Reviewed by: Emily Phillips
Pop the question at these 13 beautiful proposal spots in Huntsville
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Ready to pop the question? Huntsville has all sorts of spots for you to propose—all beautiful, unique and picture-perfect. Here’s 13 of them—6 nature spots, 5 iconic Huntsville spots and 2 spots totally worth the drive.
Huntsville nature spots
1. Madison County Nature Trail on Green Mountain
There are many spots along the trail that would be perfect for a proposal—including an old open-air chapel and a dock over the picturesque lake.
- Location: 5000 Nature Trail Rd SE, Huntsville, AL 35803
- Hours: 7AM-6:30PM
- Website
2. Scott’s Orchard
Scott’s Orchard is beautiful no matter what season you propose in. In spring, the blooms create a bright background, and in fall they’re filled with precious apples.
- Location: 2163 Scott Rd, Hazel Green, AL 35750
- Hours: Monday-Saturday 8AM-5PM, Saturday 1PM-5PM
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3. Monte Sano State Park
Looking for the perfect view inside the city? Head up to Monte Sano, a never-gets-old spot in Huntsville. Or, go for the Japanese Garden with the iconic gazebo, Japanese maples and azaleas.
- Location: 5105 Nolen Ave SE, Huntsville, AL 35801
- Hours: Sunday-Saturday 8AM-5PM
- Website
4. Burritt on the Mountain
Burritt on the Mountain’s view, enclosed by a stone wall and glass fence, is a perfect proposal backdrop if you ask us. Or, you can pick a more intimate spot here like one of the trails or historic cabins.
- Location: 3101 Burritt Dr SE, Huntsville, AL 35801
- Hours: Sunday 12PM-5PM, Monday closed, Tuesday-Saturday 9AM-5PM
- Website
5. Hays Nature Preserve
For a wide-open green space or a canopied forest with fairytale vibes, head to Hays Nature Preserve in the Hampton Cove area.
- Location: 7161 US-431, Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763
- Hours: Sunday-Saturday 6AM-8PM
- Website
6. Blevin’s Gap Nature Preserve
Blevins Gap Nature Preserve has several beautiful trails and waterfalls. But the showstopper is the view—and there’s a rocky platform overlooking it.
- Location: 3470 Cecil Ashburn Dr SE, Huntsville, AL 35802
- Hours: Sunday-Saturday 7AM-7PM
- Website
Iconic Huntsville spots
7. Historic Huntsville Depot
The Historic Huntsville Depot is chock full of spots that would make for a cool vintage proposal. Choose from the railroad car, the front porch of a historic building or the grassy middle—all cute and classy.
8. Huntsville Botanical Gardens
A classic Huntsville spot for all kinds of occasions, Huntsville Botanical Gardens has gazebos, bridges and flowers galore. Golden hour would be the perfect time to pop the question here.
- Location: 4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
- Hours: Sunday 11AM-6:30PM, Monday-Tuesday 9AM-6:30PM, Wednesday 9AM-8PM, Thursday 9AM-6:30PM, Friday-Saturday 9AM-6PM
- Website
9. Space & Rocket Center
What could be more Huntsville-esque than a proposal under the Saturn V rocket? It’d be especially stunning at dusk.
- Location: 1 Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL 35805
- Hours: Sunday-Saturday 9AM-5PM
- Website
10. Bridge Street Town Center
How cute is the creamy, big-city background in this proposal spot? There’s also a classic carousel nearby that would make for some fun photos.
- Location: 365 The Bridge St, Huntsville, AL 35806
- Hours: Sunday 12PM-7PM, Monday-Saturday 10AM-9PM
- Website
11. Big Spring Park
Big Spring Park in downtown Huntsville is a well-known spot for a reason. It’s got a pond, famous red bridge, gazebo, cherry trees and massive stepping stones over the water. We think any of those would make for a lovely proposal spot.
- Location: Church St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
Worth the drive
12. Gorham’s Bluff
Located about an hour east of Huntsville is an unincorporated community near Pisgah, Alabama. There’s a charming gazebo overlooking a breathtaking view. It’s a lesser-known but truly remarkable spot.
- Location: 101 Gorham Dr, Pisgah, AL 35765
- Website
13. Weathington Park
And one last spectacular view. This one’s about 45 minutes outside of Huntsville, south of Scottsboro. It overlooks water that flows into Guntersville Lake.
- Location: Tammy Little Dr, Section, AL 35771
- Hours: Sunday-Saturday 8AM-7PM
There’s more where that came from. Check out our guide to 5 Huntsville insider spots for the perfect photo.
So, which one is your favorite? Let us know on social media with our hashtag #hvilleblast or tag us @hvilleblast!