Timeline
17:14
Arrive early. The battlefield is free and open, giving you time to walk the grounds and settle in before the light changes.
17:59
Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The golden light at 17:26 will warm the landscape, leading into the sunset at 17:59.
18:29
Stay for the twilight. The site is known for speculation about being haunted, making the fading light a memorable end to the day.
Local tip
There are no food or drink shops listed in the immediate vicinity. Check the route to Boca Chica State Park if you need refreshments before or after.
Check before you go
- Sunset times vary by season. On 15 January the sun sets at 17:59. On 15 July it sets later at 20:23.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Brownsville (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).