Hurricane Helene brought chaos and change into the lives of so many people, but Asheville and surrounding areas on the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina became impassable. For us, and Jackie and Dave, this meant a last minute change of elopement plans. In only 4 days, we pivoted, crafting the adventure of a lifetime in Vermont.
With more than 800 miles of scenic hiking trails and 2,800 miles of winding streams, this stunning park offers an amazing backdrop for an unforgettable experience. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about eloping in Great Smoky Mountains National Park: planning steps, the best locations, permits, restrictions, and more.
Get an adventure photographer team who will camp all night in high winds, sleet, and below freezing just to be the first ones on the mountain for your surprise proposal as dawn paints the sky. We helped Jose plan the experience with one main goal… keeping the moment an actual surprise from Deanna!