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Best Places To Propose In Colorado
Ultimate proposal location guide and ideas for 2025
Congrats!
If you’ve made it here that means you’ve decided propose.
At this stage, you’re probably searching for the best places to propose in Colorado and trying to figure out how to actually pull this thing off. Well, good news, we’ve got you covered! As Denver Colorado proposal photographers we’ll help you find the perfect place to propose and show you how to pull off a surprise proposal.
In this guide we’ll provide you with Colorado proposal ideas, the best locations, show you how to set up the proposal, walk you through proposal packages and photographers and most importantly- get you engaged!!
Reasons To Propose In Colorado
colorado is the best place to Propose in the us!
If you’re looking for epic mountain views, a wide variety of scenery, a simple proposal process- Colorado is the perfect proposal location for you! Here are some of the top reasons to propose in Colorado:
Epic Mountain Views
Colorado offers a variety of stunning backdrops, from rugged mountains, alpine lakes and forests! The best part? You can get ALL of that scenery in one place!
Accessible Locations
When proposing in Colorado you can choose an easily accessible location (like the one pictured here), or if you’re a couple who loves hiking there are plenty of great trails as well! There’s something for everyone in CO.
Beautiful year-round
No matter which season you decide to propose in, there are endless locations to choose from. Colorado is stunning and a great place to propose year round!
your photos will be stunning!
If beautiful photos are important to you, choose Colorado! You’re sure to have jaw-dropping photos when you propose in Colorado and hire a local proposal specialist.
How To Propose in Colorado
Step 1 – Choose A Date
The first step is to decide when you’d like to propose, and find a photographer that’s available to document it. This is the first step, because the photographer will help with suggesting the best places to propose in Colorado, timing, etc!
Step 2 – Choose A Location
One you have your photographer, choose where to propose from their location guide. Think carefully about what type of setting your partner would want!
Step 3 – Make A Plan
Now that you have the time and place, put together a plan of how to get them there without ruining the surprise. We’ve listed some proposal ideas below!
Step 4 – Propose!
It’s time- you’re there with your partner and have a photographer hiding in the background ready to capture the moment. All that’s left is to pull out the ring!
Colorado Proposal Ideas
One of the most important parts of planning your proposal is figuring out the perfect story to tell your partner to get them to the location at the right time! You’ll also want to make sure that although they don’t know you’re going to propose, they are dressed up and ready for the moment and photos.
A Photoshoot
One of the easiest ways to capture the moment perfectly and make sure your partner is photo ready is to plan a photo shoot! You can tell them you won a free photo session from a local photographer.
Hiking proposal
If you’re the outdoorsy type, plan a hike and pop the question at a beautiful viewpoint.
An Event With Friends & Family
Another proposal idea is to have your friends or family in on the plan and invite you both to an event they’re hosting. You’ll show up to the location together and everything will be set up and ready for you to propose! Then, you can celebrate with them after you get the “yes”!
A Romantic Dinner
You can have plans to go to a nice restaurant for dinner (so they will be dressed up and feel great)! Then, you can make a pit-stop at a scenic viewpoint before you get dinner and pop the question there.
Browse Through The
Best Places To Propose In Colorado
Keystone Proposal
Loveland Pass
Loveland Pass is a scenic but easy to get to location that would be perfect for a sunrise proposal in the mountains.
Distance From Denver: 1 hour drive
Permit required: no
Breckenridge Proposal
Sapphire point
Sapphire Point is a scenic overlook along a popular hiking trail offers panoramic views overlooking Lake Dillon and the mountains around Breckenridge. This place gets busy and reservation does not mean that the public can’t enter. Choose sunrise!
Distance From Denver: 1.5 hour drive
Permit required: can be reserved, but not required
Winter Proposal
Lake County
One of our favorite areas for winter proposals in Colorado is Lake county! There are tons of easily accessible locations just a short walk from your car to epic views like this.
Distance From Denver: 2.5 hour drive
Permit required: No
Aspen Proposal
Maroon Bells
This iconic mountain backdrop near Aspen is absolutely breathtaking. Hike the Maroon Lake Scenic Trail for stunning views for your proposal.
Distance From Denver: 3.5 hour drive
Permit required: parking reservation or bus ticket
Estes Park Proposal
Rocky Mountain National Park
Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the best places to propose in Colorado! Head to secluded and romantic Sprague Lake, pick one of the park’s epic scenic overlooks like 3M Curve, or hike to Dream Lake for jaw-dropping views of the mountains as you propose.
Distance From Denver: 2 hour drive
Permit required: Timed entry and park entrance pass
Hiking Proposal
Crested Butte
Ride the Silver Queen gondola up for panoramic mountain views or propose amid the wildflowers in summer in Crested Butte. There are plenty of stunning hikes to consider for a more private proposal!
Distance From Denver: 4 hour drive
Permit required: Varies
Colorado Springs Proposal
Garden Of The Gods
With its towering red rock formations against the backdrop of Pikes Peak, this park in Colorado Springs makes a stunning spot for a proposal. Head to the Central Garden area for the most iconic views in Garden Of The Gods!
Distance From Denver: 1.5 hour drive
Permit required: No, Free
Denver Proposal
Mount falcon
Mount Falcon is a short easy hike close to Denver with scenic mountain views, perfect for sunset!
Distance From Denver: 30 minute drive
Permit required: Photo permit required
Unique Proposal
Great Sand Dunes
The Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve in southern Colorado is a unique and scenic spot for a marriage proposal.
Distance From Denver: 4 hour drive
Permit required: Photo permit may be required
Mountain Proposal
San Juan Mountains
Looking for somewhere truly jaw-dropping to propose in Colorado? The San Juan Mountains are home to some of the most scenic viewpoints!
Distance From Denver: 7 hour drive
Permit required: varies
A Sentimental Location
Somewhere Meaningful
Choose a location that is sentimental to you both- maybe it’s somewhere you visit together all the time or the place you met.
Other best places to propose in Colorado include the Denver Botanical Gardens, a nice restaurant, etc. Or choose a destination like Yosemite!
Hey, we’re Savannah & Greg!
Colorado Proposal Photographers
The next step is to hire a proposal photographer to document this important milestone in your relationship. You and your fiancé will want these photos to cherish forever and to announce the good news to your friends and family!
We’re a husband and wife team specializing in proposals in Colorado. We know it can feel overwhelming not knowing where to start, which is why we help couples set a date, pick a location, make a plan, figure out what to wear, timing, etc.
Colorado Proposal Packages
Our proposal packages start at $2000 for coverage of the proposal and photos afterwards, with two photographers (for all the angles!). This includes locations within ~2 hours of Denver, Colorado and up to a 2 mile hike. Additional fees may apply for locations that require a longer hike or drive.
Proposal Packages Starting at $2000
Two Proposal Photographers
Professional photography and optional videography services from an experienced husband/wife team who’ve photographed countless proposals together. Posing guidance and direction to make you feel and look great in front of the camera, no experience necessary.
Colorado Proposal Planners
We’ll collaborate with you to set up a plan to get your soon-to-be-fiance to your location, with us hidden, and document the surprise!
Location Guidance
A list of all the most beautiful locations in the area based on scenery, accessibility, permits and logistics. Easily find the best hidden gem places to propose in Colorado!
Proposal & Photoshoot After
We’ll document your proposal and have a photoshoot afterwards, so you have each moment candidly documented as well as stunning portraits and close ups.
Timeline Creation
We’ll craft a timeline that considers ideal lighting and making sure your whole experience is relaxed and stress free.
Contact
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