So Beautiful
Our pictures turned out so beautiful and they were so great to work with. We had our pictures back within 2 weeks. The fastest I’ve ever had pictures returned. We were provided with so many great quality photos that captured our wedding just how we were hoping. If you are considering this company, you will not be disappointed!!
Great Quality Photos At Such A Reasonable Price
Couldn’t say enough great things about Mountain Escape Photography. Not only were they able to squeeze us in last minute while on our family vacation but they did a fabulous job. We received so many great quality photos at such a reasonable price. Thank you for capturing such special moments for us. We will cherish them forever!
The fastest I’ve ever had pictures returned
Our pictures turned out so beautiful and they were so great to work with. We had our pictures back within 2 weeks. The fastest I’ve ever had pictures returned. We were provided with so many great quality photos that captured our wedding just how we were hoping. If you are considering this company, you will not be disappointed!!
The team
Meet our team
Brit Rush
Manager
Walt Loyle
Assistant Manager
April Creighton
Co-Owner
Ron Wainscott
Co-Owner
Locations & Pricing
smoky mountain photography packages
Cades Cove
This 11-mile loop is the most visited section of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. With all of the diversity in landscape, it’s easy to see why! Cades Cove features streams, open fields with breathtaking views of the mountains, old cabins, primitive churches, and plenty of wildlife.
Our photographers know this area like the back of their hand, so they know the best spots based on the time of day and season.
Check out our blog to see plenty of samples of our work in Cades Cove!
Elkmont
If you’re staying near Downtown Gatlinburg and don’t want to drive a long distance, this is the package for you. The historic Elkmont Ghost Town in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is less than 10 miles from the Gatlinburg strip.
Although you don’t get the mountain views, Elkmont features restored early 1900s cabins, a stream with a bridge crossing it, plus stone walls and chimneys from the former cabins that once stood here.
See our blog for samples of our work in Elkmont.
Little Arrow Outdoor Resort
Little Arrow Outdoor Resort is our favorite resort in the Smoky Mountains. It's located in Townsend, TN bordering the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and just minutes from Cades Cove.
The park offers a number of picturesque locations, so you don't even have to leave the resort for your photography session.
Note: This package is only for registered guests of Little Arrow outdoor resort
Little Arrow + National Park
Photos at Little Arrow Outdoor Resort and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
After we finish your pictures at Little Arrow, we'll travel out to one of our favorite spots in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Note: This package is only for registered guests of Little Arrow outdoor resort.
To book your stay at Little Arrow, visit CampLittleArrow.com
Greenbrier
If you’re staying in the Pittman Center / Greenbrier area of Gatlinburg, this is the package for you! Along with getting photos in the Greenbrier section of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, you will also head to the nearby Emerts Cove Covered Bridge.
These locations are perfect for fall family photos in the Smoky Mountains or a beautiful Christmas card photo!
See samples on our blog.
Note: Due to limited parking, this session may not be available during busy times of the year.
Photographer's Favorite
This session will usually take place on the Foothills Parkway or the surrounding area. The Foothills Parkway is a less crowded scenic drive filled with mountain overlooks.
If anyone in your family has trouble walking, this package is the best choice for you because it's usually just a few steps from your car to the shoot location.
Your photographer will contact you the day before your session to discuss the best location for you, then send you a pin or directions to the location.
Elopement / Wedding Photography
We keep our pricing simple. All of our Elopement / Wedding packages include all high-resolution downloadable digital images.
$850 Elopement 1 hour. 1 location. Fewer than 5 guests
$1500 Wedding A 2 hours. Up to 2 locations. Unlimited guests
$2800 Wedding B 4 hours. Up to 2 locations. Unlimited guests
$3900 Wedding C 6 hours. Up to 3 locations. Unlimited guests
THE GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK REQUIRES A SPECIAL PERMIT FOR WEDDINGS THAT TAKE PLACE IN THE PARK. CONTACT US TO FIND OUT HOW TO GET THIS PERMIT.
Why Choose Us To Be Your Townsend Pigeon Forge Or Gatlinburg Photographer?
Licensed
We are a licensed and approved vendor of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Only licensed vendors are allowed to shoot inside of the park. We are one of those approved businesses.
No Limits
Many other Smoky Mountain photographers will only give you 10 or 20 pictures from your session. Most of our clients receive between 75 and 150 pictures in their online gallery. We don’t limit the number of pictures you’ll receive.
All-Inclusive Pricing
We don’t believe in hidden fees. The price you see is the total price you pay. Our packages include all of the high-resolution digital images with print release so you can print and share them wherever you want!
Quick Turnaround
Your pictures will be ready for viewing and downloading in 3 to 4 business days. You can download them directly from your online gallery. Your gallery will remain online for a year and you can download them as many times as you want.
Experienced Photographers
All of our photographers are hand-picked by our co-owner April Creighton and our staff who have years of experience working with couples and families. Only the best Smoky Mountain photographers can be a part of our photography team!
We Are A Team
We are a team of Smoky Mountain photographers, not just one person. That means you don’t have to worry about a last-minute cancellation if your photographer gets sick or has a family emergency. If an emergency arises, our office can reassign your session to another photographer.
Customer Service
We have a dedicated, full-time customer service team that is always ready to help and answer questions whenever you need their assistance. Their goal is to make sure you are 100% satisfied.
No Travel Fee
We specialize in vacation photography in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Wears Valley, Townsend, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. We work in this area every day, so we never charge a travel fee for shooting in these areas.
