Let me just slide in my personal recommendation for The Silver Knot in Ronan MT for locals and destination wedding babes alike! If you’re out here searching for a mountain wedding venue that perfectly blends modern charm with that laid-back Montana spirit, then you’re going to want to have a closer look at Jade + Hunter’s wedding!
The Silver Knot: A Hidden-Gem Montana Wedding Venue
Whether you’re a local or planning a destination wedding in Montana, if you’re looking for a laid-back ranch vibe for a western-style wedding that also has a modern, timeless touch—you’re going to LOVE The Silver Knot in Ronan, MT!
I’m actually originally from just down the road (Missoula to Ronan is about an hour’s drive) and have photographed mountain weddings at nearly every major wedding venue in the area, but there’s something special about this secluded property. And if you’ve been vision boarding about a mountain wedding venue with charming details, then this one deserves to be on your list.
High ceilings dripping with chandeliers, reclaimed corral wood on the walls, windows for DAYS framing the Mission Mountains in view. They’ve thought of everything to make your best day comfy and cozy with a honeymoon cabin on site option, spaces for indoor and outdoor ceremonies, an outdoor pavilion with lights strung all over for receptions & dancing under glittery lights, a barn and horse pen, a fire pit for even cocktails or smores! You will love it here!
Proof that Rain on Your Wedding Day Doesn’t Matter at All
Here’s the thing about Montana weddings in May—you’ve got to embrace whatever Mother Nature throws your way, okay! For Jade + Hunter that meant rolling with some serious weather changes! Their original plan for an outdoor first look got rained out, but sometimes Plan B turns out to be even better than Plan A. No really, it does always work out just as it’s supposed to I promise!
Instead of fighting the weather, we moved their first look to this incredible loft space inside the venue. It has massive windows (we love good lighting!!!) and is the perfect blank slate for first look photos. They exchanged gifts, spent intentional time together before the ceremony and it was the sweetest thing—Hunter was literally bracing himself against the wall because he was so emotional when he saw Jade in her stunning dress. *CRYING*
Just before the ceremony, their amazing crew of family and friends jumped into action, wiping down the outdoor chairs after another rain shower. And would you believe it? The sun came out just in time for them to say their I-dos, giving us that perfect golden Montana light. I told you…. It always works out how it’s supposed to.
But my favorite part? The rain cleared enough for us to sneak over to the horse pen for some photos. The horses were a bit shy at first, but they warmed up to give us some Pinterset-worthy photos that any couple planning a wedding like theirs would immediately pin to their western style weddings ideas board!
The night wrapped up with everyone dancing under the covered outdoor area, staying cozy thanks to heaters and the warmth of the fire pit. They ended their night with that classic movie sparkler exit, actually hopping right into their getaway car (so many couples actually fake this exit for photos, did ya know that??) Then they drove off into the night!
The Montana Wedding Vendors Behind J +H’s Western Style Wedding
Every perfect wedding day takes a village, and this crew knocked it out of the corral pun intended:
Wedding Planning: Big Sky Wedding Planning
Florist: Field Five Flowers
Hair: Shayna Achin Beauty
Makeup: Sieh Beauty
Entertainment: Brandon Johnson
Baker: Gretchen Dunn Cakes
Bridal Shop: Alta Moda, SLC, Utah
Wedding Dress Designer: Aleena Lena
Suit Shop: Mens Wearhouse, Missoula, MT
Suit Designer: Joseph Aboud
Is The Silver Knot Ronan, MT on your wedding venue shortlist?
As wedding photographer with 15+ years experience AND someone who has called the Mission Mountains home—I want to be there to capture every detail! Check out my pricing here and inquire to ask me allllll of the questions right here, babe!
Whether you’ve booked the venue or not, reach out sooner rather than later for my availability!!! Full MT wedding availability is limited.
Ok ok, now here’s what you have been waiting for—here’s Jade + Hunter’s photos from their modern meets western Montana wedding at The Silver Knot venue in Ronan!
