Timeline
06:33
Arrive at Cameron Wight Park. The park is open 24 hours, so you can get there early. Find a spot near the boat launching facility or the pavilion with a view toward the WSW where the sun will rise.
07:18
Watch the sunrise. On January 15, the sun rises at 07:18. The sky will brighten quickly as the light hits the water of the St. Johns River basin.
08:03
Stay for the golden light. Around 17:14 in January, the light turns warm and golden, casting long shadows across the park. This is a quiet time to reflect on the morning.
Local tip
There are no food or drink shops listed in the immediate vicinity for this early start. Bring your own coffee and breakfast if you want to eat before or during the sunrise. The park has paved parking and lighting, making it easy to find your spot even in the dark.
Check before you go
- The park is open 24 hours.
- Check the exact sunrise time for your specific date, as it varies throughout the year (e.g., 06:59 in April, 07:25 in October).
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Sanford (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).