Capitol Reef National Park Discover the glimmering field of stars that appear after a radiant-colored sunset on the hoodoo horizon while in Bryce Canyon stargazing. Visitors are often stunned by the number of shining stars and the swirling Milky Way that can be seen stretching from one end of the sky to the other.About one-third of the world’s population misses …
Where and When to Get the Best Photos of the Milky Way
1. Joshua Tree National Park, California
If you can avoid stumbling into cacti, this national park (and a certified International Dark Sky Park) straddling the Mojave Desert and lower Colorado Desert
The Sun, The Moon & The Stars In Bryce Canyon Country
Bryce Canyon Country's rich, red-mineral rock has made it one of the top spots to view jaw-dropping sunrises and sunsets. What's more, the region has one of the darkest skies in North America, making it a prime destination for moonlit walks and stargazing adventures.
Scenery at Sunrise & Sunset
Bryce Canyon National Park – Now an International Dark Sky Park
On August 13, 2019, Bryce Canyon National Park received certification as an International Dark Sky Park (IDSP) from the International Dark Sky Association and National Park Service. After over a decade of hard work, this certification comes at an opportune time as the park is celebrating 50 years




