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Evening

Sunset at the Reserve

Grab a bite, hike out for the light, and wind down with a drink.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 16:26

    End of the Line General Store

    Pick up sandwiches and snacks at the End of the Line General Store. It is open until 20:00 on January 15, so you have plenty of time before the evening rush. This is your fuel for the walk.

  2. 17:06

    Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve

    Walk to the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve. The paved Seymour Valley Trailway is the main feature and is perfect for an easy evening stroll. Start walking the trail now so you are positioned for the view.

  3. 17:41

    Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve

    Stand at the viewing spot in the reserve. At 17:41 on January 15, the sun sets toward the WSW. The low winter light will cast long shadows through the valley as the sky turns.

  4. 18:26

    End of the Line General Store

    Return to the End of the Line General Store for a drink and to enjoy the baked goods you saved. The shop stays open until 20:00, giving you a cozy spot to end the evening after the sun has gone.

Local tip

The walk from the store to the reserve takes about 16 minutes. Bring a light layer as it gets colder near sunset in January.

Check before you go

  • End of the Line General Store is open 08:00-20:00 on Mondays, Saturdays, and Sundays in January.

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

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