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Sunset

Golden Hour at the Ennis House

Watch the sun dip below the horizon behind the concrete waves of the Ennis House, then wind down with a view from the park below.

Best time: 17:06About 90 min

Timeline

  1. 16:06

    Ennis House

    Arrive at the Ennis House before the crowds gather. Walk around the exterior to find your favorite angle of the textile blocks catching the last warm light of the day.

  2. 17:06

    Ennis House

    Stand back and watch the sun set toward the WSW. The golden light fades quickly, leaving the house in silhouette against the darkening sky.

  3. 17:36

    Griffith Park Fern Dell Hiking Trail

    Walk down to Fern Dell for a quiet stroll among the ferns and the sound of the creek. It is a cool, shaded contrast to the open hilltop.

Local tip

The Ennis House is located on a winding residential street. Check the route for access. There are no food or drink shops listed nearby, so plan to eat before or after your visit.

Check before you go

  • Sunset is at 17:06 on 15 January. Arrive early to secure a good spot.

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

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