Timeline
15:15
Grab a coffee or a quick bite at Chamberlain Park. It is the closest spot to your starting point and a good place to settle in before the walk.
15:40
Housatonic River East Branch Wildlife Management Area
Walk from Chamberlain Park to the Housatonic River East Branch Wildlife Management Area parking lot. The 15-minute walk takes you west, putting you in position to face the setting sun.
16:00
Housatonic River East Branch Wildlife Management Area
Find a quiet spot near the old canal or the mowed fields. The light turns golden around 16:00, casting a warm glow on the water and the old apple trees. The sun sets toward the WSW, so look in that direction for the best view.
16:30
Day Mountain Wildlife Management Area
End your evening with a short walk to Day Mountain Wildlife Management Area. It is a 31-minute walk from the anchor, offering a quiet place to reflect on the day as the light fades.
Local tip
The parking lot for the Western District Office serves as the access point for the WMA. Keep an eye on the sky as the sun sets toward the WSW.
Check before you go
- The golden light starts at 16:00 and sunset is at 16:44 on 15 January.
- Chamberlain Park is open for public access.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Dalton (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).