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Evening

Sunset at the Falls

Catch the last light of day at the Lower Falls before heading into the city for dinner.

Best time: sunsetAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 16:15

    Lower Falls Overlook Park

    Find a spot on the overlook to watch the sun dip below the horizon. The sculpture "The Seat of Remembering and Forgetting" stands as a quiet witness to the view.

  2. 17:20

    High Falls

    Walk down to High Falls. The 96-foot waterfall is best viewed from the center of downtown as the light fades and the water begins to glow.

  3. 18:00

    Lower Falls Overlook Park

    Head back up to Lower Falls Overlook Park to let the evening settle in before moving on.

Local tip

Check the route for High Falls from the overlook, as there is no direct walking direction provided in the context.

Check before you go

  • Sunset times vary by season. In January it is 17:00, in April 19:53, in July 20:48, and in October 18:27.

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