Timeline
16:36
Grab a late afternoon snack or drink at Ceylon Caterers. The restaurant is open until 21:00 on Saturdays, so you have plenty of time to eat before heading out.
17:16
Walk to Bellyett Reserve to find your spot. This park is situated to the SW of the anchor, aligning well with the WNW sunset direction noted in the facts.
17:51
Watch the sun set toward the WNW. The golden light begins around 17:17, giving you a warm glow before the sun dips below the horizon at 17:51.
18:21
End your evening by walking through Morialta Conservation Park. The vehicle entrance remains open until 9PM, allowing you to stay in the area as the light fades completely.
Local tip
The waterfalls are most impressive in winter and spring, but even in summer, the ridges offer a striking backdrop for the sunset.
Check before you go
- Ceylon Caterers is open Mo-Fr 16:30-21:00 and Sa 11:00-21:00.
- Morialta Conservation Park vehicle entrance is closed on Christmas Day.
Worth knowing
- Ceylon Caterers is open at 16:36 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Adelaide (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).