Most visitors head to the Atlantic side for sunrise and don’t think much about sunset — but the Indian River Lagoon, running between the mainland and Hutchinson Island, offers some genuinely beautiful evening light, especially from a few well-placed spots.
Where to watch
- Indian RiverSide Park in Jensen Beach — a long waterfront path with unobstructed western views over the lagoon
- The S. Indian River Drive scenic route — worth driving slowly between Fort Pierce and Jensen Beach as the sun sets over the water
- Any of the river-facing restaurants downtown — a good excuse to book an early dinner table with a view
A nice way to end the day
Pair a sunset drive or walk with dinner nearby, and you’ve got a relaxed, low-cost way to close out a beach day without needing to plan anything elaborate. It’s one of those simple pleasures that guests often mention as a trip highlight, almost as an afterthought.