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Sunset

Golden Hour at Old Borges Ranch

Watch the sun dip below the hills from a historic ranch house.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 75 min

Timeline

  1. 16:12

    Old Borges Ranch

    Arrive at Old Borges Ranch and walk the grounds. Explore the 1901 Borges family home and the blacksmith shop displays while the afternoon light is still bright.

  2. 16:42

    Old Borges Ranch

    Find a quiet spot in the covered trellis or near the barn. Since there are no food or drink shops nearby, bring a snack or beverage with you to enjoy as the light begins to soften.

  3. 17:12

    Old Borges Ranch

    Watch the sunset toward the WSW from the ranch complex. The historic buildings frame the view as the sky changes color.

  4. 17:42

    Old Borges Ranch

    Stay for the last moments of twilight. The ranch lights may turn on, offering a peaceful end to the evening.

Local tip

There are no food or drink shops at Old Borges Ranch. Bring your own refreshments. The ranch is open for public exploration, but specific opening hours for the historic home displays may vary; check locally before you go.

Check before you go

  • Verify opening hours for the Borges family home and historic displays, as they may not be open after dark.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Walnut Creek (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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