20 Absolutely Free Picnic Table Plans for your Garden

This detailed article is about 20 absolutely free picnic table plans for your garden. You can use these free plans to build a nice dining area in the backyard so you can hang out with family and friends. I have selected very diverse plans on this woodworking list, starting with traditional picnic table with benches designs, up to octagonal tables and tables with detached benches. I have also included a few folding benches and two picnic table with roof. I hope you will find the right plans for you, so you can do a make over of your garden See all my woodworking plans lists for more building inspiration.

I have spent a lot of time online trying to gather all these wonderful adirondack chair ideas, so you can save time with the research and focus on the building process. I have made no shortcuts and I chose only the best projects available that come with everything you need to know to get the job done by yourself. Therefore, these plans come with step by step instructions, lots of diagrams and a cut list. Even if you are a beginner when it comes to woodworking, you will find these garden adirondack chairs and benches plans easy to follow, as they only require basic tools.

1. Covered Picnic Table 

I start this list with a beautiful design that consists of a covered 6′ picnic table with detached benches. The roof makes this a proper choice even when it’s rainy and the detached benches are good for an easy access to the table. The plans cover all aspects of the construction and are absolutely free. The project comes in a Print friendly format and can be downloaded as a PDF file. I totally recommend this picnic table design and I’m sure you will fall in love with it, as well. MORE >>

2. Standard 8′ Picnic Table

The guys at MyOutdoorPlans designed this 8 ft picnic table that has the traditional look. This is an extremely sturdy picnic table and it features an elegant design that will last forever. Make sure you use pressure-treated lumber or cedar, so that the components will resist the elements. Every aspect of the picnic table is well-thought and well put together. The plans come with a full cut / shopping list and it can be downloaded as a PDF file. MORE >>

3. Folding picnic table bench

The guys at BuildEazy have this amazing picnic table design that folds and transforms into a bench. If you are the kind of woodworker that looks for the most interesting design ideas and you really want to have pieces of furniture that stand out, I recommend you to check out the plans. They offer both a free and a paid version, so irrespective of your choice, you will find the tutorial really inspiring. MORE >>

4. 6 foot Picnic Table with Separate Benches

HowToSpecialist is a blog that has been forever in the DIY scene, so I really find their designs and tutorials really interesting and fun. I have selected this simple plan for a 6 ft picnic table with separate benches so you can build one for your backyard. This makes for the perfect choice for elders and for big persons, because the access to the benches is very easy compared to the traditional design. Cut list included, as well as tons of diagrams. MORE >> 

5. 10 ft Traditional Picnic Table

MyOutdoorPlans surprises us once again with a really neat design. If you have a large family or many friends, you can still be all around the same table, with this interesting picnic table idea. With a few boards of wood you can build this large 10′ picnic table and have enough space for the whole family or group of friends. The plans are free and can be easily downloaded. A section of projects that have been completed by readers is available. MORE >>

6. Simple Small Picnic Table

Once more a project from Popular Mechanic makes it to the list. There is no surprise considering they have great tutorials from people with expertise in the field. This is a project that shows you how to build a picnic table that is simple to make and also doesn’t cost a fortune. Really basic and straight forward tutorial! MORE >>

7. All in One Picnic Table

MyCarpentry has this wonderful tutorial on how to build a picnic table with an interesting design that combines elements from all sorts of styles. Therefore, you can see the benches are detached and the X-shaped legs for the table. The plan included a materials list and very detailed diagrams, so you can assemble the picnic table in one weekend. MORE >>

8. Pirate Kids Picnic Table

HowToSpecialist had this wonderful idea of designing an unique picnic table for kids that resembles a pirate ship. I am pretty sure your children will love this quirky design idea and they will eat all the vegetables on such a beautiful table. PDF Download and Print Friendly are options that come with this totally free plan. MORE >>

9. Picnic Table and Picnic Benches

April Wilkerson is a self made DIY-er who has all sorts of maker interests. All I can say is I am happy she made a shot to building a picnic table, because I really like her design. The benches are miniatures of the picnic table, making everything really easy to build. However, you should know she offers the set of plans for a small free. If you are looking for absolutely free picnic table plans, you should check out the other projects on this list. MORE >>

10. Picnic Table from Shanty-2-Chic

The Shanty-2-Chic sisters show us a detailed tutorial on how to build these benches along with the table. This is a super nice picnic table with separate benches, so if you like the design, check th full tutorial on their blog. MORE >>

11. Kids Picnic Table with Sandbox

This plan from MyOutdoorPlans consists of a nice kids picnic table with a sandbox top. The removable lid hides the sandbox. This is really cool project for the kids so if you want to keep them entertained, make sure you take a look over this tutorial. MORE >>

12. Picnic Table with Separate Benches

HowToSpecialist makes it to my list again with another cool plan that consists of a picnic table with X-shaped legs and matching benches. If you like this design you should know the plan comes with everything you need to build it with common tools and lumber you can find at any DIY store. Nothing complicated about this diy project, if you have the patience to follow the step by step instructions and read the cut list before making the components. MORE >>

13. 10×8 Picnic Shelter

This is my own design, so I hope you don’t mind I added this to the list. Just click the link and tell me what you think about my free plans. This list wouldn’t be complete without a picnic shelter so you can protect the table from the elements. This 10×8 picnic shelter has a super simple structure and it features a deck and a gable roof. You can remove the deck and lay a stone patio, if you like that better. MORE >>

14. Octagonal Picnic Table

This octagonal picnic table is one awesome project that can really change the entire look of your garden. With these free plans you can build one and enjoy happy family / friends time. This is not as difficult to build, as it might seem at first glance. MORE >>

15. Picnic Table with Backrests

This is a simple 6 feet picnic table that comes with a twist. The picnic table features backrests for the benches that make it more comfortable. Overall, a really simple to build design that comes with all the instructions needed for you to complete the project. MORE >>

16. 16′ Picnic Table Plans

If you need lots of space and you don’t want to build two 8 ft picnic tables, you can try another approach and build one large 16′ picnic table. This is a sturdy picnic table that will be quite heavy, so don’t expect to be able to move it easily to a new location. MyOutdoorPlans provides free plans for this table with benches, along with diagrams, instructions, cut and shopping lists. MORE >>

17. 12′ Picnic Table Plans

This is a scaled down version of the previous project. MyOutdoorPlans offers free downloadable plans for this project, that covers all aspects necessary for you to build this with ease in one weekend. Nothing complicated about this project, as you will easily see by clicking the link. MORE >>

18. Convertible Picnic Table and Bench

My picnic table list wouldn’t be complete without a folding picnic table. HerToolBelt has plans and also built this beautiful picnic table that fold into a bench. You should know that you need 2 benches to have a full and stable picnic table. The plans come with free instructions and diagrams. MORE >>

19. 2 Person Picnic Table

This 2 person picnic table is one of the last designs that makes it to the list. This is very very easy to build and the design idea is minimalist. If you like what you are seeing, you should know that MyOutdoorPlans has step by step plans with free diagrams and free instructions. In addition, a cut and a shopping list are available to any visitor, so don’t waste more time and head to their blog for this project. MORE >>

20. Roofed Picnic Table

This project is about a 12 ft picnic table with a proper roof and with handicap accessibility. The plans cover all the steps involved in the project and you can build this in a few days just by following the free instructions and diagrams. MORE >>

21. 25+  Free Picnic Table Plans

This is a wonderful collection designed by MyOutdoorPlans for you to build the best picnic table for your needs, tastes and budget! The collection starts with a simple 2 person picnic table and ends with complex octagonal picnic tables or tables with cover. All plans are free and you can download them individually, as a PDF! MORE >> 

Bonus – Covered Picnic Table!

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