Thunderbird Scenic Viewpoint
Light
This overlook faces sunrise — 20° off square to it.
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Golden hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| March equinox | 07:59 | 20:12 | 19:15 |
| June solstice | 04:16 | 23:44 | 22:16 |
| September equinox | 07:42 | 20:00 | 19:02 |
| December solstice | 10:15 | 15:37 | — |
Local time (America/Anchorage). Computed for this exact position.
Where it is
- Wasilla10.0 mi north-northwest
- Palmer13.6 mi northeast
- Anchorage23.6 mi southwest
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How high is Thunderbird Scenic Viewpoint?
Thunderbird Scenic Viewpoint sits at about 306 feet (93 m).
Is Thunderbird Scenic Viewpoint better at sunrise or sunset?
Sunrise. The land falls away from Thunderbird Scenic Viewpoint toward the sunrise, so at sunset the light is behind you. Exact times shift through the year; the page shows the current window.
What is the nearest town to Thunderbird Scenic Viewpoint?
Wasilla, 10 miles NNW of Thunderbird Scenic Viewpoint.
A east-facing scenic overlook on Glenn Highway, reported by OpenStreetMap.
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- Anchorage · 23 mi
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