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Sunset

Golden Light at Cumbres

Watch the sun dip below the rugged peaks of Monterrey’s northernmost national park.

Best time: 17:40About 90 min

Timeline

  1. 17:13

    Cumbres of Monterrey National Park

    Arrive at Cumbres of Monterrey National Park. The free entry gives you access to the rugged mountain terrain. Use this hour to find a comfortable vantage point among the cliffs and hills that offer views toward the west-southwest.

  2. 17:58

    Cumbres of Monterrey National Park

    Settle in. The park is free and open, allowing you to secure your spot before the crowd arrives. There are no food or drink shops listed within the immediate context to purchase items on-site, so ensure you have brought water and a light snack with you.

  3. 18:13

    Cumbres of Monterrey National Park

    The moment arrives. At 18:13, the sun sets toward the WSW. The golden light that began at 17:40 will be fading into the twilight, casting long shadows over the sheer cliffs and rushing rivers of the park.

Local tip

The park is large with over 1,770 hectares. Choose your viewing spot carefully based on the sunset direction (WSW). Since there are no listed food or drink shops in the context, plan to bring your own refreshments. Check the route for access to the park if you do not have a car.

Check before you go

  • The park is free.
  • No food or drink shops are listed in the context; bring your own supplies.
  • Sunset on Jan 15 is at 18:13.

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

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