Timeline
17:39
Arrive early to park and grab a coffee or snack from the visitor center or a nearby local spot in St. Augustine before heading south. The park opens at 8AM, so ensure your pre-park refreshment is timed correctly.
18:24
Walk down to the edge of Pellicer Creek. Find a comfortable spot on the bank or a picnic table facing west. The water is calm this time of day, perfect for watching the light shift.
18:54
Watch the sun set toward the W. The golden light starts around 18:22, casting a warm glow over the marsh and trees. Stay for the final moments of daylight as the sky deepens in color.
19:39
After the light fades, take a slow walk back through the park or sit quietly as the evening sounds of the creek take over. The park closes at sundown, so plan to leave before it gets dark.
Local tip
The park is 15 miles south of St. Augustine. Check the route for driving times from your starting point.
Check before you go
- Park hours are 8AM to sundown. Plan to leave by the time the sun sets to avoid being locked in.
- Sunset on October 15 is at 18:54. Golden light begins at 18:22.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to St. Augustine (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).