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Sunset

Golden Light at Indian Rock

Catch the last warm rays of the day from Berkeley’s iconic rock formation.

Best time: 15 OctoberAbout 75 min

Timeline

  1. 17:10

    Cragmont Park

    Grab a coffee or a snack at a nearby shop in the Northbrae area before heading out. Check the route for the best path to Indian Rock Park.

  2. 17:35

    Indian Rock Park

    Walk 13 minutes west to Indian Rock Park. Arrive early to secure a good spot on the rocks. The park is open daily from 06:00 to 22:00, so you have plenty of time.

  3. 17:55

    Indian Rock Park

    Watch the golden light bathe the rocks and the bay in warm hues. The sun sets toward the W, offering a clear view of the horizon.

  4. 18:25

    Cragmont Park

    End the evening with a short walk back to Cragmont Park. It is a quiet place to reflect on the view before heading home.

Local tip

The walk from Cragmont Park to Indian Rock is short and straightforward. Keep an eye on the sky as the light changes quickly near sunset.

Check before you go

  • Indian Rock Park is open 06:00-22:00 daily.
  • Cragmont Park is open 06:00-22:00 daily.
  • Check the route from Northbrae shops to Indian Rock Park as no specific directions are provided in the context.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Berkeley (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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