FAQs
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FINAL LOCATION
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The park is officially being funded through the 2nd of November so we will be pressing with the Appalachian Clubhouse and Spence Cabin area. The ceremony will be at the Spence Cabin at 1:00pm you will most likely be parking at the Appalachian Clubhouse since that is where most of the parking is located. From there you can walk to the Spence Cabin (which is a little under a quarter mile). Once the ceremony is over the reception will be immediately following at the Appalachian Clubhouse.
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Attire
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Semi-formal, however be sure to dress for the weather. We also highly discourage high heels.
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Parking Pass
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Every vehicle MUST have a parking pass. If you have a America the Beautiful (National Park Pass) it is NOT accepted as a valid parking tag. Please see the information below on information and purchasing options. Parking tags are required for all vehicles parking for longer than 15 minutes in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Parking Tag Basics Three tag durations are available for purchase for all vehicle sizes and types: Daily - $5 Weekly - $15 Annual - $40 Each tag is valid for a single vehicle and must include a license plate number matching the vehicle in which it is displayed. Parking tags are available for purchase both online and onsite. Display of physical parking tags in each vehicle is required. Digital representations are not accepted. Parking tags are not location-specific. A parking tag is required to park anywhere within the boundaries of the Smokies. Parking tags are not required for motorists who pass through the area or who park for less than 15 minutes. Parking Tag Purchase Options: -In Person: In person sales locations: Gatlinburg Welcome Center - 1011 Banner Road, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 Sugarlands Visitor Center - 1420 Fighting Creek Gap Road, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 -Online and Print: Enjoy the convenience of purchasing your parking tag before you arrive. Daily and weekly parking tags are available for purchase online through recreation.gov. Visitors MUST print and display their parking tag. Park staff will not print the tag for you. Visitors are required to enter the date of their visit and their license plate number at the time of purchase. Tags may be purchased six months in advance of your visit. Daily and weekly parking tags expire at 11:59pm ET on the date printed on the tag.
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Weather
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Please be prepared for the weather, currently it is looking like highs in the 70s but could be cooler in the mountains. The Appalachian Clubhouse does not have heat.
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Drive Time
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Please be ready for extended drive times. October is an extremely busy time for the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and it may be congested once within the park. The current drive time, with no traffic, is about 30 minutes from the park entrance near Gatlinburg to the Appalachian Clubhouse. With traffic is could easily take much much longer to get to the venue.
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Wildlife
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All, please be aware that Black Bears are very common within the Gatlinburg area and within the park. Be sure you remain at a safe distance. Visit https://bearwise.org/ for more information on helpful tips regarding bears.
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Limited Parking
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Parking is extremely limited at the park venue. You need to ride with at least 5 people per vehicle to maximize the space we have allocated. There are only so many designated spots at our destination, all other parking available to the public and is first come first served. Most of the parking we have reserved is located at the Appalachian Clubhouse, there are also some spaces available near the Spence Cabin.
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Cellphone Service
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Be aware that cellular service is limited if non-existent once you enter the park.