Hike to a view, unpack dinner, watch the town light up. It is a $ out date that runs about 1-3 hrs, in three steps.

Updated October 2026

Summit Picnic

Hike to a view, unpack dinner, watch the town light up.

Strike 1Pick a short trail with a real view and start two hours before sunset.
Strike 2Pack a picnic that survives a backpack - sandwiches, fruit, one shared treat.
Strike 3Spread the blanket at the top and name the lights as they turn on.

Upgrade itBring a thermos of hot cider and toast the view with real mugs.

RaincheckFog rolls in? The same picnic from the trailhead parking lot still counts.

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