Canberra’s sunrises and sunsets are spectacular.
01 August 2024
In brief
- Canberra has beautiful sunrises and sunsets.
- We asked Canberrans on the @wearecbr Instagram page where their favourite spots are.
- Here is a list of the best places in Canberra to watch the sun rise or set.
There are few better ways to start or end the day than by watching the sun rise or set.
One of the benefits of living in the bush capital is that there are plenty of spots to see breathtaking sunsets and sunrises.
We asked you via the @wearecbr Instagram page where your favourite spots are. Here are Canberra’s best:
Dairy Farmers Hill lookout
This lookout is home to the iconic eagle sculpture, Nest III, at the National Arboretum Canberra. It’s the perfect place to watch the sun rise or set, with 360-degree views of Canberra and the surrounds.Red Hill Lookout
Whether you choose to hike or drive to the summit of Red Hill, you’ll be rewarded with stunning views. To the northeast you’ll see Parliament House and Lake Burley Griffin. Further up the hill toward the west, you can see the Woden Valley, Weston Creek and Mount Taylor.
Davidson Hill
Gossan Hill
This scenic spot is in Belconnen. This Bruce reserve is named for it's ochre-coloured rocks, enhancing the golden tones of a sunrise. Bring your furry friend (on-leash and on a track or trail only) to enjoy the view too. .
West Belconnen Pond
You’ll find this peaceful lake on the edge of Dunlop. The sun reflects off the water, casting the bushland in golden lavender hues.
Mulligans Flat
Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary is well known for its beautiful woodland and native wildlife. It’s also a tranquil spot to watch the sun rise or set.
Mount Ainslie
Weston Park
Canberrans of all ages flock to Weston Park for many different activities. While it’s an excellent area to get active, it’s also a peaceful spot to start or end the day with the sun.
Lake Burley Griffin
A stunning sunrise from Lake Burley Griffin is enough to lure many Canberrans out of bed in the morning. A walk around the lake of an evening is an especially lovely way to finish the day.
Shepherds Lookout
This is the northern-most viewing point of the Murrumbidgee River in the ACT. There are a number of walking tracks, all of which offer bush vistas. You might even be lucky enough to see a platypus or a Gang Gang cockatoo.
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