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Golden Hour at Tew's Falls

Beat the summer trickle and catch the spring flow at the city’s tallest waterfall during the last warm light of the day.

Best time: Sunset on 15 January (17:09)About 60 min

Timeline

  1. 16:24

    Dundas Farmers Market

    Grab a warm drink or a quick bite at the Dundas Farmers Market. It is open until 19:00, so you have plenty of time before the sun dips below the horizon.

  2. 16:49

    Tew's Falls

    Walk to Tew's Falls in Spencer Gorge/Webster's Falls Conservation Area. The $10 per car entrance fee covers the whole area, and the 41-metre drop is at its most powerful in the cooler months.

  3. 17:09

    Witherspoon Park

    Stand at Witherspoon Park to watch the sun set toward the WSW. This spot is only a 23-minute walk from the falls and offers a clear view of the light fading over the gorge.

  4. 17:39

    Cafe Domestique

    End the evening at Cafe Domestique. It is open until 18:00, which is just after sunset on this date, making it a perfect cozy spot to warm up and reflect on the view.

Local tip

The volume of water at Tew's Falls shrinks to a trickle in the summer, so this winter sunset plan ensures you see the full cascade.

Check before you go

  • Tew's Falls requires a $10 per car entrance fee.
  • Dundas Farmers Market is only open on Thursdays from 15:00 to 19:00.
  • Cafe Domestique closes at 18:00, so arrive early if you want a hot drink after dark.

Worth knowing

  • Dundas Farmers Market is open at 16:24 only on Th

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