Timeline
16:03
Pick up a local tea or coffee at River Bend House of Brews. They source tea from the Great Mississippi Tea Company nearby. It is a short walk from the park, so you can grab your drink and head straight to the water.
16:42
Walk to Cooper's Ferry Park. The scenic boardwalk overlooks the Pearl River and features a historic water wheel. Find a spot on the boardwalk facing west to catch the view.
17:19
Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW, aligning perfectly with the river view from the boardwalk.
17:59
Walk to Midtown BBQ & Grill for dinner. Southern barbecue is the perfect way to end the evening. It is open until 21:30 on weekdays and weekends.
Local tip
Check the route if you need directions from the park to the restaurant. The walk between the park and the brewery is very short, but allow time to enjoy the view before the sun goes down.
Check before you go
- River Bend House of Brews is open until 18:00 on weekdays and until 23:00 on Fridays and Saturdays.
- Midtown BBQ & Grill is open until 20:00 on weekdays and until 21:30 on Fridays and Saturdays.
Worth knowing
- River Bend House of Brews is open at 16:03 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
- Midtown BBQ & Grill is open at 17:59 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Monticello (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).