Big Bend National Park is the place to go if you’re looking for a major return on your stargazing! Not only did this Texas national park make it on to this list of 25 Best Road Trips in the USA, but their mild winter is one of the best times of year for crystal clear atmospheric conditions.
This stunning natural landmark is a must-see any time of day, but at night it provides the perfect window to gaze up through into the heavens. The very first International Dark Sky Park certified by the IDSA, Natural Bridges provides a stargazing experience that is out of this world.
Chaco Culture is a part of the New Mexico True Dark Skies Trail, where the protected night skies are the true “star” of the show! Above Chaco Culture’s historical Pueblo ruins lies some of the world’s darkest skies, attracting both professional and amateur astronomers