Even considering Utah’s many impressive national parks and monuments, it is difficult to rival Capitol Reef National Park’s sense of expansiveness, of broad, sweeping vistas, of a tortured, twisted, seemingly endless landscape, or of limitless sky and desert rock. ...
As part of New Zealand's only International Dark Sky Reserve, the park offers some of the world’s best stargazing. Join a guided tour to explore the night sky through powerful telescopes, revealing stunning views of constellations, planets, and distant galaxies. For an exhilarating adventure, ...
“Jasper National Park is one of 17 designated Dark Sky Preserves in Canada,” says Myriam Bolduc, marketing manager for Tourism Jasper. “At 11,000 square kilometres, we are the second largest Dark Sky Preserve in the world, and we are the largest accessible Dark Sky Preserve—meaning there...
At Dinosaur National Monument, you can put your hands on 149-million-year-old fossils at the famed Quarry Exhibit Hall, follow in the footsteps of Stegosaurus on nearby trails, and marvel at the night sky, which recently earned the monument an International Dark Sky Park status. But it’s ...
Rakiura translates to 'the Land of Glowing Skies', a name that refers to both the beautiful night-sky phenomenon called the Aurora Australis (the Southern Lights) and the breathtaking sunsets that burn on the western horizon. Night time is very special in this park for other reasons too. Wh...
Sometimes you can experience the dark sky from your accommodation too! Easter Corrie boasts a secluded location in the National Park - creating the perfect conditions for a night of stargazing. 5. Mountain biking & cycling A great way to get outdoors and explore the Cairngorms is on two wheels...
Mount Cook National Park is also part of thelargest international dark sky reservein the world, so it’s one of the best places on earth to see the night sky without light pollution. I can’t think of a better excuse to go camping!
The dark skies of Sequoia National Park is one of the best places for viewing stars, meteors and other celestial bodies. The city of Visalia and the foothill areas are also top places to watch the night sky.
Canyonlands National Park is an International Dark Sky Park so it’s one of the best places for stargazing! The slogan “Half the Park is After Dark” encourages visiting at night to simply Look up! On a clear night, the sky is literally filled with stars. ...