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The Hitching Post
4.9 ★★★★★ 47 Google reviews · Barn wedding venue in Lake Park, Minnesota
Event venue featuring a barn for weddings and other functions, plus on-site lodging.
Plan your tour
- Lodging on-site lodging comes up in reviews and the venue's own info — ask how many beds and whether the wedding-night stay is included
- Phone (218) 532-3550
- Website thehitchingpostmn.com — most venues book tours right on their site
The setting
“The horses are pretty chill but might wander over for social reasons.”
“From the outdoor area near the pond, or the barn for the meal and dance.”
Amenities couples mention
“The barn and cabins are nicely styled and maintained, and you can have the overflow pitch a tent or go for one of the RV hookups.”
“The fire pit is a pretty neat setup and was well stocked with wood.”
“From the outdoor area near the pond, or the barn for the meal and dance.”
What couples say again and again
“This is a beautiful piece of land to use to host events for your nature lovers, but be aware that this place is a little more DIY than some other venues.”
From the reviews
This is a beautiful piece of land to use to host events for your nature lovers, but be aware that this place is a little more DIY than some other venues. The barn and cabins are nicely styled and maintained, and you can have the overflow pitch a tent or go for one of the RV hookups.
WHAT a beautiful place to have your wedding! We had our wedding this past weekend and Todd & Kristi were absolutely amazing and super accommodating with all of our needs. They have numerous beds on site, we used this for wedding party, and people that helped us make our day a SUCCESS.
Todd and Kristi are wonderful people. The Hitching Post and associated bungalos and bunkrooms are well maintained and comfortable. Amazing scenery for georgous photos! Personalize your decorations and transform the barn to reflect your theme.
Whether it is for a wedding or a quiet get-away... it is PERFECT! Beautiful old barn and oak tree sets off this place. They have 4 spots for RV or campers to plug in. Or if you want a cabin/bunkhouse... they have it!
Getting married at The Hitching Post
The Hitching Post comes up for weddings — confirmed on their own site. Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see it at the time of day you'd actually get married — a barn that glows at golden hour can feel very different at noon, and you'll want to walk the path your guests take from parking to ceremony to reception. Second, bring your real questions: the rain plan (where does the ceremony move?), the catering and bar policy, the music curfew, and exactly what's included with the rental — tables, chairs, setup, and teardown are where quotes quietly diverge. Popular dates at barn venues book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
Corporate events & private parties at The Hitching Post
Reviews and the venue's own info mention corporate events, retreats, or private parties at The Hitching Post — barn venues often have real weekday availability since weddings claim the weekends. A quick call answers the three things that matter: weekday and off-season rates, whether the space works for your headcount and A/V needs, and what catering is allowed. If your event lands on a Friday or Saturday in wedding season, ask early.
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