From intimate celebrations to corporate retreats, Whispering Pines offers a one-of-a-kind setting surrounded by 147 acres of natural beauty.
Request InformationWhether you're planning a corporate team-building day, a dream outdoor wedding, or a private celebration, our facilities and grounds provide the perfect backdrop.
Take your team out of the boardroom and into the pines. Our facilities are ideal for meetings, retreats, team-building activities, and company outings.
Say "I do" under towering pines. Our amphitheater provides a stunning natural ceremony setting, with the lodge available for receptions and celebrations.
Birthdays, reunions, graduation parties, anniversaries — celebrate life's milestones surrounded by nature in a setting your guests won't forget.
Our newest addition, the Lodge is a beautifully constructed gathering space that blends rustic warmth with modern convenience. Nestled among the pines, it features an open-concept layout perfect for receptions, dinners, meetings, and celebrations.
With ample room for seating, buffet-style catering setups, and a welcoming atmosphere, the Lodge serves as the centerpiece of any event at Whispering Pines. Large windows bring the outdoors in, offering guests beautiful views of the surrounding forest.
Set in a natural clearing among towering trees, our Council Ring and Amphitheater provides a truly unforgettable setting for outdoor ceremonies, performances, and gatherings. The tiered seating is arranged in a semicircle facing a central stage area, creating an intimate atmosphere even for larger groups.
This is where many couples choose to exchange vows — with nothing but birdsong and whispering pines as a backdrop. It's equally suited for corporate keynotes, outdoor workshops, and community celebrations.
Tucked quietly among the pines, our small private chapel offers an intimate and reverent setting unlike anything else in the area. With its warm wood interior and peaceful surroundings, it provides a truly meaningful space for life's most sacred moments.
The chapel is ideal for small weddings, vow renewals, prayer services, baptisms, and private memorial ceremonies. Its size creates a feeling of closeness and warmth that larger venues simply can't match — making every word spoken inside feel personal and significant.
Beyond our dedicated facilities, the full 147-acre property is available for your event. Meadows, forest clearings, walking trails, and open green space give you endless options for activities, photo opportunities, and guest experiences.
The grounds include our Flag Plaza and memorial walkways, a marked nature trail, open fields for games and activities, ample parking, and beautiful scenery in every direction. It's the kind of space that makes people put their phones away and simply enjoy the moment.
Get your team outdoors with activities, challenges, and bonding on 147 wooded acres.
Exchange vows under a canopy of pines in our natural amphitheater setting.
Plenty of room for everyone to gather, eat, play, and reconnect with each other.
Celebrate the milestone with a memorable outdoor party in a beautiful setting.
Step away from the office for strategic planning in an inspiring natural environment.
A natural home for troop events, campouts, award ceremonies, and outdoor learning.
Give your celebration a unique twist with a party surrounded by nature.
A serene and dignified setting for tribute events honoring loved ones.
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Whispering Pines is located at 10700 Camp Joy Road, Carlyle, IL 62231 — just minutes from I-64 and Carlyle Lake. Easy access from the St. Louis metro area, Centralia, and surrounding communities.