Timeline
17:50
Walk the grounds of Grove Park Inn before the light fades. The 1913 Arts and Crafts building is striking against the evening sky.
18:20
Find a quiet corner on the grounds to watch the golden light hit the brick and timber. The sun sets toward the west, casting long shadows across the historic landscape.
19:05
Check the route to downtown for dinner and a drink after dark.
Local tip
The golden light window is short. Arrive early enough to find a spot with a view of the western sky.
Check before you go
- Golden light on 15 October starts around 18:20.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Asheville (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).