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Local guides and stories from the Driftless Region of Wisconsin

The Driftless Region rewards people who slow down and look around. We have had decades to do exactly that. These posts cover the places we return to, the seasonal things worth planning a trip around, and life here on 200 acres in Sparta.

Category: Elopements & Weddings
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Creative Wedding Ideas for Your Sparta Celebration

Planning a wedding is about crafting an experience that's uniquely yours. If you're searching for wedding ideas that blend rustic charm, natural beauty, and elegance, Justin Trails Resort is the place to make it happen. No matter your vision, our gor… Read more
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5 Enchanting Elopement Ideas for Your Big Day

Planning the perfect intimate ceremony is easy when you have a few elopement ideas to get you started. And every detail — big or small — counts toward making your special day memorable. From timing your ceremony to choosing the right elopement ceremo… Read more
A bride and groom stand on a rustic balcony, with the groom in a suit and the bride holding a bouquet, framed by wooden beams.

Plan Your Wisconsin Elopement at Justin Trails Resort in 2023

Are you one of the lucky couples planning your upcoming Wisconsin elopement? There are many places to choose from, especially when opting for a more intimate event, but none compare to Justin Trails Resort. Our expansive 200-acre property in the Drif… Read more
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A Garden Wedding at our Barn Wedding Venue in Wisconsin

If you’re beginning the search for the best wedding venues in Wisconsin for a stunning garden wedding, look no further than our beautiful 200-acre farm with an elegant barn venue and fantastic lodging accommodations for your closest friends and famil… Read more
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The Best Places to Elope at our Wisconsin Bed and Breakfast

As you begin to sift through the best places to elope in Wisconsin, you'll want to envision that monumental day. A quiet garden setting in the shade of a towering 150-year-old Silver Oak, a vibrant red barn set on rolling green hills, or magical wood… Read more
A bride and groom dance together in a warmly lit barn surrounded by guests celebrating.

The Best Wisconsin Wedding Venues at our Resort

As you begin the hunt for the best Wisconsin wedding venues, look no further than our beautiful resort property in the Driftless Region near Sparta, WI. Justin Trails Resort is multifaceted—you’ll find the Elegant Barn, stunning garden grounds, lush … Read more
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The Best Rustic Wedding Venue in Wisconsin

A beautiful setting and location is one the most important parts of a successful wedding and our Wisconsin Bed and Breakfast is the rustic wedding venue of your dreams. We offer three prime locations: our perennial gardens, woodlands, and an elegantl… Read more
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Elope in Beautiful Driftless Wisconsin

You’ve found that special guy or gal — the person with whom you want to spend the rest of your life. There’s nothing quite like falling head over heels in love. It can be quite dizzying in fact. Your elopement doesn’t have to be though. Whether you’v… Read more