The Most Picturesque Place to Get Engaged in Every State

With a pier like that in the background, how could anyone say no? 

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Plan your proposal around when the northern lights will be their brightest. Don't worry if you aren't an astronomy buff — there are apps for that.

It doesn't get more epic than this.

It might be a little steamy, but the pictures will be stunning.

There are about a million stunning places to pick from in California, but La Jolla is extra Instagrammable.

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If you can get a picture with the mountains reflecting on the lake, it'll make your engagement ring shot even better. 

There's something kinda romantic about the beach during the off-season. It's chilly, yes, but you'll probably have the place to yourselves and you'll have to snuggle to keep warm.

Those light posts! That pier! You'll be rolling in likes.   

Florida beach proposals are a dime a dozen. Try something different and propose in a beach town with history, like St. Augustine. 

Your proposal or a scene from The Notebook? Honestly, it will be hard to tell.

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Hawaii is another state where you'd be tempted to propose on the beach. Instead, hike to the top of Haleakala during sunrise. You won't regret it. 

The only downside: Your sparkling rock will have to compete with the reflections in Couer d'Alene's pristine water.

If you can't decide between the skyline or the water for your big moment, Chicago is the answer to your dilemma. 

The canal walk at sunset — that golden hour when it's perfectly lit up with the skyline in the background — sounds like the perfect Indy proposal plan. 

There was a movie called Bridges Of Madison County for a reason — they're romantic AF.

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This museum uses dichroic glass in its construction, which gives it those colors. 😍

Red River Gorge is pretty year-round, but if you're planning a fall proposal, look no further.

If you can pick a time you know it'll be quiet (which may be impossible), Bourbon Street would be just the right amount of charming. If Bourbon Street isn't your thing, try Audubon Park or Woldenberg Park.

There are tons of lighthouses in Maine, and they're all pretty, so take your pick. I'm partial to this one, though.