Kyle had been planning for months to propose to Raquel during their Colorado Springs vacation. After six years together, he knew Garden of the Gods, with its timeless red rocks and sweeping mountain views, was where he wanted to ask her to marry him.

Even with rain showers and last-minute pivots, the moment unfolded perfectly. On a quiet overlook, Kyle dropped to one knee and Raquel’s joy lit up the evening. Their session flowed seamlessly from surprise proposal to tender, joy-filled portraits, proof that Garden of the Gods is one of the most romantic places to propose in Colorado.

Cade and Nicky’s couples session at Garden of the Gods held a beautiful surprise, a proposal on a quiet overlook just as the red rocks lit up at golden hour. What began as laughter in the rain turned into tears of joy and a heartfelt yes.

This post shares their full story: how Cade planned the perfect moment, why Garden of the Gods is one of the most romantic places to propose in Colorado Springs, and how a couples session can make a proposal even more meaningful.