the hitching post

 Offering a unique venue for event & wedding celebrations.  

The 2500 sq. ft. insulated barn space can be converted between an air conditioned indoor event room and an outdoor expandable space. 

The renovated horse barn has 8 stall doors to combine the indoor area with the 2080 sq. ft. covered outdoor deck.  

The pasture serves as a beautiful setting that can be used for an outdoor ceremony.  

Plan an outdoor ceremony with an indoor reception, an indoor ceremony with an outdoor reception, use the Loft staircase for the grand entrance or walk the 120' path to the giant Cottonwood tree….  

There are multiple options! 

Bride’s choice!

•  Seating for up to 260 guests; 120 indoor / 140 outdoor (attached covered patio)
• All rentals are 2 consecutive days to allow setup time (8 a.m. Friday to 10 a.m. on Sunday).  
• In most cases, clean up can be the Sunday morning. 
• Convertible A/C area allowing last minute changes due to weather concerns. 
• Licensed Vendor Catering allowed.  Shale Lake does not provide Catering Services.  
• No outside Alcohol allowed (Wine, Cocktails, Bottled Beer and Kegs available at an Additional cost). 
• Dual Fire tables on a brick patio with straw bale seating for 30 guests. 
• Flexible Lighting, multiple layout and decor choices for a barn wedding that REALLY is unique. 
• Bride-away dressing area and Groom's room. Service Kitchen, tables, chairs and place settings available at no additional cost. 

 10 Cabins available for rent.  Up to 40 overnight guests. Note: Base price of cabins is for 2 guests.  There is an additional charge for additional guests.  Maximum Occupancy per unit strictly enforced.