Book your ceremony event in Dakota County Parks.
2026 reservations
Reservations for the 2026 season will open Jan. 12 at 9 a.m. Reservations must be made online. No walk-ins or email requests will be accepted.
Reservations available Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only from May–October. Reservations must be made at least seven days in advance.
If you are interested in an indoor ceremony or reception at Schaar's Bluff Gathering Center or Dakota Lodge, please visit our
Indoor Facilities page for more information and pricing.
Make a reservation
General information
For ceremony site guidelines, go to the
Ceremony Guidelines and Policies page.