








Great Smoky Mountains: Wildlife Edition
This is the most comprehensive wildlife photography guide for the Smokies you’ll find — built from years of hands-on experience and hundreds of hours spent tracking, observing, and photographing animals in the wild.
Whether you’re aiming to photograph black bears, elk, coyotes, or deer — this guide gives you everything you need to succeed.
Inside, you’ll find:
• My go-to locations for spotting wildlife — including exact roads, trails, and hidden vantage points
• The best seasons and times of day to catch animals at their most active
• Detailed insights on animal behavior to increase your odds
• Photography tips and camera settings tailored to each species
• Essential gear recs (and what’s not worth your money)
• Ethical wildlife photography practices
• Local camping tips and nearby town breakdowns for easy trip planning
If you’ve ever dreamed of capturing the wild spirit of the Smokies in a single frame — this guide will help you get there.
This is the most comprehensive wildlife photography guide for the Smokies you’ll find — built from years of hands-on experience and hundreds of hours spent tracking, observing, and photographing animals in the wild.
Whether you’re aiming to photograph black bears, elk, coyotes, or deer — this guide gives you everything you need to succeed.
Inside, you’ll find:
• My go-to locations for spotting wildlife — including exact roads, trails, and hidden vantage points
• The best seasons and times of day to catch animals at their most active
• Detailed insights on animal behavior to increase your odds
• Photography tips and camera settings tailored to each species
• Essential gear recs (and what’s not worth your money)
• Ethical wildlife photography practices
• Local camping tips and nearby town breakdowns for easy trip planning
If you’ve ever dreamed of capturing the wild spirit of the Smokies in a single frame — this guide will help you get there.
This is the most comprehensive wildlife photography guide for the Smokies you’ll find — built from years of hands-on experience and hundreds of hours spent tracking, observing, and photographing animals in the wild.
Whether you’re aiming to photograph black bears, elk, coyotes, or deer — this guide gives you everything you need to succeed.
Inside, you’ll find:
• My go-to locations for spotting wildlife — including exact roads, trails, and hidden vantage points
• The best seasons and times of day to catch animals at their most active
• Detailed insights on animal behavior to increase your odds
• Photography tips and camera settings tailored to each species
• Essential gear recs (and what’s not worth your money)
• Ethical wildlife photography practices
• Local camping tips and nearby town breakdowns for easy trip planning
If you’ve ever dreamed of capturing the wild spirit of the Smokies in a single frame — this guide will help you get there.