Timeline
16:55
Grab a coffee or snack to take with you. There are no food or drink shops listed in the immediate vicinity, so you will need to bring your own refreshments or check the route to the nearest cafe in town before heading out.
17:14
Head to the Red Cliffs Utah Temple grounds. The temple is a dominating landmark, and you can tour the grounds and the visitors' center for free. Arrive early to find a good spot on the grounds or just outside the fence.
17:40
Move to Springs Park for the best view. This park is located to the WNW of the temple, offering a clear line of sight to the temple as the sun sets toward the WSW. The walk from the temple takes about 26 minutes.
18:10
After the sun has set, return to the temple visitors' center. The lights on the temple often look beautiful in the twilight, and the interior is open for viewing.
Local tip
Springs Park is the closest viewing spot to the temple, making it the most convenient place to catch the sunset view without a long walk. Check the route if you need to get there from a different starting point.
Check before you go
- The temple grounds are free to enter, but you cannot enter the temple itself without an LDS Temple Recommend.
- There are no food or drink shops listed near the temple or viewing spots, so bring your own snacks and water.
- Sunset times vary by season: 17:40 in January, 20:08 in April, 20:53 in July, and 18:57 in October.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to St. George (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).