A Sunrise Surprise: Michaella & Jesse’s Avalanche Lake Proposal

Y’all… this Avalanche Lake proposal was straight-up magic! My alarm went off at 5am, and before the rest of the world even thought about coffee, I was lacing up my boots and hiking in the dark toward Avalanche Lake. Just me, my camera, and the sound of my footsteps on the trail. The sun was barely creeping over the peaks when I arrived, and the lake was pure glass, mountains towering, waterfalls spilling down like they were painted on, and this electric quiet in the air. Michaella thought she and Jesse were just here for a casual morning hike… little did she know forever was about to start!!

The Moment He Popped the Question

When they finally made it to the shoreline, I kept my distance, playing it cool until Jesse gave me the subtle “it’s happening” vibes. Then, right there with the mountains watching and the water perfectly still, he dropped to one knee. Her face went from casual-hike-mode to total shock in seconds, and then she was laughing, crying, and saying yes all at once. It was the kind of moment that makes you forget to breathe for a second, pure joy, pure love, and one seriously gorgeous backdrop.

Champagne, Snacks & Just-Engaged Glow

After the big “YES!” we got right into celebrating, a little champagne pop (okay, maybe a lot), running around the shoreline, and soaking up that just-engaged energy. We laughed, snapped a few more photos, and then I left them to have their own private moment with snacks and mountain views. Hiking back down, I couldn’t stop smiling, we nailed the surprise, and it felt so dang good!

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Amber Lynn Photography | Glacier Park Engagement Photographer

If you’ve been dreaming about a proposal that’s adventurous, unforgettable, and set against a backdrop that’ll make your jaw drop, I’m ready to help make it happen. Avalanche Lake is one of those places that feels almost too beautiful to be real, especially at sunrise when the world is quiet and the mountains are glowing. Whether you want a total surprise like Michaella and Jesse or something a little more planned, I’ll be there to capture every look, laugh, and happy tear! Ready for me to capture it? Head to my contact page so we can chat about the ideas you have! If you want to learn more about me and what I do, click here. Can’t wait to hear from you!