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Sunset

Golden Hour at the Riverfront

A short walk from the Mosaic Templars Cultural Center to catch the sunset over the Arkansas River.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 75 min

Timeline

  1. 16:36

    Community Bakery

    Pick up pastries and coffee. Community Bakery opens early and is just a 9-minute walk from the Mosaic Templars Cultural Center. Grab something sweet to enjoy while you walk.

  2. 16:51

    Riverfront Park

    Walk to Riverfront Park. It is a 21-minute walk from the bakery area (via the anchor). This park overlooks the Arkansas River and is the site of La Petite Roche, the rock formation that gave the city its name. Arrive here to find a good spot facing west.

  3. 17:21

    Riverfront Park

    Watch the sun set. On 15 January, the sun sets at 17:21 toward the WSW. The golden light begins around 16:43, giving you plenty of time to settle in and enjoy the view over the river.

  4. 17:41

    William J. Clinton Presidential Library and Park

    Stroll to the William J. Clinton Presidential Library and Park. It is a 29-minute walk from the Mosaic Templars Cultural Center, but since you are already at Riverfront Park, check the route for the best path. The Library is the largest in the Presidential Library system and offers a chance to reflect on the day.

Local tip

Check the route from Riverfront Park to the Clinton Library, as it is a significant walk. If you prefer a shorter evening, end your visit at Riverfront Park after sunset.

Check before you go

  • Community Bakery is open Mo-Th 06:00-20:00, Fr-Sa 06:00-21:00, and Su 07:00-20:00.
  • Sunset on 15 January is at 17:21 local time.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Little Rock (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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