Timeline
16:00
Grab a coffee and tea at El Hueso De Fraile. This popular local spot serves Latin American meals and specializes in various coffee flavors. It is a short 11-minute walk from the refuge.
17:30
Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge
Walk to Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge. Arrive with half an hour to spare to find a good vantage point. The refuge is open until 19:30, so you have plenty of time before the sun dips below the horizon.
18:00
Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge
Watch the sunset. On this date, the sun sets toward the WSW at 18:00. The golden light begins at 17:26, so the sky will be painting the wetlands in warm hues as you look west.
19:00
Return to El Hueso De Fraile for the evening. After the sunset, stay for the soothing live music. The venue is popular with locals and tourists, offering a relaxed atmosphere to wind down after your walk.
Local tip
The refuge is protected by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, so please stay on designated paths and keep noise down to respect the wildlife. El Hueso De Fraile is known for its live music at night, making it a perfect end to the evening.
Check before you go
- Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge is open daily from 07:00 to 19:30.
- El Hueso De Fraile does not list specific opening hours, but it is a popular evening spot with live music.
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