It’s easy to get caught up in the idea of a stunning proposal in a faraway place- on a white sand beach in Hawaii, or hiking across a glacier in Alaska, or in a world-famous restaurant in New York. However, there are places that could be perfect for a marriage proposal all over the United States, not just in the big cities or near famous national landmarks. Virginia, for instance, boasts many charming and unique places for proposals, none of which are famous, but all of which could be the site for the proposal of your dreams. Especially, if you are from Virginia and want to propose where you and your girlfriend already have a ton of great memories.
Great Falls Park, near Great Falls, VA is a small national park that offers fifteen miles of hiking trails along small streams and a winding stretch of the Potomac River. The falls for which the park is named are stunning, with jutting stone formations rising from the river, which falls over a long series of rapids and forms beautiful plumes of whitewater. The river is popular with whitewater kayakers, and the cliffs in the park are a popular destination for rock climbers. Whether your sweetheart is a hiker, a kayaker, a rock climber, or just a lover of nature, the park offers many secluded spots for a beautiful outdoors proposal.
Just a few miles from McLean, VA is a historic site known as Colvin Run Mill. This 19th century flour mill is in amazing condition, and the high red brick walls and waterwheel of the building form a charming counterpoint to the wooded park that surrounds it. This is a beautiful destination for a simple, rustic picnic proposal, or for an in-depth history-themed proposal if your beloved is a history buff.
Burke Lake Park in Fairfax Station, VA is a large park that offers many different options for inventive proposals. The lake is a gorgeous expanse of water with a heavily forested shoreline, which makes for a breathtaking panorama of blue water, whether viewed from the shore or from a boat. No motorboats are allowed, so your proposal will not be interrupted by loud engines or high wakes. A picnic at the shoreline or a quiet moment together in a rowboat would make for an intimate, peaceful proposal, while the park’s other attractions provide a more fun-loving set of options: a lighthearted carousel proposal, or a sweet but silly proposal at the culmination of a game of miniature golf.
If you want to find the fabulous proposal locations in your area, contact The Heart Bandits. They have the experience and the resources to help you find the ideal spot for the perfect proposal, not too far from your own front door.
Photo by : Jashim Jalal Photography
Michele