When Shane reached out to plan a proposal to Alex, I was immediately in. The only catch? It was happening on the south ridge of Champlain Mountain in Acadia National Park—which meant a serious hike… with 40lbs of gear on my back. But the view? So worth every step.
Champlain isn’t as popular as Cadillac or the Bubbles, but that’s part of the magic. The trail up the south ridge is quiet, peaceful, and delivers absolutely breathtaking views of the ocean and surrounding peaks. With the wind brushing over the ridge and the golden light settling in, Shane got down on one knee. Alex’s reaction was everything! I couldn’t stop smiling behind the lens.
We spent the next few minutes soaking in the mountaintop moment, capturing every angle of the newly engaged couple. The excitement, the emotion, and that incredible Acadia backdrop, plus the golden hour, made it all unforgettable.
Every proposal is unique, but there’s something especially powerful about declaring forever on a mountaintop. Alex and Shane’s love, set against the quiet wild of Champlain, was an absolute joy to witness and photograph!
