Timeline
17:10
Walk down from the overlook to the cemetery. Read the markers for the Buffalo Soldiers and the Apache scouts. The quiet atmosphere here sets the tone for the evening.
17:30
Climb back up to Reservoir Hill Overlook. Find a spot facing WNW where you can see the Fort and the Whetstone Mountains. The sun will set toward the WNW in April and July, and toward the W in October.
17:40
Watch the sunset. The light fades quickly over the mountains. Take a moment to absorb the view before the sky darkens completely.
Local tip
There are no food or drink shops listed in the immediate vicinity. Bring water and a snack with you, as there is nowhere to buy supplies nearby. Check the route if you need to travel between the cemetery and the overlook, as the walk is 15 minutes.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Sierra Vista (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).