How to Propose in Lake Tahoe: Romantic Marriage Proposal Ideas

Edward & Kat's Proposal Story in Lake Tahoe

How did you meet?

School

What is your love story?

Kat and I met Junior year of college at Penn State in 2015 and have been dating for 8 years. 6 of those years were long distance, as we graduated college and she went on to attend Vet school in Los Angeles, followed by internships and residencies around the country. During all this time, I remained in Philadelphia. That brings us to Reno, where she is currently in residency. Multiple trips to see each other all across the country, daily Facetimes, and countless phone calls have solidified the fact that I want to be with this girl for the rest of my life.

What made you choose this proposal destination?

After moving her in to south Reno a little over a year ago and taking a couple trips down along the Lake Tahoe shoreline, I knew this was where I wanted to pop the question! And here we are...mission accomplished!

What is your proposal story?

Josiah did an amazing job guiding me in the right direction. I was able to surprise Kat by getting her older sister and fiance out to meet us at the proposal location after I popped the question. Josiah helped to hide them until that moment. The weather was beautiful and we even got a little sun shower and rainbow towards the end of the shoot that was captured in some of the pictures.

Best tip for proposing in Lake Tahoe

Check the weather! It can change quickly so be prepared with coats, umbrellas, etc. if necessary. If proposing at sunset, find a location along the east coast (Nevada side) of the lake.

Proposed in Lake Tahoe in August

Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route

Josiah in Lake Tahoe for Flytographer

Kevin's Proposal Story in Lake Tahoe

What is your love story?

We met at local Crossfit gym in North Carolina and from the moment we met, we both knew that was it.

What made you choose this proposal destination?

Emerald Cove and South Lake Tahoe sunrises are some of Danielle's happiest/best memories as a child and I wanted to make that place even more special.

What is your proposal story?

We woke up to go watch the sunrise at Emerald Bay vista point and as we were sitting there together, Alyssa (our photographer) was disguised as just another tourist out there snapping photos. Little did Danielle, she was out there capture the very moment I proposed. It was absolutely magical; no makeup or fancy clothes, we both had just rolled out of bed. Everything about it was perfect.

Proposed in Lake Tahoe in August

Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route

Alyssa in Lake Tahoe for Flytographer

Ryan's Proposal Story in Lake Tahoe

What is your love story?

We are college sweethearts who were set up by two friends who thought we would have fun and get along well. We met at an undergrad fraternity party at FSU. Needless to say, 5 years later, I knew she was the one I wanted to spend the rest of my life with.

What made you choose this proposal destination?

Being from South Florida and now living in Dallas, Melissa had never seen snow. I wanted to do something special for her birthday, so I planned a trip to Lake Tahoe so that she could finally see it (and I knew it would be an unforgettable place for the proposal).

What is your proposal story?

I told Melissa to be ready by a certain time so that we could take pictures before her birthday dinner. There was a certain spot by the lake I had pointed out earlier in the weekend, so we went there and took selfies down by the lake. After a few, our photographer Nicky who was casually there asked if we wanted her to take a picture on our iPhone. Once she had positioned us where the lighting was good, I turned Melissa toward me and got down on one knee, and the rest is history.

Proposed in Lake Tahoe in February

Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route

Nicky in Lake Tahoe for Flytographer