Wedding

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8/09/2022

Glacier Wedding and Elopement + Glacier Raft Co Venue

(with Glacier National Park Views!)

If you’re looking for a place to elope that is secluded, has incredible mountain views, and of course romantic, then look no further than Glacier Raft Company Wedding & Elopement Venue. With the help of Glacier Raft Co, you can live out your dream of a Glacier National Park wedding!

Glacier Raft is located in West Glacier, Montana just minutes from Glacier National Park. The venue is surrounded by meadows, mountains, and ponds with some of the most pristine views of the Glacier range.

A lot goes into planning an elopement or intimate wedding – this article will focus on a step-by-step guide to planning your Glacier Raft Company wedding or elopement.

A Beautiful Montana Wedding Venue minutes away from Glacier National Park

A perfect day starts with a perfect venue! When it comes to finding your perfect wedding venue, you should be sure to have a few key things in mind. One, you want a venue that will suit the type of wedding you’re planning. Two, you want a venue that is close to the park and has plenty of lodging for guests. And last but not least, you want a venue that is beautiful. A great place for a wedding and event venue is the Glacier Raft Co. The venue is located minutes away from Glacier National Park and has endless picturesque views.

Park View Pavilion

Park View Pavilion is a secluded wedding venue located in West Glacier, Montana. The Pavilion overlooks the beautiful Livingston Range in Glacier National Park. It truly is perfect for those couples that have dreamed of celebrating surrounded by mountains. With its breath taking views, it is a wonderful place to exchange your vows. The venue can accommodate up to 184 guests making it an ideal place to have your elopement or small wedding.

Planning Your Wedding in West Glacier

Glacier Raft Co is a full-service venue and offers multiday packages that include lodging as well as many incidentals such as tables and chairs, decorative lighting, and on-site restrooms.

What season is the best for your Glacier National Park Elopement?

Every season in the park has pros and cons! It totally comes down to what you want for your big day. If you are interested in a summer wedding, know that you may need to plan up to 1.5 years in advance.

Peak Season is June 15th-September 15th.

Shoulder Season is June 1st – June 14th and September 16th – September 30th.

Low Season is April 1st – May 31st and October 1st – October 31st

Wedding Accommodations

Glacier Raft Co is unique as it not only has a stunning venue but offers Glacier National Park Lodging. Whether your guests are coming from out of town or are local to the area, you’ll never have to worry about anyone driving home after your wedding.

Each of Glacier Raft Company’s wedding accommodations comes with a facility for all of your guests to stay in. There are lots of lodging options ranging from an 8-room hotel to a 3-bedroom cabin. There are also an additional 14 modern log cabins for your guests to rent if they wish to stay on-site or are coming from out of town.

Glacier Raft Co Wedding Package Options

Glacier Raft Company does an amazing job at making planning your elopement or wedding easy on you! They offer 3 different packages to fit.

  • 2 Night Wedding Package
  • Intimate Wedding Package
  • Ceremony Package

Glacier Raft Co Wedding Packages are available May – October. If you book for the month of May or October, you’ll receive 20% off your package!

Vendor List – Wedding Photographer, Hair, Makeup & More

As a wedding and elopement photographer, it’s an absolute dream to capture the beauty of Glacier National Park and couples on their big day. I’m so honored to be able to share in these meaningful moments and to create these images for you to cherish for years to come. Whether you are planning a big wedding or an intimate elopement, I offer photography and inclusive packages for both!

All-Inclusive Elopement Package Includes:

  • 3 – 5 Hours of Coverage
  • Up to 15-20 guests
  • Bouquet from Forage & Floral
  • Location(s) planning
  • 3-10 minute video
  • Complimentary Elopement Guide
  • Online gallery with all high-resolution images
  • Full Printing Rights
  • Ordained photographer
  • videographer
  • Hair
  • Makeup available on certain dates
  • 3 officiants to choose from to add to your package.

Starting @ $3,850

The package is perfect for couples that want to create a once-in-a-lifetime experience without the stress of planning.

Wedding Package Includes:

  • 6 Hours of Coverage
  • Discounted Engagement Session
  • 30+ Images via Dropbox that Contain Sneak Peeks within 48 hours of the wedding
  • Final Online Gallery within 8 weeks and Print Rights
  • High-Resolution Images

Starting @ $6,400

This package is ideal for couples that plan to have a more robust wedding and have additional vendors that you already want to work with!

Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions about planning your Glacier National Park wedding or elopement. To view my upcoming availability for wedding and elopement photography, click here!