Timeline
16:15
Find Maplewood Arch at the intersection of Lake Ave. and Rt.104. This 36-foot steel sculpture is best viewed from the surrounding area. Since there are no food or drink options nearby, use this time to arrive early and get your bearings.
16:45
Wait at the base of the arch. The sun sets toward the WSW, casting long shadows across the structure. Check the route if you need to adjust your position for the best angle.
17:00
The moment arrives. As the sun dips below the horizon, the steel sculpture catches the final warm hues of the day. Take a few minutes to absorb the quiet atmosphere before the light fades completely.
17:30
Walk south to Middle Maplewood Park. The 13-minute walk takes you from the arch area into the park system. Enjoy the open play space and the views of the river along the Riverway Trail as the evening sets in.
Local tip
The arch is at a busy intersection. Keep an eye on traffic when moving between the arch and the park entrance.
Check before you go
- Maplewood Arch is an outdoor sculpture with no specific opening hours, but visibility is best at sunset.
- Middle Maplewood Park is an outdoor public space accessible at all hours.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Rochester (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).