Los Angeles Surprise Engagement Photography
7 L.A. Beaches Perfect for Surprise Engagement Photography
The weather may be cooling down, but proposal season in Los Angeles is just heating up. Looking a spot perfect for your surprise engagement photographs? These photogenic proposal spots will have you putting a ring on it! If you want more ideas, just check out our Los Angeles page.
Point Dume
Located at the edge of the Malibu Canyon, Point Dume offers stunning views of the Pacific Ocean below. The brief hike from the beach to the summit of the cliff is well worth it: on one side, there’s a field of wild, blooming yellow daisies, and to the other, a hidden cove only viewable from the outlook point. Point Dume is also known as the perfect spot to catch a glimpse of whales and dolphins– so they may make a surprise appearance at your engagement! Stop by the Sunset Restaurant and Bar for cocktails with a view, either before or after you pop the question. Or, if you’d rather have your entire proposal take place outdoors, arrange for a picnic blanket with a dozen roses and your favorite champagne to be waiting for the two of you either on the shore or at the summit.
Leo Carillo
The waves here make it a favorite for surfers, but it’s the incredible rock formations that make this beach perfect for surprise engagement photography. Whether the two of you have plans to camp nearby, or are visiting for a stroll on the scenic shores, this location is a star proposal spot.
Surfrider Beach
If the two of you are all about sun, sand and surf, this could be the perfect spot for you. The shoreline itself is small, but there is a pier nearby and surfers always riding the waves. Before or after you pop the question, perhaps arrange for a tour (and incredible photography!) at the nearby historic Adamson House and Malibu Lagoon Museum. The April through October, the National Park’s beachfront grounds are open for bookings and special events.
Santa Monica State Beach
This is the perfect location for anyone visiting from out of town. Miles of sand and coastline stretch in either direction, and iconic little blue Lifeguard stations dot the panoramic view. But the best part about this stretch of beach is its proximity to downtown Santa Monica. Have a world-class dinner at the Third Street Promenade before wandering down to the Santa Monica Pier to propose, like Nathan did!
Venice Beach
This iconic beach’s funky charm draws crowds from all over the country! This beach draws its name from the manmade canals that surround the shorefront, constructed in 1905 to imitate the Italian city of the same name. It serves as the backdrop for countless movies and music videos– so why not your proposal as well? Rent some rollerblades and skate down the colorful walkway to take in the street art and interesting store fronts, pausing at the point of your choosing to pop the question!
Paradise Cove
This Malibu gem is nestled into a cozy cove and lined by palm trees. Home to the Paradise Cove Cafe, this stretch of shore has lounge chairs set up right on the beach– so you can sip a cocktail with your toes in the sand. Malibu locals frequent the quaint hang out, which means that celeb sightings are not uncommon. Give your special someone the star treatment by surprising them with a proposal as the sun sets over the Pacific.
El Matador
Another beach notable for its incredible caves and rock formations, this quiet beach is located at the end of a long dirt road. Be prepared to walk down a set of stairs, and to take in the incredible views! Once you’ve reached a quiet section of shore, drop down to one knee and pop the question before walking through incredible rock formations for a stunning engagement shoot!
Share the moment you propose with your friends and family. Capture the romance of your Los Angeles beach proposal with surprise engagement photography!