spot for cocktail hour! Our reception hall includes a full-catering kitchen for any food preparation or storage. If you have a larger party the main building becomes the perfect cocktail lounge while our large peaked white tent will seat up to 250 for dinner.
For the lodging, our retreat accommodates up to 80 guests! Our getaway provides an upscale camping and lodging experience, with the most up-to-date darling dwellings for all of your guests, including the following:
Bride & Groom Suite
2 Additional Suites
6 Cabins
6 Canvas-Walled Glamping Tents
4 Refurbished Shasta Campers
+ Bring your own tent!
Consult the team at Camp Elsewhere to explore our full range of offerings. We are passionate about what we do and look forward to hosting you and yours on your special day.
Woman-owned Business
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Beach
Waterfront
Garden
Park
Religious Setting
Church
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Bar Rental
Destination Weddings
Rentals & Equipment
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Meet the team
Laura Brackley
Venue Director
Laura brings with her a wealth of knowledge from her years in hospitality across the country, from Washington to New York. She considers herself lucky to have landed in the charming town of Waupaca, at THE BEST venue. She cannot wait to share the magic of Camp over a tour and during your event. Let the relaxing views of the water, the upscale coziness of the lodge and the delight of being surrounded by your friends and family (for several days if you wish) be the memory that lasts a life time.
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.06 reviews
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Camp Elsewhere is a stunning venue for a magical outdoor wedding, offering a unique camping experience for couples and their guests. The staff, particularly Laura, receives high praise for their professionalism, helpfulness, and seamless communication throughout the planning process. Guests enjoyed various activities like canoeing, paddle boarding, and karaoke, making it a memorable weekend celebration. The picturesque pine tree setting, charming accommodations, and exceptional event space contribute to Camp Elsewhere being highly recommended for couples seeking a nature-filled wedding experience.Review photos
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Jake K
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5.0
8/02/2025
We had our wedding here in June of 2025.
Staff and Communication: 5/5. The staff at Camp Elsewhere were present when needed to be, and hands off when needed to be. Things would get...
done without us asking. It was almost like a magic trick. Camp Elsewhere communicated with us professionally, but also personably. I didn't feel like just any customer. They made sure all of our needs, and wants. were met
Event Space: 10/5. OMG. THE BEST SPACE. So many people told us this was THE BEST WEDDING they had ever been to. Gorgeous area, great accommodations, lots of character and charm.
I would recommend Camp Elsewhere to ANYONE getting married. They made it a WEEKEND to remember, not just a few special hours.
Response from Camp Elsewhere on 09/08/2025
Jake and Ben - you two know how to throw a party! Thank you for choosing us to celebrate y...
our love. We won’t soon forget the disco balls or the sweet stained glass details that you brought to an outdoor ceremony. We wish you didn’t live so far away.
Robyn F
5.0
10/04/2025
This location allows you to rent out an entire camp ground for you and your guests. I love being out in nature and this allowed that to happen and give the full wedding experience ...
all in one place. This was such a magical experience. Highly recommend for those looking to have a camping wedding experience.
Response from Camp Elsewhere on 10/18/2025
Thank you Robyn. We delighted in hosting you and Sam. Cheers!
Any questions?
Annika B
5.0
9/09/2025
We truly had the most magical Wedding Day at Camp Elsewhere! The venue itself is stunning and having the accommodations for our families and wedding parties to spend the night on s...
ite for the weekend made it that much more special! We are so thankful we chose this venue for our big day and thank Laura for all she did for us!
Response from Camp Elsewhere on 09/11/2025
Annika & Bryce - you planned every last detail and it showed. We are thrilled that you en...
joyed your time with us. Thank you for choosing Camp Elsewhere, and thanks for the sweet review!
Ben M
5.0
9/07/2025
Camp Elsewhere was exactly what we were looking for for our outdoor, woodsy wedding. We looked at several other "outdoor" venues, but nothing compared to what Camp Elsewhere has to...
offer! From the very start, Laura was professional and so easy to communicate with. She is very helpful and made the whole planning process a breeze. We loved that so many of our guests could stay right at the camp and celebrate all weekend with us! We all enjoyed canoeing, walking in the woods, having drinks out of an ice filled canoe, and ending the night around a fire. We had the most beautiful ceremony surrounded by pine trees- so many of our guests told us it was one of the most beautiful weddings they have ever attended. Camp Elsewhere is gorgeous, wonderfully staffed, and we highly recommend this venue to anyone planning a wedding!
Response from Camp Elsewhere on 09/08/2025
Ben & Abby, We had so much fun celebrating your love. Thank you for the kind words and t...
he sweet memories- we love how you embraced all that Camp is. Cheers!!
Catherine B
5.0
7/23/2025
I cannot imagine our wedding anywhere else. From the moment my husband (!) and I visited Camp Elsewhere to tour the venue, we knew "this is it." We wanted a Dirty Dancing, everlast...
ing summer feeling for our wedding weekend, where our friends could stay all through the night celebrating with us. And celebrate we did! From paddle boarding to canoeing, playing horseshoes and ladder golf, and singing karaoke, we made use of the whole venue and had a blast doing it.
Laura is an all-star and was so easy to work with from the start. She was super responsive and no question was too small to ask. The team behind her is incredible, and everyone was so kind and helpful.
We really can't recommend Camp Elsewhere enough, from the beautiful grounds to the amenities and wonderful staff that make it all possible. Thanks for making our wedding dreams come true!
(Wedding photos by the incredible Kelsie Herzog Photography!!)
Response from Camp Elsewhere on 09/08/2025
Hi Cat - thank you for the stars and for filling the venue with the true warmth of your fr...
iends and the vibrance of all the sweet details you all picked out. Summery fun to remember for sure!!!
Amanda W
5.0
10/28/2024
Camp Elsewhere was truly made for dream camp weddings. We had our Welcome Party and full wedding onsite in mid-October, and it was just a dream (the buildings, and the diversity of...
each event's layout). Their team was super communicative (and just fun to be around) and were extremely helpful for us in coordinating details + ensuring everything was just right. They also did a great job of helping us prepare for things we might not think about (adequate outdoor lighting, parking, etc.) - which was very helpful in avoiding surprises during our big weekend. If I could do it all over again at Camp Elsewhere, I would in a heartbeat. It's a very special place.
Response from Camp Elsewhere on 11/13/2024
Amanda,
Thank you so much for the lovely review and stars. We really enjoyed hosting your...
crew and discussing details leading up to your big day.
Your event was beautiful, and we would do it again in a heartbeat, too!
Cheers to you and Brian,
Jessie, Laura & the Camp Crew
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