10 Jaw-Dropping Locations in America for Stargazing Enthusiasts
Stargazing in America can be difficult if you live in or around a city. With the bright, blinding lights, it can be difficult to truly appreciate a sky full of stars, and definitely near impossible to view the beauty and wonder of far-off galaxies and constellations.
These 10 locations in America are some of the best star-gazing spots in the country that will give you an unhindered view of the sky. Prepare to be star-struck!
Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah
Bryce Canyon isn’t just famous for its orange hoodoos, it’s also home to one of the darkest skies in the country. Join a stargazing program here, and you’ll see thousands of stars and maybe even a meteor or two. Added to that is the stillness in the canyon at night which makes the experience magical.
Big Bend National Park, Texas
Deep in Texas is Big Bend, a place boasting some of the darkest skies. Whether you’re on a guided night hike or laying back in a camp chair, the sheer number of stars will leave you breathless.
Cherry Springs State Park, Pennsylvania
Cherry Springs is often noted as the best place to go star gazing on the East Coast, and for good reason. It is so remote and there is virtually no light pollution, allowing views of everything from the Milky Way to far-off galaxies. If you bring a telescope, even more can be seen.
Mauna Kea, Hawaii
At over 13,000 feet above sea level, Mauna Kea is one of the world’s best places to go star-gazing. The observatories attract astronomers from around the world, but you don’t need to be a professional to take it all in.
Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument, Arizona
The stars shine so bright that you need nothing more than your eyes to enjoy their twinkling. It’s one of those secret destinations for solace with skies so dark it’s mesmerizing. It’s located close to the Grand Canyon and is ideal for spotting constellations, satellites, and probably a comet.
Death Valley National Park, California
Death Valley is not only heat and sand dunes, at night it transforms into a stargazer’s heaven. Wide-open spaces with dry air mean clear skies and an uninterrupted view of celestial miracles in stunning detail.
Glacier National Park, Montana
The “Crown of the Continent,” Glacier National Park, crowns the nights too because of its outstanding star-gazing opportunities. Remote and loftily set, the views across the Milky Way are utterly matchless here.
Crater Lake National Park, Oregon
Stand along the shore of a serene lake reflecting stars in the night sky. High in elevation, Crater Lake has clear views of the night sky.
Great Basin National Park, Nevada
The Great Basin in Nevada is an International Dark Sky Park, meaning it’s actually certified as one of the best places on Earth to go stargazing. It even offers an annual astronomy festival featuring telescopes and ranger-guided programs.
Joshua Tree National Park, California
Famous for its twisted Joshua trees and surreal desert landscape, this park is a fascinating place. The lack of light pollution lets the Milky Way stretch across the sky, making this a favorite among both photographers and stargazers.
Disclaimer: This list is solely the author’s opinion based on research and publicly available information.
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