Elkhorn Stables surprise engagement in Estes Park, Colorado

Surprise Engagement While Horseback Riding in Estes Park

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Estes Park Surprise Engagement at Elkhorn Stables

Another perfectly executed surprise engagement! This one while horseback riding!!

Seriously, she had absolutely no idea this was coming… or that I was staked out and hiding behind that big old rock when they stopped mid-ride to get off the horses and stretch their legs.

When he got down on one knee, she was overwhelmed with joy.

Horseback riding proposals are such a fun option for couples looking for a little adventure as well as a unique story of the day they got engaged! They’re great for animal lovers, and couples that prefer experiences over things too.

If you’re planning a surprise proposal in Estes Park or Rocky Mountain National Park and looking for ideas, here are a few favorite proposal stories and planning resources:

Oh, and don’t forget to check out part two of their engagement photos at the bottom of this post! After their horseback riding engagement, we headed back to their cabin in Estes Park for a cozy backyard engagement session with their golden retriever puppy.

Man getting down on one knee at Elkhorn Stables for a proposal in Estes Park

Man proposing to his girlfriend during horseback ride in Estes Park

Surprise proposal moment in the mountains of Estes Park, Colorado

Newly engaged couple kissing with snowcapped mountains in the background

Couple embracing after a surprise engagement while horseback riding through the Colorado mountains

Couple petting their horse after surprise horseback riding engagement

Couple holding hands side by side on horses

Couple holding hands while horseback riding in the Colorado mountains

Wide shot of couple on horseback with Rocky Mountain National Park views

Couple on horseback looking back at one another

Couple on horseback following a surprise engagement in Colorado mountains

Couple on horseback riding toward mountains through the forest

Couple standing in the doorway of horse barn after surprise proposal

And remember, their adventure certainly didn’t end there! If you’re ready for your heart to melt, check out part two of their engagement photos! 👇

Engagement photos with golden retriever puppy

Colorado Cabin Engagement Photos with Their Golden Retriever

Meet Your Estes Park Surprise Engagement Photographer

Hey, I’m Amber!

An Estes Park based couples photographer who specializes in couples photos that feel like you.

I’m here to help you create a photography experience that feels like your next favorite date. Whether we’re taking engagement photos at a local coffee shop, or on a private sailboat on Dillon Reservoir, I’ll do whatever it takes to make your photos fun and meaningful.

Think we might be a good fit? Fill out the inquiry form below and let’s meet!

Let’s do this!