Places to Elope in North Carolina

There are so many truly magical places to elope in North Carolina. Some of our favorites include Cataloochee Valley, Craggy Gardens and Roaring Fork Falls to name a few. Scroll down to see more, along with photos and descriptions!

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Asheville

Cataloochee Valley

If you’re wanting to share your vows with the wildlife of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, this spot is for you! Elk were recently introduced to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and one of the spots that the elk love to mingle is Cataloochee Valley. Wild turkey and bunnies can also be spotted in this darling, grassy area. Lined by a lovely creek, you can park here and find a spot right off the parking lot, ducked behind the creek to elope if you like. Ample spots for photo opportunities in this area! Does require a $150 permit from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park as well as travel fees for our team.

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Craggy Gardens

Also on the Blue Ridge Parkway, Craggy Gardens is a high-elevation garden sprinkled with various wildflowers and foliage. For a magical and nature-infused ceremony, hosting a Craggy Gardens wedding is a perfect choice!

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Roaring Fork Falls

Roaring Fork Falls is a stunning spot situated in Pisgah National Forest and is 42 miles outside of Asheville. These mild falls situated in the forest are a great spot for your intimate ceremony. We recommend this for couples who are just eloping with little to no guests. Travel and permit fees do apply.

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Roan Mountain Rhododendron Garden

The Roan Mountain Rhododendron Garden is a stunning location for your intimate ceremony situated in Pisgah National Forest. The area makes for an amazing Roan Mountain wedding venue full of rhododendron blooms in certain seasons.

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Wiseman’s View

Wiseman’s View is one of the best views in the surrounding Asheville area. Have your perfect Wiseman’s View wedding near Linville Gorge in Pisgah National Forest, as the mountaintop overlooks multiple valleys.

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Pink Beds

If eloping amongst trees and ferns sounds like your vibe, we highly recommend Pink Beds in Pisgah National Forest. This trail has multiple spots perfect for your intimate elopement, saying your vows to the chipmunks and birds. We recommend this for couples who are just eloping with little to no guests. Travel and permit fees do apply.

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Canaan Valley

Experience the country feeling just minutes from downtown Asheville. Canaan Valley has mountain views from the ceremony site, wooded trails, and a pond. The Canaan wedding venue also offers a barn perfect for pictures.

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Black Balsam Knob

Black Balsam Knob, located off the Blue Ridge Parkway in Pisgah National Forest, is one of the best views in the valley. Requiring a little bit of a hike, this spot is well-worth it for your intimate elopement. Limited reservations available per year. Travel and permit fees do apply.

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Tom’s Creek Falls

Tom’s Creek Falls is one of our personal favorites in Pisgah National Forest. This wheelchair accessible spot is a close walk from parking and has both a bridge and a platform in use for your elopement. We recommend this for couples who are just eloping with little to no guests. Travel and permit fees do apply.

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Paint Rock Farms

Paint Rock Farms is a lovely property with a barn and a view! Whether you’re looking for a traditional barn ceremony, or outside with arch and chairs, this is a spectacular setting for your Asheville ceremony.

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The Ridge

The Ridge has everything you need to make your big day amazing. The grassy knoll ceremony location has the most stunning view and they will even provide 20 chairs for your guests. In the case of rain, they have a chateau that you can duck into for your ceremony as well.

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Places to Elope in North Carolina

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