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Sunset

Sunset at Douglas Reservoir

A short, timed sequence to catch the golden light and sunset over the water.

Best time: 15 JulAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 18:30

    Douglas Reservoir

    Arrive at Douglas Reservoir. Take Washington Ave (Co Road 64) to Co Road 15, and follow the wooden signs for the lake. Find a spot by the water where locals like to set up for canoeing or fishing.

  2. 19:30

    Douglas Reservoir

    Settle in for the golden hour. The light starts around 19:49, casting a warm glow over the recreational lake. Relax and watch the sky change.

  3. 20:30

    Douglas Reservoir

    Watch the sun set toward the WNW at 20:30. The water reflects the fading light as the day ends.

Local tip

There are no food or drink shops listed nearby. Bring your own snack and water, as the area is for recreational activity and relaxing.

Check before you go

  • Check the route to Douglas Reservoir: take Washington Ave (Co Road 64) to Co Road 15, and follow the wooden signs for the lake.

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

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