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Sunset

Golden Light at the Resaca

A short walk to catch the sunset over the water, with a coffee in hand.

Best time: sunsetAbout 45 min

Timeline

  1. 17:35

    University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Bookstore

    Grab a Starbucks drink and browse the campus souvenirs at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Bookstore. It is located near the entrance from Texas Southmost College, just an 11-minute walk from the main anchor point.

  2. 17:45

    Lincoln Park

    Walk southeast to Lincoln Park. This park sits right next to the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley and offers a stone's throw view toward the U.S.-Mexico border. It is a great spot to find a quiet bench or picnic area before the light changes.

  3. 18:00

    Lincoln Park

    Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The late afternoon golden light will wash over the park and the nearby resaca, providing a calm backdrop to enjoy your drink.

Local tip

Check the university website for any evening events or activities happening around the city, as the campus is active even after sunset.

Check before you go

  • The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is open 24/7, but the bookstore hours may vary. Check the campus website for current operating times.

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

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