Timeline
15:30
Pick up a coffee and a pastry at Fable All Day. It is open until 16:00, giving you plenty of time to grab your drink before the walk begins.
15:50
Walk 23 minutes WNW to Jefferson Park. This 45-acre Olmsted-designed park offers unparalleled views of the Duwamish River, downtown Seattle, and the Olympic Mountains. Find a spot on the slope facing west to wait for the light.
16:45
Watch the sun set toward the WSW at 16:45. The golden light starting around 15:55 will have already painted the skyline in warm tones.
17:15
End the evening at Clock-out Lounge. It is a local bar with unique drink specials, open from 16:00 to 22:00 on weekdays or 16:00 to 23:00 on weekends, perfect for unwinding after the view.
Local tip
The walk from Fable All Day to Jefferson Park is a steady uphill climb. Wear comfortable shoes. The view from Jefferson Park is best when the sky is clear of clouds to see the sun hit the Olympic Mountains.
Check before you go
- Fable All Day closes at 16:00, so arrive early to ensure you can get your coffee.
- Clock-out Lounge is open late, making it a reliable spot to end the night regardless of the exact sunset timing.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Seattle (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).