Family and friends gather to witness the joining of two hearts in matrimony, and the mountains echo their applause at this beautiful wedding at Hungry Mother State Park.

As avid hikers and adventurers these lovebirds chose Hungry Mother State Park as the ideal place to tie the knot. 

Yellow Tree Photography shares these inspiring photos from this lovely ceremony and reception at the park:

Tie the knot in this special mountain setting

Family and friends gather to celebrate your love

ABOUT

Special weddings require a special place. Hungry Mother State Park can provide that special place to complement your perfect wedding. Imagine your wedding on an island or on the shore of the park's 108-acre lake. Whether you choose the outdoors or indoors, Hungry Mother is the place to be.

The park offers full-service catering for weddings, rehearsal dinners and many other functions. Its event planner and executive chef are at your disposal. The rehearsal dinner, reception and other group events can be customized to your liking. Beautiful weddings can be affordable.

Hungry Mother provides quality catering at reasonable prices. In fact, you decide on price as you select from various services. Choose from simple buffets to over-the-top hors d’oeuvres. Flexible catering services are available any style of reception, from buffets to family-style dinners or more traditional served entrees. 

THIS IS YOUR FULL SERVICE AFFORDABLE WEDDING DESTINATION

The mountains joyfully bear witness to the joining of these two hearts at Hungry Mother State Park.

AMPHITHEATER

Hungry Mother State Park has a few different venues for you to choose from to tie the knot. The park's amphitheater, popular for weddings, can be rented from noon to 10 p.m. (full day). Those renting may access the amphitheater before the start time if desired. Call 1-800-933-PARK to rent. The natural surroundings of the park's amphitheater provide a beautiful, outdoor setting for many activities, including weddings.

As it's on an island, it's accessed by footbridge from the main park area. The structure has one electrical outlet and is near parking lot five. Up to 60 can be accommodated on the uncovered wooden benches. Standing room can accommodate another 40. You're welcome to bring more chairs if you like, but be sure to remove them when leaving. No park equipment, such as a microphone, is provided.

HEMLOCK HAVEN

Hemlock Haven is ideal for family reunions, banquets, group picnics and other special gatherings. With a gazebo overlooking the park’s tranquil 108-acre lake, it’s especially well-suited for indoor-outdoor weddings.

The facility has six meeting rooms ranging from 700 to 3,300 square feet. A business center and a board room, Internet access and audiovisual equipment are also available. This diversity makes the facility perfect for groups from 10 to 1,000. Learn more about Hemlock Haven here.

Those interested in the Hemlock Haven Conference Center should call 276-781-7425.

Learn more about weddings at Hungry Mother State Park here.

LOCATION

Hungry Mother State Park is located in Smyth County, about 4 miles from Marion, Virginia. Drive Time: Northern Va., six hours; Richmond, five hours; Tidewater/Norfolk/Virginia Beach, six hours; Roanoke, two hours; Bristol, Va., 45 minutes; Charlotte, N.C., three hours. Click here for a Google Map.

See a compilation of photos from this sweet wedding in the slideshow below:

All photos courtesy of Yellow Tree Photography, see more of their fabulous photography here.

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Editor's note: In this series we share various wedding venues at Virginia State Parks from amazing photographers. Click the links throughout the article to learn more about the venue, we would love to help make your dreams come true. Here is our Pinterest board for park weddings. Previously in this series:

• Stunning Wedding Venue along the Shores of the Rappahannock River
• An Authentic Mountain Wedding Venue
• Photo Opportunities Abound at this Virginia Beach Wedding Venue
• Happily Ever After is Proclaimed at this Wedding Spot
• A Fall Fairy Tale Wedding
• A Story Book Wedding in the Formal Gardens
• A Whimsical Woodsy Wedding
• Falling in Love is Forever at this Wedding Venue

Reservations can be made up to 11 months in advance, and venues are also available weekdays (some with discounts in place). Just call the Reservation Center to help pick the perfect park and venue for your magical day, 800-933-7275.

Lodges, halls, picnic shelters and cabins host guests, and are frequently occupied, so you won't be able to have a walk-through at any state park venue without an appointment, call the park to make arrangements at 276-781-7400.