Timeline
15:12
Pick up a snack or drink at the Donald Cahill Art Gallery. The gallery displays seaside landscapes by a local artist who is also a whale-watching captain, setting the tone for the coastal evening.
15:42
Walk to Cap-Blanc Lighthouse. This 7-meter red-and-white beacon stands on the edge of the rocky shoals. Arrive just before the golden light hits to find the best angle and avoid the main tourist rush.
15:57
Watch the golden light wash over the octagonal lighthouse and the water. The sun sets toward the WSW, illuminating the historic structure built in 1915.
16:27
End the evening at Restaurant des Margaulx. Located near the dock at L'Anse à Butler, this restored building is a perfect spot to digest your snack and reflect on the view.
Local tip
The Donald Cahill Art Gallery is open during the day, but check their specific hours if you are going early. Restaurant des Margaulx is open daily from 09:00 to 17:00 in mid-June through late September, and until 16:00 from late September through early October.
Check before you go
- Donald Cahill Art Gallery hours are not specified in the source, so verify opening times before heading there.
- Restaurant des Margaulx closes at 17:00 (mid-Jun to late Sep) or 16:00 (late Sep to early Oct). Ensure your visit fits within these hours.
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