Can you see Milky Way from Zion?


Can you see Milky Way from Zion? It's no wonder that the night sky over Zion National Park is so indescribably enchanting with its swirling star clusters and views of the Milky Way. Zion was certified as an International Dark Sky Park in 2021 by the National Park Service and the International Dark Sky Association.


Can you see Milky Way from Bryce Canyon?

Bryce Canyon's high elevation, clean air, and remote location creates some of the darkest skies in the country. During a new Moon on a clear weather night, you can see thousands of stars and the spectacular band of the Milky Way Galaxy shooting across the sky.


Is Zion a dark sky park?

In 2021, Zion National Park became certified as an International Dark Sky Park, a certification granted by the International Dark-Sky Association.


Is Bryce Canyon a dark sky area?

Utah has several certified Dark Sky Parks, with Bryce Canyon being Utah's fourth national park, and 13th location altogether, to receive dark sky certification from the International Dark-Sky Association.