The majority of people who contact me for proposals are coming here on a Niagara Falls vacation. The couples who are coming usually have no idea what's around the area but know they want to propose and have the Niagara Falls in the background. This is absolutely something you can do! It's going to make a difference whether you come to Niagara in the winter, or the summer (or somewhere in between). Summer time can get pretty crazy down by the Falls and people looking to have a bit more privacy might want to head down to Oaks Garden Theatre. This Niagara Parks property is just to the left of Niagara Falls and right next to the Rainbow bridge. It's a great spot during the busy summer months because there are less people than directly in front of the Falls and parking is a little easier to navigate.
The gardens themselves are gorgeous and have a ton of variety for your engagement photos immediately following your proposal. Oaks Garden features formal gardens, a lily pond with a bridge and gorgeous architecture. There are several spots in the garden where the Niagara Falls are visible. This means you aren't limited in your options to do a proposal with a bit of privacy and Niagara Falls in the background.
Winter gets a bit trickier as the gardens aren't maintained. However, the architecture and metal gates are still a great back drop for your proposal and engagement photos.