Timeline
07:13
SPoT Express — Waterfront Village Center
Pick up a hot coffee to keep your hands warm while you wait.
07:33
Walk to the patio of Templeton Landing to find a spot with a clear view of the water. The seating is open seasonally, but the structure is open for access.
07:43
Watch the sunrise over the lake. The sun sets toward the WSW, meaning it rises in the ENE. From this SSE-facing spot, you will have a direct view of the horizon where the sun appears.
07:58
Head to The Hatch for a warm breakfast or snack. The burgers and hot dogs are perfect for a chilly morning, and the lake breezes are still cooling.
Local tip
January mornings are cold. Dress warmly and bring a thermos if you prefer your coffee extra hot.
Check before you go
- Templeton Landing hours: Mon-Thu 11AM-9PM, Fri Sat 11AM-10PM, Sun brunch 10AM-2:30PM. Note: If arriving before 10 AM on a Sunday or 11 AM on weekdays, you may not be able to sit inside the restaurant, but the exterior patio area is accessible.
- The Hatch hours: May 1-Oct 15: daily 7AM-10PM. This plan is for January, so The Hatch is closed. Please check if The Hatch is open or substitute with another nearby option like Liberty Hound (Mo-Th 11:30-21:00) if you need a hot meal after sunrise.
- SPoT Express hours: Mo-Fr 07:00-16:00. On Jan 15 (Friday), this is open for your coffee run.
Worth knowing
- SPoT Express — Waterfront Village Center is open at 07:13 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr
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