Timeline
15:54
Start at Lemon Creek Park. It is a quiet place with a creek and wildlife, including purple martins. Use this time to stretch your legs and prepare for the walk south.
16:24
Walk northeast to Wolfe's Pond Park. This large park is bounded by Raritan Bay on the south side. Find a bench or a spot near the water's edge. There are no shops here, so bring your own snack or drink if you want to eat while watching the sky.
16:54
Watch the sun set toward the WSW (winter) or WNW (spring/summer). The light will fade over the bay. Stay for a few minutes as the colors change.
17:09
After the light is gone, take a slow walk back through the park. The paths are quiet and the air is cool by the water.
Local tip
The walk from Lemon Creek Park to Wolfe's Pond Park is about 15 minutes. Check the route if you are not familiar with the area. There are no food or drink shops at Wolfe's Pond Park, so plan accordingly.
Check before you go
- Wolfe's Pond Park is open at sunset. Lemon Creek Park has no listed hours but is accessible.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Staten Island (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).