The Rock
Go up an hour before sunset, not fifteen minutes before — the short scramble up from Ocean View Drive takes longer than photos suggest, and the flat rocks at the top fill fast. This is for anyone who wants the Atlantic seaboard sunset without a restaurant bill: bring a blanket, something to drink, and shoes that can handle rock, not sandals. What's unusual is the angle — you're perched above Bantry Bay looking straight down the Twelve Apostles into the sea, no railing, no crowd control, just rock. Worth knowing: parking on Arcadia Road is scarce and the street is narrow and residential, so come early or walk in from further off, and treat the last scramble with care once the light starts going.
Bring a blanket and snacks for sunset picnic.
Parking at end of Arcadia Road has limited spots.
Arrive early to secure a good sunset spot as it's busy.
It's a small ledge, not a lookout point — if it's already packed when you arrive, Kloof Corner or Signal Hill nearby give you the same sunset with more room to spread out.