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If you’re searching for impressive proposal ideas in Colorado, alpine lakes offer a stunning and intimate setting. With crystal-clear water, peaceful surroundings, and mountain reflections, these locations are ideal for thoughtful and romantic surprise proposals. Some of these lakes are only accessible in the summer and fall while others you can visit year round. Explore this collection of alpine lake proposal spots to find some of the best places to propose in Colorado high up in the alpine.
Romantic Alpine Lake Proposal Spots in CO
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Real Proposals with Alpine Lakes
Evergreen Lake proposal
Maroon Lake Proposal
with Ryan & Alissa. This lake in Evergreen is used during the summer for all kinds of watersports and sometimes ice skating in the winter. Some trails are less crowded, great for a proposal moment.
* This proposal location is about a 45 minute drive from Denver
* This proposal location is about a 4 hour drive from Denver
with Jackson and Claire. The scenic hike around Maroon Lake is flat and about 2 miles in total. On a clear day you can see the Maroon Bells Peak reflected in the lake below. The beauty and accessibility of this trail make it a popular destination.
brainard Lake Proposal
Dillon Marina Proposal
with Matt & Madeline. This alpine lake, although small, offers some really beautiful scenery with large rocks, a sandy beach and the Indian Peak mountains behind it. Its one of my favorite locations for portraits.
* This proposal location is about a 1.5 hour drive from Denver
* This proposal location is about a 1.5 hour drive from Denver
with Greg & Rachel. This location is along the shores of Lake Dillon, a massive alpine lake. There are a ton of trails all around the lake shore. The Dillon Marina offers easy parking and a quick walk down to the lakeside beach.
RMNP Bear Lake Proposal
Clinton GUlch Proposal
with Will & Erika. This alpine lake is one of the most popular spots in Rocky Mountain National Park. Sometimes a little more planning is needed to go here for a proposal, but it's totally worth it!
* This proposal location is about a 2 hour drive from Denver
* This proposal location is about a 1.5 hour drive from Denver
with Dijon & Mana. There is a striking mountain range that surrounds this large alpine lake. And you don't have to walk far to get down to the water's edge. The elevation here is high so it can be cold for most of the year.
