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Sunset

Golden Hour at the Park

Grab a sweet treat, catch the sunset, and wind down in a quiet green space.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 90 min

Timeline

  1. 15:58

    Forma Bakery

    Stop by Forma Bakery for a concha or croissant. They open at 8AM and sell out early, so getting here before the afternoon rush ensures you get the fresh pastries.

  2. 16:43

    Bushrod Park

    Walk nine minutes northeast to Bushrod Park. It is a small, neighborhood park surrounded by homes, offering a peaceful spot to eat your snack and wait for the light to change.

  3. 17:13

    Bushrod Park

    Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The low angle of the winter sun casts a warm glow over the park’s trees and the surrounding rooftops.

  4. 17:43

    Bushrod Park

    Stay a moment longer as the light fades, enjoying the quiet of the residential area before heading back.

Local tip

Forma Bakery may close early if they sell out, so going earlier in the day is safer if you want their specific pastries.

Check before you go

  • Forma Bakery hours are 8AM–2:30PM daily.

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

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