1000’s of Gatlinburg elopements planned since 2019
Pinterest-Perfect Gatlinburg Elopements Planned by a Professional Photographer Starting at $995
All-inclusive • No hidden fees • Payment plans available
📅 Fall dates 78% booked - only 12 October spots left!
⭐ "Worth every penny - our photos are incredible!" - Sarah & Mike
“I cannot thank Effortless Elopements enough for making my dream wedding come true at Cade’s Cove! From start to finish, everything was seamless and stress-free, exactly as the name suggests. The team truly took care of every detail, allowing us to focus on what mattered most—each other.
If you’re looking for an easy, stress-free way to create your perfect wedding day, I highly recommend Effortless Elopements.”
FOR THE COUPLES THAT ARE READY TO ELOPE IN GATLINBURG WITHOUT THE STRESS.
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Why 1000+ Couples Chose Us Over $1,199 Budget Options:
✅ Planned by professional photographer (others aren't!)
✅ Pinterest-perfect shot guarantee
✅ Galleries delivered in weeks, not months!
✅ Personal attention from owner
✅ Local insider knowledge
Popular dates book 3-6 months in advance— book today
“My experience with Alisha and Effortless Elopments was truly effortless! they made everything so easy and stress free. We had such a great team for our ceremony. It thunderstormed for our ceremony but everyone was so professional and handled it like champs! Our photographer somehow got the most AMAZING photos even with an umbrella in her hand. If you want a stress free wedding/elopement, you’re in the right place!”
Hi, I’m Alisha Bacon, owner and coordinator here at Effortless Elopements.
I’m more than just a coordinator. I was born and raised in East Tennessee, which means you’ll have access to all the knowledge of a local. From locations, to officiants, down to where you should go to eat! As a photographer, I plan your elopement with the perfect pictures in mind. The kind of pictures you save on Pinterest, that you’ll be dying to show your friends and family.
It’s our number one priority to make sure your elopement is beautiful, easy, and frankly the best day of your life.
“We had the elopement of our dreams through Effortless Elopements. Alisha was great to work with from our first inquiry, and was so patient with all of my silly questions!”
FAQs
"What's included in the $995 package?" The $995 Simple Ceremony includes a professional officiant, beautiful location coordination, and marriage license filing. This is perfect if you're bringing your own photographer or want an intimate ceremony just for you two.
"How much does photography cost?" Our photography packages start at $1,695 (just $700 more than ceremony-only). This includes 60 minutes of professional photography planned by Alisha, a professional photographer herself, with your full gallery delivered in weeks, not months.
"Do you have payment plans?" Yes! We offer payment plans up to 36 months. Just 35% down reserves your date, with the balance due 30 days before your ceremony.
"How are you different from other Gatlinburg elopement companies?" Unlike others, our coordinator Alisha is a professional photographer who plans every detail for perfect shots. We're also local experts (born & raised in East Tennessee) with insider knowledge of the best locations and timing for stunning photos.
"What if it rains on our wedding day?" We've planned 1000+ elopements and know how to work with Smoky Mountain weather! Our experienced photographers can create amazing photos rain or shine. We'll adjust timing if needed and use weather to create dramatic, romantic shots.
"How far in advance should we book?" We recommend 3-6 months for peak seasons (fall foliage, spring blooms). We're currently 78% booked for fall 2025 with only 12 October dates remaining.
"When will we receive our photos?" Your complete photo gallery is delivered within 4 weeks (not months like some companies). You'll receive all edited images with a print release so you can print and share them anywhere.
"What locations do you offer?" We specialize in the most beautiful spots in the Smoky Mountains - from the iconic Foothills Parkway to hidden gems in Cades Cove. All our locations are professionally scouted and permitted when required.
"Can we bring guests?" Absolutely! Our packages accommodate up to 40 guests. Whether it's just you two or your closest family and friends, we'll make sure everyone feels included in your special day.
Planning Your Day
No matter what kind of Gatlinburg Elopement you’re looking for, we have you covered! Do you want an easy-going ceremony right at your cabin? We can make that happen! officiant, professional photographer and all. A ceremony surrounded by the beauty of the Smoky Mountains? We are authorized to to perform and shoot inside the Smoky Mountain National Park and can arrange everything, including permits so you can sit back and enjoy getting married in our gorgeous mountains. Seriously, we believe in keeping your life simple and your wedding day amazing.
Want to start off with professional hair and makeup to enhance your natural beauty? We’ll schedule you with one of our amazing artists, take care of all the communication, and have them come right to your cabin or hotel so you don’t have to do a thing.
PRofessional Coordination
We will book you an amazing Gatlinburg officiant who will work with you to create custom vows, if desired, in a ceremony just for you. Your love is grand and all about the two of you; so your vows should be too!
Have I mentioned we’ve scouted out the best locations to elope in Tennessee? Location is also a HUGE part of making your day! It can be your quaint cabin, a rushing river, or beautiful mountains .The sky really is the limit in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and The Smoky Mountain National Park. We want your location to suit your personality and be just the perfect fit for your love story. You’re gonna look amazing surrounded by the beauty our mountains and streams.
STUNNING Gatlinburg Elopement Photography
Our owner, Alisha of Alisha Bacon Photography, is your coordinator! She makes sure that everything looks amazing from a photography standpoint. She’s trained our photographers to specialize in elopements and know how to capture your ceremony, details, and awesome portraits! Pictures are what you’ll have to remember your day forever, and we wan them to be perfect. If you have special requests for pictures you just love, let us know! We’re happy to incorporate them into your session so you walk away with the perfect pictures for you. We want you to walk away the envy of Instagram, and with images stunning enough to be on Pinterest. You’ll have amazing images to hang on your wall, and show your children and grandchildren in the many years of wedded bliss to come.
CONTACT US
We absolutely cannot wait to help you plan your special day in the Smoky Mountains. Fill out the form below and we promise a prompt answer within 12-24 hours, because who likes waiting???
Your Gatlinburg Elopement is incredibly important to us. Alisha will respond to your inquiry and personally answer all your questions via email.