If you’re looking for a historic guest ranch in GTNP to celebrate your wedding weekend at, look no further than Lost Creek Ranch. A Lost Creek Ranch wedding weekend would be ideal for various reasons. The ranch not only offers views and amazing hospitality, but is ideally located 15 minutes from the Jackson Hole Airport and only 36 miles from the south entrance of Yellowstone. An all-inclusive ranch getaway in the Tetons with your closest family and friends for your wedding week is truly a dream. Whether you plan to relax, recharge, or rejuvenate, this all-inclusive ranch getaway is unlike any other. If you’re still searching for a photographer, I’d love to document your day. Fill out this form, and we’ll discuss the details of your wedding weekend.
Planning your Celebration for Your Lost Creek Ranch Wedding
The vision, flow, and expectations – perfect for couples early in the process.
How many people can your location accommodate?
The Wedding Pasture can accommodate intimate gatherings as well as larger tented celebrations. Most events range from 25–300 guests depending on infrastructure (tenting, restrooms, etc.).
Are we required to have a wedding planner?
We recommend couples use a wedding planner to ensure that your event goes smoothly, and you can fully enjoy your special day. Lost Creek Ranch provides a venue coordinator that will assist with coordination of vendors and weekend of planning.
What is included in the rental fee?
The rental fee includes:
• Exclusive use of the Wedding Pasture for the event day
• Access for vendor setup and breakdown (timelines coordinated in advance)
• On-site property representative
• Parking coordination
• Use of designated event areas
We are a blank-slate outdoor venue, so all tenting, rentals, catering, power, etc. are brought in by the couple.
Can we do our rehearsal dinner the day before?
We can gladly accommodate rehearsal dinners, but those must be booked separately or as part of a multi-day rental.
What is the time frame that we will have access to the ranch?
Setup or staging may begin at 12 PM the day before the event and must be removed by 12 PM the day following the event at no additional charge. Additional days for setup/removal may be added at additional charge and will be noted above if already approved. Please confirm with your vendors that a Sunday pickup is possible before booking. We will not make exceptions.
When does our Lost Creek Ranch wedding day have to conclude?
Teton County requires all amplified sound to stop at 9:59 pm. Once the amplified sound ends, guests can say their goodbyes and leave on the shuttles.
What services does Lost Creek Ranch provide?
The wedding pasture rental includes the location for your event. Your planner will need to coordinate vendors to supply everything else you may require. This may include tents, restrooms, furniture, catering, flowers, shuttles, generators, etc. You are welcome to use vendors of your choice to make your day exactly what you envision.
In addition to the wedding pasture rental, and based on availability, we can provide a quote for additional services, including
- Wagon hay ride
- Photo opportunities with saddled horses
- Day use of the Spa facility – including bathrooms, showers, steam room and sauna.
What is your payment structure, and how can payment be submitted?
We require 50% non-refundable deposit due at the time of booking. The balance and a refundable security deposit is due 30 days before the event. We accept most forms of payment, including check, wire or credit card (processing fees may apply for credit cards). For more information, contact Lost Creek Ranch here.
The Lost Creek Ranch Wedding Experience: Horses, Weather & Photography
Are we able to take photos with the horses?
Of course! Around sunset, we will take the newlyweds into the pasture for photos with the horses. For the safety of your guests and our herd, we kindly ask that no guests enter the pasture on their own.
Can you fly a drone over the ranch for wedding photos/video?
GTNP has strict rules against drone use to protect wildlife and preserve the visitor experience. Due to our proximity to the park and potential risk to our horse herd and onsite guest experience, we do now allow drone use. (The drone photo used in this blog post was taken at a different ranch, outside GTNP. Also, important to note, I do have my drone license).
Do you have parking/transportation requirements?
Events are limited to onsite parking spaces usually reserved for vendors. As a result, we require all guests to be brought to the ranch in shuttles provided by outside vendors.
What happens if it rains?
Unfortunately, we do not have alternative covered venues available onsite. We highly recommend tenting and flexibility in your timeline based on weather conditions. We do not provide refunds for weather-related cancellations.
Logistics, Travel and On-Site Requirements
Are there changing areas for the bride, groom, and/or wedding party?
While we do not offer a traditional bridal suite, we do offer access to our on-site spa for getting ready. This is a private, elevated setting ideal for the bride and bridesmaids.
• $1,500 for up to 2 hours
• Spa setting (not a full-day suite)
• Perfect for final touches, photos, and a relaxed pre-ceremony experience
Many couples also secure additional getting-ready space in Jackson or Teton Village.
Can our dog participate in our Lost Creek Ranch wedding?
Pets are not allowed at the Ranch due to surrounding livestock and proximity to GTNP. However, if the Bride and Groom wish to bring their personal dog(s) it is acceptable so long as the dog(s) remain leashed for the entire event. Permission for the dog(s) must be included in the contract.
Can we use sparklers or candles?
Candles are permitted but must be contained within a holder or hurricane. Due to fire risk, we do not allow open flames or sparklers. We take special care to keep our wedding pasture free and clear of weeds, so we do not allow seeds tossed during a wedding exit. Options we encourage include – dried floral, glow sticks, paper streamers and bubbles.
Do you have lodging on site?
Lost Creek Ranch operates as a luxury dude ranch with a six-night minimum stay (Sunday–Saturday) during our June through mid-September season. Saturday night lodging is not offered. Lodging availability varies by week and often books well in advance.. Please note, lodging is not available on Saturday nights.
Your Lost Creek Ranch Wedding Photographer
When venues, planners, and photographers collaborate closely, the result is a wedding day that feels effortless, even in a wild, beautiful place like Jackson Hole. Working with film requires an added level of preparation, from scouting light to building in buffer time. Doing these things naturally align with ranch venues that value thoughtful planning and experienced vendor teams. For weddings photographed on film, a planner who understands flow and pacing is invaluable. This collaboration ensures the day feels seamless while allowing space for meaningful, unforced moments. For a customized proposal for your wedding photography, inquire here.
