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Weddings
From 25 to 285 guests
Ceremony/Reception
Outdoor/Indoor
Get Ready Rooms

Why couples loved this venue

  • Unique aesthetic style
  • Guests comfort
  • Quality catering
  • Amenities
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Recommended by 100% of couples

About this venue

High Country Guest Ranch is a breathtaking wedding venue in Hill City, South Dakota. Nestled in the heart of the Black Hills, surrounded by serene mountain meadows, ponderosa pines, and aspen trees, this working horse ranch provides couples with a rustic yet elegant setting for their special day. Located just 14 miles from Mount Rushmore and with the stunning natural beauty of South Dakota as an enchanting backdrop, it’s the perfect setting for an unforgettable celebration.

Facilities and Capacity

The ranch features a variety of indoor and outdoor event spaces to suit weddings of all styles and sizes. Dakota Hall, a newly remodeled dining hall with charming string lighting, accommodates up to 285 guests for an indoor reception or ceremony. Outdoors, the High Country Theater offers seating for up to 300 guests, with astonishing views of the meadows and hills. Couples can also opt for a spacious grassy area where a wedding tent can be raised and customized to their exact vision.

Services Offered

High Country Guest Ranch provides an array of services to ensure every wedding is a complete success. A dedicated wedding coordinator works closely with couples to ensure every detail is perfect, from rustic decor to catering provided by outstanding local chefs. Amenities include a picturesque white wedding arbor, golf carts for the bride and groom, and charming cabins for the wedding party to get ready. Guests can stay on-site in cozy, picturesque log cabins, enjoying the ranch’s comforts and activities. With its stunning landscapes and exceptional services, High Country Guest Ranch is the premier choice for a wedding in Mount Rushmore State.

Features

Medium team (11-20 members)

Experience

  • 33 years in business

  • We speak English

Links

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FAQ

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$1,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$2,495

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$2,495

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$2,495

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Chairs
Event Planning
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$5

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Wine
Specialty Beer

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

25

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Barn
Farm/Ranch

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Event Planner
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Server(s)
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
House Beer
House Wine
Open Bar
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware

What transportation and access is available?

Parking

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
November
December

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Reviews of High Country Guest Ranch

Weddingwire
5.0/5 1 reviews
Google
4.4/5 184 reviews
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Brandi Sent on 04/29/2019
5 out of 5 rating

June Wedding and it was perfect

The High country crew was great and helped to pull off our wedding flawlessly! The venue is beautiful, the food was great. We would definitely recommend High Country and would have another party or renewal of vows there ! Thanks guys!
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High Country Guest Ranch frequently asked questions

High Country Guest Ranch includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • Event Planning
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
High Country Guest Ranch includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at High Country Guest Ranch includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
  • Specialty Beer
The space offered by High Country Guest Ranch for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Barn
  • Farm/Ranch
High Country Guest Ranch offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
High Country Guest Ranch offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
High Country Guest Ranch offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Event Planner
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
High Country Guest Ranch offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
High Country Guest Ranch is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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