Best Places to Elope in Glacier National Park

Are you dreaming of eloping where the mountains feel like they touch the sky? The Glacier National Park is the place for you. Deemed the Swiss Alps of the US, this national park brings that extra wow factor. To help get you started, I created a list of the best places to elope in Glacier National Park for your ceremony.

After the ceremony we can explore anywhere within the park. You can read my full How to Elope in Glacier National Park (coming soon) to find the all the details on places to stay, activities to do, items to pack, ceremony spots, permits, and more.

Meet Your Adventure Elopement Photographer

Hey, I’m Marcus! I’ll be your go to resource for all your Glacier National Park elopement planning. The first time I explored Glacier I was in awe. I spent seven days hiking around the park covering everywhere from the west side through the south and the east side. You will instantly fall in love with the dramatic landscapes and diversity this park offers.

I learned so many tips and tricks on how to make an unforgettable experience here. There’s so many incredible locations including ones that are hidden from all the crowds. I’ll help you plan an adventure of a lifetime and come prepared with back up plans as well just in case that crazy weather happens.

Best Places to Elope in Glacier National Park

These are the best ceremony site locations within Glacier National Park:

Before we talk about wedding ceremony locations available in the park, I want to make you aware that construction happens within the park at times and can shut down locations for extended periods of times. You can check out updates on if your ceremony site will be available here. Look under the closures box to see if any construction will be happening.

There are 4 main areas of the park and I’ll break down each section of the park with the best ceremony locations. The total count includes the bride and groom and all your vendors (photographer, videographer, officiant, etc…)

West Glacier

1. Sprague Picnic Area Shoreline

This is a stunning beach location along Lake McDonald with beautiful mountain views. It can accommodate up to 15 people. Pets are allowed, no tables/decor, up to 4 chairs permitted on durable surface, and snacks are ok. Vehicle accessible mid-May through mid-September.

2. Ryan’s Beach

Ryan’s Beach sits on Lake McDonald with gorgeous mountain views in a wooded setting. It allows for up to 15 people. There’s no facilities, no tables/decor, up to 4 chairs permitted on beach, and snacks are ok.

3. Jackson Bay

Jackson Bay sits on Lake McDonald and has beautiful views of the lake and mountains. There’s no tables/decor, up to 4 chairs permitted on durable surface, and snacks are ok. Jackson Bay accommodates up to 15 people.

Other Options

There’s more options in West Glacier but these are my favorite. Some of the other locations can accommodate over 100 people if you really want a bigger wedding.

St. Mary (East Glacier)

This is my favorite side of the park where you are right in the mountains. You’ll find the best views in the park here and I highly recommend taking time to explore this area after your ceremony. I know some incredible hikes here if you’re up for an adventure.

1. Sun Point

Sun Point has beautiful mountain views that surround St. Mary Lake and can accommodate up to 20 people. There’s no tables, chairs, or decor. It’s also a small hike to the ceremony spot. Vehicle accessible from end of May to mid October.

This area has some of the most spectacular views in the park especially near Logan Pass. I highly recommend adventuring around this area after your ceremony.

Two Medicine

1. Running Eagle Falls

This is a stunning waterfall location right off the road. This location allows for 15 people. It’s vehicle accessible from end of May to mid October. The site is wheelchair accessible and there’s no chairs, tables, or decor.

2. Two Medicine Picnic Area

Sitting on Two Medicine Lake with stunning mountain views, this site accommodates up to 15 people. Pets are allowed but there’s no tables, chairs, or decor.

3. Pray Lake Shoreline

This ceremony site sits on the water’s edge with a spacious grass area offering a gorgeous mountain view backdrop. It can accommodate up to 30 people

Many Glacier

Many Glacier is a must visit spot. It’s more isolated from the rest of the park and a little drive to get there from West or East Glacier. Many Glacier Hotel sits on the shoreline and is a great place to stay.

1. SW Beach

Sitting on the shoreline with stunning mountain views, you can have up to 15 people at your ceremony.

2. Lake Josephine

A 1 mile hike is required to access the beach ceremony site location at Lake Josephine. You’ll be surrounded by stunning mountain views. It accommodates up to 15 people.

3. Many Glacier Hotel Beach

The beach at the hotel offers breathtaking mountain views that’s easy to access. It can accommodate up to 15 people.

These are the Best Places to Elope in Glacier National Park with the Best Views

From my time spent in Glacier these are the locations that will give you those breathtaking photos for your ceremony that you’ve been dreaming of. Don’t forget that after we can explore anywhere in the park for those dreamy sunset or sunrise photos.

If you want to learn more I’d love to meet with you. Fill out my contact form below or get in touch with me here. If we’re a great fit I’d love to work with you and help plan the elopement of your dreams.

View GNP’s full list of ceremony site locations

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