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Sunset at Lake Monroe

Catch the last light over the St. Johns River basin before the evening cools down.

Best time: 15 JanuaryAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 17:05

    Lake Monroe Wayside Park

    Walk the path to the historical swinging bridge. Use the time to find a quiet spot on the pier facing west, where the St. Johns River meets the lake.

  2. 17:50

    Lake Monroe Wayside Park

    Watch the sun dip below the horizon toward the WSW. The golden light fades quickly, leaving a soft blue glow over the water.

  3. 18:20

    Lake Monroe Wayside Park

    Stay for a moment in the twilight. The park is open 24 hours daily, offering a peaceful end to the view.

Local tip

The park is open 24 hours daily, but there are no food or drink shops listed in the immediate vicinity. Check the route for nearby options if you want dinner after dark.

Check before you go

  • Lake Monroe Wayside Park is open 24 hours daily.

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

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