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Sunset

Golden Hour at Point Wilson

Grab a bite, catch the sunset, and end the evening with a drink.

Best time: 16:44About 90 min

Timeline

  1. 15:59

    Cablehouse

    Pick up fast food to go from the Cablehouse. This former cable storage building is just a short walk from the anchor and perfect for grabbing a quick meal before heading out.

  2. 16:21

    Point Wilson Lighthouse

    Walk 22 minutes northeast to Point Wilson Lighthouse. The abandoned lighthouse is closed off, but the exterior offers a striking view as the sun begins its descent toward the WSW.

  3. 16:44

    Point Wilson Lighthouse

    Watch the sunset. At 16:44, the sun dips below the horizon, casting golden light over the Puget Sound.

  4. 17:04

    Taps at the Guardhouse

    Walk 3 minutes back toward the Guardhouse area to Taps at the Guardhouse. This pub features local art exhibits and live music, making it a cozy spot to unwind after the cold evening air.

Local tip

The walk to the lighthouse is short but exposed. Bring a jacket for the wind off the water.

Check before you go

  • The Cablehouse is a beach shack with fast food to go; no sit-down service.
  • Opening hours for food and drink spots are not specified in the context, so check ahead for current times.

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

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