Let's break it down for you, whether you're looking to get married in North Carolina or Tennessee
What do you need to get married in the smoky mountains?
The Great Smoky Mountain National Park is situated conveniently between the two states of North Carolina and Tennesee. The park emcompasses nearly 522,419 which means when it comes to having your elopement in the Smoky Mountains, you're destined to be surrounded by beauty.
Wondering how to get married in the Great Smoky Mountains? Let's break it down. No matter if you plan to marry in North Carolina or marry in Tennessee, having your elopement in the Smokies National Park has it's own process. It's important to note that most locations in the park only allow for a small guest count.
In order to have your wedding or elopement in the Smoky Mountains, you must first apply for a Special Use Permit. The fee for this form is $50 for the non-refundable deposit and $50 for the wedding permit, making the totol for your permit $100.
The park has designated ceremony locations for you to choose from when deciding where to get married at. Your portraits may be taken elsewhere but your ceremony must be performed at your choice of one of the approved locations. You must also have parking passes for all the vehicles who attend your elopement, but those can be paid by the parties prior or on the day of at the park store.
Check out the Special Use Permit Here!
How do You get legally married in the great smoky mountains?
The legalization of your marriage may look different depending on what part of the park you want to elope in and where your lodging accomodations are.
FOR TENNESSEE MARRAIGE PRESS HERE
FOR NORTH CAROLINA MARRAIGE PRESS HERE
how to get married in the smoky mountains of tennessee
The Marriage Process for Tennessee:
Obtain a marriage license from the county clerk. This will be the same place you must return the license once it is complete. Both parties must be present at the office. The permit is good for 30 days and there is no waiting period. This means you can get married the same day you get your marriage license!
Have your ceremony solemnized. This means you have to have your ceremony officiated by an authorized officiant. Some clerks' office perform ceremonies, some do not so check with the particular county beforehand.
Return the license back to the same county clerks office where you receievd it from.
Have your ceremony solemnized. This means you have to have your ceremony officiated by an authorized officiant. Some clerks' office perform ceremonies, some do not so check with the particular county beforehand.
Return the license back to the same county clerks office where you receievd it from.
Information Needed for the license:
- Names
- Ages
- Addresses
- Social Security Numbers
- Names & Address of Parents/Guardians
LETS
CHAT!
faq for Tennessee elopements
Q: Do I need to have an officiant in Tennessee to be legally married?
Yes. Only authorized officiants can legalized your marriage license. That includes regular ministers, preachers, pastors, priests, rabbis, and other spiritual leaders that are ordained by his/her religious group or organization. Tennessee prohibits a person who is ordained by an internet or mail order service to officiate your wedding. Some clerks' offices do offer to perform the ceremonies though. **Check with the particular county you plan to apply in.
Yes! No matter where you reside, you may get legally married in Tennessee. You only need to apply for your marraige license when you intend to return it to.
Q. What TN counties are included in the National Park?
Q. How much does the process cost?
Although the fee differs depending on the county that you've chosen to obtain the license from, the fee averages around $100 statewide.
Tennessee also offers discounts for showing you've completed premarital counseling.
Q. Can I get married in Tennessee if I don't live in Tennessee?
Blount County
Seviere County
Cocke County
Seviere County is the most popular as it is close to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Click here for their marriage license application and info!
how to get married in the smoky mountains of north carolina
The Marriage Process for North Carolina:
Obtain a marriage license from a Register of Deeds at the county courthouse (M-F) in any county. Both parties must be present at the office. The permit is good for 60 days and there is no waiting period. This means you can get married the same day you get your marriage license!
Have your ceremony solemnized. This means you have to have your ceremony officiated by an authorized officiant. Some magistrates perform ceremonies, some do not so check with the particular county beforehand.
Return the license back to the same county where you receievd it from.
Have your ceremony solemnized. This means you have to have your ceremony officiated by an authorized officiant. Some magistrates perform ceremonies, some do not so check with the particular county beforehand.
Return the license back to the same county where you receievd it from.
Information Needed for the license:
Names
Date and Place of Birth
Gender, Race, Residence
Social Security Numbers
Marital History
Education History
Names, Birthplace & Address of Parents/Guardians
Names
Date and Place of Birth
Gender, Race, Residence
Social Security Numbers
Marital History
Education History
Names, Birthplace & Address of Parents/Guardians
LETS
CHAT!
faq for North Carolina elopements
Q: Do I need to have an officiant in North Carolina to be legally married?
Yes. Any officiants can legalizeyour marriage license. Every minister, officer, or any other person authorized to solemnize a marriage (even those ordained online) can legalize your marriage license.
You must have 2 separate witnesses to sign on your license though!
Yes! No matter where you reside, you may get legally married in North Carolina. You only need to apply for your marraige license when you intend to return it to.
Q. What counties are included in the National Park?
Q. How much does the process cost?
North Carolina's fee is $60 statewide.
Q. Can I get married in North Carolina if I don't live in North Carolina?
Haywood & Swain are the two counties that you may want to look into for the Register of Deeds depending on where you are lodging at and what's closest!
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Wow, if all that information is leaving you feelin' a little fatigued don't worry! I got the coffee hot and a hand to hold. I've done the research so you don't have to. If you're enjoying all the information, just imagine what your elopement could look like with me by your side researching for you! You aren't in this alone, pinky promise.
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You've decided to do a sunrise elopement when everyone else is sleeping. You've packed some hot coffee and snacks for your journey up top. When you get there, you share private vows together overlooking the valley. Later that evening, you share traditional vows with your family and guests and celebrate with a whimsical dinner in the trees.
Take a moment to dream up your best day ever. Imagine waking up next to your partner, bundled up and cozy in the cabin you've rented for your elopement in the mountains. You spend the morning snuggled by the fire writing your vows together before getting ready. You ride to your location where you do a first look with your partner against the waterfall backdrop. The day is complete by watching the sunset back at the cabin in the jacuzzi nestled outside.
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Knowing how to get married in Tennessee or North Carolina also means knowing how to elope. If you want a ceremony with just the two of you or your children, it can be done.
In Tennessee you have the option to have an officiate or get the clerk to perform the ceremony beforehand.
In North Carolina, all you need is two witness ( which could be total strangers!) as I am ordained online.
Having a Smoky Mountain Elopement means saying yes to adventure, yes to intimacy, yes to love.
How to Elope in the smoky mountains
Where are the best places to elope in smoky mountains?
There are tons of beautiful places to elope in the Smokies. The National Park offers everything from vast valley views, to large waterfalls, to epic creeks, streams, and forest views.
The National Park is the most visited park in all of the US. Having your elopement at one of these locations may mean there are other people around unless you opt for a sunrise session! Don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone a little to enjoy the beauty the park has to offer.
Some of my favorite places to elope in the Smokies include:
The National Park is the most visited park in all of the US. Having your elopement at one of these locations may mean there are other people around unless you opt for a sunrise session! Don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone a little to enjoy the beauty the park has to offer.
Some of my favorite places to elope in the Smokies include:
- Cades Cove
- Peregrine Peak
- Heintooga Overlook
- Cataract Falls
- Oconaluftee Overlook
- Greenbrier
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