Kaetyn planned for months: a scavenger hunt across their favorite places that led Nicole all the way to a San Francisco marina at sunset, where he was waiting with the Golden Gate Bridge behind him. Here is their magical proposal story.

From Filoli Gardens and towering redwoods to Sutro Baths and the Golden Gate Bridge, here are my favorite spots for engagement photos across the Bay Area, with what makes each one special and who it is best for.