Timeline
15:18
Check opening hours for Whitefish Dunes State Park. If you need supplies, check the route for the nearest shop before leaving, as there are no food or drink options listed at the park or along the way.
15:42
Walk or drive to Cave Point County Park. This is a 24-minute walk from the anchor, so allow extra time for parking and the approach. Find a spot near the rocky coves facing WSW.
16:33
Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The golden light begins at 15:47, providing a warm glow on the rocks before the sun disappears at 16:33.
17:03
Stay for the blue hour. The light fades quickly after sunset, and the coves take on a cool, quiet tone. Enjoy the stillness before heading back.
Local tip
The walk from Whitefish Dunes State Park to Cave Point County Park is 24 minutes. If you are not driving, check the route in advance. There are no food or drink shops listed in the immediate vicinity, so bring your own snacks and water.
Check before you go
- Whitefish Dunes State Park charges $8 for WI licensed cars and $11 for out-of-state cars.
- Sunset on 15 January is at 16:33 local time.
- Golden light starts at 15:47 local time.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Sturgeon Bay (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).