Best Ceremony Locations for Your Glacier Elopement
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Ryan Beach
Convenient · Private · Pretty
Pros
- Very private
- Accessible (great for guests)
- Closest to where most people stay
- Some cell service
Cons
- Not as dramatic as Sun Point
Best for couples who want a quiet, intimate ceremony without a long drive.
Sun Point
Epic Views · Iconic Glacier · Wedding Crashers
Pros
- One of the prettiest views in the park
Cons
- Least private — lots of foot traffic
- Windy
- Long drive for guests
- No cell service
Best for stunning ceremony photos and those who don’t mind people around.
Looking Glass Overlook
Permit-Free · Unlimited Guests · Wide Open Views
Pros
- Outside the park — no permit needed
- Unlimited guest count
- Cell service
- Gorgeous mountain and valley views
- Great option if you want something simple and stress-free
Cons
- About an additional hour of driving
Best for: larger groups, couples avoiding permits, or anyone wanting flexibility with guests.
Pray Lake
Lakeside Beauty · Great for Medium-Sized Groups
Pros
- Allows up to 30 people
- Beautiful lakeside setting
Cons
- About an extra hour from where most people stay
- Staging area is part of a campground and more exposed
- Another spot that can be windy
Best for: couples who want stunning lake ceremony with extra guests.
Helpful Links
Marriage License: https://flatheadcounty.gov/department-directory/clerk_of_court/marriage_application_start
Ceremony Permit: https://mariannewiest.com/2025/06/27/how-to-fill-out-a-glacier-park-ceremony-permit/
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