4.4
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Recently had my wedding and reception at Maumee Bay Lodge and could not be happier. It was a very smooth experience from the start of the planning process to the day of event, Maumee Bay coordinator Julia was amazing and made the process stress free. Check out this venue, you will not be disappointed.
Karen M.
5.0
We could not have asked for a better venue. Maumee Bay has a beautiful property and we loved being able to have the ceremony on the patio and then have guests walk right upstairs for the reception. Guests also loved hanging out on the balcony throughout the evening as well. The ballroom was a great space and Julia was extremely helpful throughout the entire experience. I would recommend Maumee Bay to anyone and everyone!!!
Riley D.
5.0
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Maumee Bay Lodge is a gorgeous hotel and wedding venue in Oregon, OH. Located within Maumee Bay State Park, it offers picturesque natural surroundings that act as an unforgettable backdrop for life's most romantic celebrations.
Boasting a selection of fabulous event spaces, Maumee Bay Lodge invites you and your beloved to choose the settings that best match your needs. Ceremonies often take place on the Brick Patio, overlooking the venue's fountain pond and the tranquil waters of Lake Erie. This outdoor ceremony location is available to rent with the Grand Ballroom, accommodating up to 300 guests. The ballroom is flooded with natural light, featuring large windows, an outdoor balcony area, and all of the necessary items to set up your dream event. Couples can also opt to host their ceremony on the North Lawn, a lush, grassy area located directly next to the lake. North Lawn rentals are available with receptions in the venue's White Tent. This indoor/outdoor option boasts a true lakeside feel with fabulous views that stretch as far as the eye can see. The White Tent welcomes receptions of up to 130 guests, with flexible setup options and a range of event items available to create your preferred layout. Private dressing rooms and overnight accommodations are available within the lodge, guaranteeing plenty of space for you and your guests to prepare for the occasion and recharge after a long day of festivities.
The exceptional events team at Maumee Bay Lodge will provide comprehensive wedding planning and coordination services. From layout planning and decor selection to setup and execution, they will ensure each detail is perfectly in place. On-site catering and beverage services are available, guaranteeing delectable menu options that can be tailored to suit your unique needs and preferences. What's more, your dedicated wedding coordinator will help organize room blocks for your guests, guaranteeing a comfortable stay for friends and family.
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
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
Ballroom
Beach
Waterfront
Hotel
Park
Restaurant
Tented
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Food & Catering
Planning
Rentals & Equipment
Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
2025 'Best of Weddings'
Best of Weddings
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Julia Larsen
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Maumee Bay is a beautiful lakeside venue with picturesque ceremony spots and convenient on-site lodging and amenities. The staff and coordinator were highly responsive, professional, and kept planning and the day running smoothly, even with weather changes. Guests praised the food, reception spaces (ballroom, tent, balcony), and overall experience.Review photos
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emily e
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5.0
9/16/2025
Julia at Maumee Bay was SO incredible and easy to work with. Any questions we had or issues we ran into were quickly answered and dealt with. The venue itself was too gorgeous for ...
words (we used the north lawn and the tent reception). Multiple guests told us it was the best wedding they had ever been to. Also knowing they had multiple activities for entertainment outside the wedding was such a stress reliever. As the bride I did not have to worry about entertaining any of the guests. The front desk staff were great, the waitresses at the restaurant, and the amenities we had in the cabins were also fantastic. The Lodge made our wedding day so perfect it does not even feel real.
Karen M
5.0
7/01/2026
Recently had my wedding and reception at Maumee Bay Lodge and could not be happier. It was a very smooth experience from the start of the planning process to the day of event, Maum...
ee Bay coordinator Julia was amazing and made the process stress free. Check out this venue, you will not be disappointed.
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Riley D
5.0
6/26/2026
We could not have asked for a better venue. Maumee Bay has a beautiful property and we loved being able to have the ceremony on the patio and then have guests walk right upstairs f...
or the reception. Guests also loved hanging out on the balcony throughout the evening as well. The ballroom was a great space and Julia was extremely helpful throughout the entire experience. I would recommend Maumee Bay to anyone and everyone!!!
Ashleigh D
5.0
6/03/2026
We had a great experience at our wedding! Julia was incredible and so attentive and helpful. Food was amazing as well. The location just off the lake is beautiful.
Highly recommen...
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madison p
5.0
11/21/2025
Maumee Bay State Park was the perfect place for our wedding, and we truly cannot say enough amazing things about this venue and their incredible staff! From the moment we booked un...
til the very end of our big day, everything was beyond what we could have hoped for.
A huge thank you goes to their Catering and Sales Manager, Julia Larsen. Julia guided us through every step of the planning process and consistently went above and beyond for us. No matter how many emails, questions, or clarifications we needed, she always responded quickly, kindly, and thoroughly. She explained anything my husband and I were unsure about, never once making us feel overwhelmed. And the fact that she was there on our actual wedding day—making sure everything was running smoothly—meant the world to us. Her presence was such a comfort and truly made the day seamless.
The venue itself was absolutely BEAUTIFUL. All week long the forecast called for nonstop downpours, but the rain held off and the day turned out perfect. We couldn’t have dreamed up a more stunning setting—especially with those gorgeous willow trees that made our photos (and our ceremony!) feel straight out of a fairytale.
Every single staff member who played a role in our wedding was so helpful, attentive, and kind. You can tell this team genuinely cares about their couples and takes pride in making each wedding special.
Choosing Maumee Bay State Park was one of the best decisions we made. They made our wedding day—and every day leading up to it—the most amazing experience of our lives. We are forever grateful! 💛🌿
Monica C
5.0
8/21/2025
Julia and the team at Maumee Bay were a pleasure to work with. Julia was highly professional and responsive to every question. She helped me plan unique experiences for our outdo...
or ceremony and July tent reception. The venue offered an all-in-one local for our guest where they could stay and enjoy the beautiful lakeside experience. Our family stayed in the reunion cabin, which offered a high-quality area to prepare on the days before the wedding and rest after. The food was wonderful as well. I most appreciated Julia and the team's help on the day of. The weather was questionable, and we had to be flexible moving the ceremony inside of the tent. She checked in several times throughout the event making sure my guests and I were comfortable. It was fun to get back to the cabin around 2 a.m. to see a special gift and appetizers awaiting us along with our cake all boxed up (highly recommend a smaller cutting cake boxed back to your room for you to enjoy and guest cake to be set out), after enjoying our closest friends at the Icebreaker Lounge. The natural beauty of the lodge, service, and amenities (golf!) are unmatched for our area. Thank you, Maumee Bay, for an unforgettable weekend full of memories that we can continue visiting for many anniversaries to come!
Ashley M
5.0
9/06/2024
Julia and Amy were so amazing and great to work with during the planning process. Julia responded to emails quickly and there were no issues the day of because Julia and Amy took c...
are of everything. I highly recommend.
Hanna L
5.0
6/23/2024
We had our wedding at Maumee Bay and it was amazing!!! The staff at Maumee Bay is fantastic and Julia Larsen was amazing to work with from start to finish!! I could not recommend h...
aving a wedding at Maumee Bay enough!
Tiffany E
5.0
6/07/2024
My now husband and I wanted to have an intimate ceremony with light refreshments after. We were hesitate to contact Maumee because it seemed they catered more to couples planning l...
arge weddings, but we were pleasantly surprised. Julia (Maumee Bay Staff) was professional from start to finish and helped make our day special. The scenery was beautiful and the added hotel room the night before and night after was an additional perk.
Nikky B
5.0
6/05/2024
The most beautiful venue and amazing customer service by the wedding sales manager, Julia Larsen. The staff went above and beyond to make sure our big day was stress free.
Jessica E
5.0
5/19/2024
I just had my wedding at Maumee Bay this past Friday, and I must say that it has far exceeded my expectations!! Julia and the staff at Maumee Bay were so kind and went above and be...
yond to make our wedding dreams come true! They went the extra mile when it came to making us feel welcomed and comfortable, including giving us free bike rentals the day before our wedding. I would highly recommend having your wedding here. Not only is the venue gorgeous, but the staff is excellent!
Malak A
5.0
5/05/2024
Maumme Bay was my dream wedding and more!! If I could give this venue/ wedding coordinator more than 5 stars I would. Juila Larsen was our wedding coordinator and I absolutely coul...
d have not asked for a better person to have on throughout the wedding process and even on the wedding day. She just made everything SO smooth, every single request I had she took care of, she went ABOVE and BEYOND which is exactly what every bride wants!
The venue itself, we did the north Lawn for the ceremony and the tent for the reception with 2 heaters ( we got married in April ), it was cold that day; however, Julia asked if we wanted to move the ceremony inside, we ended up doing the ceremony outside, the lake Erie background just was so gorgeous still.
The food, servers, and reception tent were all top notch! Also, the ceremony space, reception, and hotel all being on the same property just was a game changer! All of the out of town guest which was nearly 80%, they made a weekend out of it and went to the imagination station. We also golfed on Friday before rehearsal dinner with the bridal party and that was a great course as well.
Karie M
5.0
1/12/2024
Maumee Bay was my dream wedding venue. We had our ceremony outside in the sunshine by the water, and our reception inside the air conditioned ballroom. We had horderves under the t...
ent and lawn games set up nearby. We loved that our out of town family and friends had the option of staying onsite so we could all be together. Julia the maumee bay coordinator was so wonderful to work with and she went above and beyond, making our wedding day wonderful.
Kristina K
5.0
6/15/2023
I had the honor of working with Julia Larsen at Maumee Bay and she helped make our wedding “the best wedding ever,” per many of our guests. The venue itself is stunning and having ...
the ability to have the wedding, reception, and the hotel all in one place was a game changer. I also loved the bar for after the reception as a place to keep the party going! Julia in particular was really great at communicating with me and when we had a hiccup in the process Julia went above and beyond to make it right! I still can’t get over how delicious the food was too! If Maumee Bay is in your budget I can’t recommend it enough!
Allison R
1.0
4/24/2022
Beautiful wedding venue but terrible service. You cannot officially book a wedding until 15 months prior to the date but Heather promised us we would get the date we wanted and she...
would personally call us to draw up the contract when we are 15 months out. She never called, we called every day twice a day and she would not answer. After having a family friend call (so she didn't recognize the number) she finally answered and said she gave our wedding date to someone else. Not only were we lied to but also ignored for 2 weeks so she didn't have to tell us the truth. Please go anywhere else
Response from Maumee Bay Lodge on 10/29/2025
Hello!
Thank you for voicing your concerns. We now have a new sales manager who has taken...
over weddings!
Rachel M
2.0
9/13/2021
Maumee Bay Lodge is a GORGEOUS wedding venue right on Lake Erie. Guests raved about the foot (we chose the BBQ at the Bay Buffet). It's also one of the more affordable wedding ve...
nues in the area that my husband and I looked at. HOWEVER, we had SERIOUS communication issues with the wedding/event managers and staff at Maumee Bay throughout the last few MONTHS leading up to the wedding day. So much so that details for the wedding day were not finalized until the wednesday/thursday before the wedding. Planning had been pretty stress free up until these issues. We ended up having to quickly order a new cake & desserts from an outside bakery less than 2 weeks before our wedding because the pastry chef at Maumee Bay (who was supposed to be providing the cake) had retired and not communicated this with any of her clients. Other Maumee Bay staff had also failed to communicate that to us and we only found out by arriving at Maumee Bay in person (to try to talk to someone for answers) and asking several Maumee Bay staff if they could tell us what was going on. On top of this, Maumee Bay also tried overcharging us by several THOUSANDS of dollars and we were only given the correct balance when we asked for an itemized list of what we were paying for. At the end of it all, I loved how picturesque Maumee Bay was and our guests loved everything about it however, I was not happy with the wedding/event management and staff and the lack of communication.
Savannah B
5.0
7/16/2019
Kendra. Is. AMAZING!!! She and her fellow staff at Maumee Bay made sure they did everything in their power to ensure we had a beautiful wedding. And they sure did deliver! Our drea...
m wedding absolutely came true thanks to Kendra and staff. They are so incredibly organized and so quick to respond. The second I saw Kendra the day of she didn't hesitate to ask what I needed and delivered within a matter of seconds. They are professional, caring and extremely good at what they do. Any questions we had were answered in great detail, and I was confident going into the day of the wedding knowing that everything was taken care of! My guests won't stop talking about how great the food and drinks were and how accommodating the staff was! My husband's side of the wedding had to travel from North Carolina so it was important to us that we had a venue that was all-inclusive and Maumee Bay is absolutely the best choice for that! They had both rooms and cabins available for our guests to stay, as well as all the amenities you could dream of. Once my guests arrived, they didn't have to go anywhere else which was so convenient! The only thing I was worried about was that they didn't have a bridal suite for the wedding party to get ready- but it ended up being no problem! The guys got ready in one of the groomsmen's cabins, and the bridal suite you get that's included in the cost was plenty big enough for my bridal party of 11 girls!! If you're looking for a waterside all-inclusive venue, I 10/10 recommend Maumee Bay!!!
Alyssa R
4.0
7/09/2019
Maumee Bay was a wonderful location for our wedding reception. The space was clean, the food was excellent, and our guests had a great time. Kendra was fantastic to work with! S...
he was very helpful, organized and friendly. I would definitely recommend this location. The only downside was the rooms could use some updates.
Cam G
5.0
9/26/2018
Our wedding at Maumee Bay Lodge was better than I could have imagined! From the venue, to the staff, to the Maumee Bay setting on the bay, everything was perfect! The staff was v...
ery accommodating which made our wedding and our stay as good as it gets!
Cam G
5.0
8/01/2018
Beautiful ceremony and reception site.
Mallory I
3.0
7/02/2018
Beautiful ceremony and reception. Food was delicious, but we asked for Mac and cheese and got russet potatoes. Liquor package we paid for was supposed to have gin and rum, but it w...
as not there.
Maureen M
5.0
11/14/2017
I was married in October 2017 and I could not have been happier with the service at Maumee Bay. Kendra and the staff made sure I was completely happy at all times and had zero stre...
ss while planning! Guests from the wedding are still calling me and saying how great the staff was and that they would love to come back and stay at The Lodge again!
THANK YOU MAUMEE BAY!
ashley w
5.0
10/18/2017
Kendra and her staff were amazing to work with! Kendra goes above and beyond when working with you. She is quick to return an email and explains everything in such great detail! I ...
would highly recommend using Maumee Bay State Park for your wedding. We keep getting so many compliments on our wedding and told that our guests felt like they were on a quick weekend get away! Such a great compliment to be given.
Kyleigh M
5.0
9/28/2016
10/10 Kendra Buchanan is amazing, and my guests can't stop talking about how great my wedding was. beautiful facility, and the food and service was even better. everything was ver...
y reasonably priced too. love love love
Phoenix G
5.0
9/05/2016
Everything was beautiful and we couldn't have picked a better place to have our wedding. Reasonably priced, flexible, and professional.
Amber P
5.0
6/06/2016
Maumee Bay State Park Lodge and Conference Center was the best place to hold our wedding and reception. We loved the gorgeous scenery, the fact that there was plenty to do for our ...
guests, and that the reception and ceremony were right there! Kendra and her staff were always accommodating and friendly and were willing to bend over backwards for you! We got a lot of comments at how beautiful and perfect the day was and I cannot thank Maumee Bay enough! It was a perfect setting for a perfect day!
Amanda K
5.0
9/09/2015
Beautiful!
Caroline B
5.0
9/16/2013
We recently had our wedding at Maumee Bay State Park. The ceremony was outside and the reception inside. The food was delicious, the staff was amazing and the location was beautifu...
l without having to spend a fortune!
Ashleigh S
5.0
9/13/2013
Pros:
We picked Maumee Bay because we wanted a beach-like feel for our wedding, without having to travel to Florida. The location is gorgeous, and Julie was very helpful with retu...
rning phone calls, answering questions, and coordinating with other vendors. There are lots of options to choose from for meals and appetizers, and we received many compliments on the food.
Cons:
Another reason we selected Maumee Bay was because we wanted to have all our guests stay overnight in the lodge. What we didn't realize was that there are an extremely limited number of rooms available for the summer, and often rooms are booked a year in advance. Therefore, the majority of our guests had to find an alternate hotel. Also, another downside is that there isn't a great alternative for an outdoor wedding ceremony in the event of rain. Their rain plan is to herd everyone into an undecorated, empty ballroom and preform the ceremony there- which is extremely disappointing for brides who have been planning for an outdoor wedding.
Merianna W
5.0
8/12/2013
Julie was wonderful to work with, she was patient and had many great ideas. The staff went above and beyond to make our day special.
Jenna T
4.0
10/24/2012
We were both extremely happy with how the ceremony and reception turned out at Maumee Bay. Having them in the same location was the best decision we made for our wedding and the st...
aff at Maumee Bay was so attentive and helpful!
Sarah B
4.0
10/16/2012
beautiful setting on the lake; lots of places to take pictures with your bridal party; great food and service; easy to work with!
Andrea Y
3.0
10/04/2011
I absolutely loved the look of Maumee Bay. We were married outside and had the reception in the tent, and it was absolutely gorgeous. What I didn't like is the business side of Mau...
mee Bay. We had a contract stating the number of people we were inviting and the estimated payments we had to make before the wedding. A month before the wedding we were told that the tent was not meant to hold 175 guests, 150 is ideally the max. However, we had a contract stating 175 for over a year prior to this and had many conversations with the wedding coordinators there planning for this number of guest. Unfortunatley there had been three different wedding coordinators we had to deal with that each had told us different things. In addition maybe two weeks before the wedding I was told that we owed more money because even though the contract states 175 guest they had only based the dinner on 150 guest. The day after the wedding we woke up to a huge bar tab that they immediately charged my credit card on file for. Even though we had already paid off what we had to according to the contract, because it's all based on an "estimate" that means they can basically charge whatever they want afterwards and say that you had gone over what they had estimated what you would owe. Like I said, it is beautiful but I would use them at your own risk.
Stacey M
4.0
8/29/2011
The site was beautiful and the weather turned out to be PERFECT for an outdoor ceremony and photos! Food was great and service was wonderful. Only downside was the cost but overa...
ll we were very pleased and this fit our vision perfectly!
Sarah M
2.0
8/17/2011
The original person that was in charge of our wedding was very good at following up with us. About a week before the wedding she was out on an emergency. The woman that took over w...
as difficult to reach. I was not able to order food until 3 days before the wedding and two days before I wasn't sure if the reception could be moved inside or not. The staff on the day of did not provide refills of water and disappeared after dinner was served. The bar tab was confusing and I am fairly certain there were extra drinks added. Lemonade and ice tea were supposed to be included as well as coffee on request. People complained that the coffee was hard to get and no one knew about the lemonade or ice tea because it was put behind the bar. Additionally, the staff did not put out enough chairs for the ceremony and people had to stand. On the plus side the park was beautiful!
Angela S
3.0
11/16/2010
Dont base your decision on the food...when we did our taste test the food was excellent but it was cold and not very well presented at our reception. There were several mistakes th...
at were made throughout our recption but after the fact they corrected what they could. The view is great and they try working with you as much as possible...but a lot of things are set in stone with them...like what they provide and will do for you during the ceremony and reception and they make no exceptions what-so-ever. So take it or leave it.
Kelli G
5.0
10/18/2010
My experience with Maumee Bay was exceptional. As a facility they have there act together. I actually believe my sales contact was more organized than I was! They walk you through ...
every step of the process.
The location is breath-taking -- and they can accomodate all size festivities. With tons of activities & cabins for rent -- you are able to turn any wedding into a mini vacation.
Fantastic food, location, & staff. Could not have been more pleased. Great Experience!
Kate W
2.0
6/29/2010
While I was planning my reception the customer service manager was either let go or quit. This proved to be a problem when other people tried to take over her job and had no idea o...
f the items that I had already selected. They also tried to tell us that she quoted prices that were not valid, which we argued was not our problem. On the day of the reception I walked into the hall to speak to the manager on duty about my favors and I was given the "yeah ok" while she went on with her personal conversation. Not impressed!
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