Dark Sky

Dark Sky Events & Programs

Utah State Parks have some of the darkest night skies in North America. An ever-increasing number of our visitors appreciate and seek out the pristine night skies and after-dark programming we offer. Our parks employees want to responsibly manage and enhance this resource.

To keep you all engaged, check out the dark sky programs below!


State Parks Dark Sky Activities & Events

Weather can affect planned events. Please check with the state park directly for more information.


Dead Horse Point State Park

June 25, 2025
Scorpion Hunt

How many scorpions can you find in the desert? Come grab a UV light and find out! Meet at the Mountain Bike Parking Lot. 8:00 PM.

Fremont Indian State Park and Museum

June 27, 2025
Stars and Scorpions

Enjoy a short presentation by a ranger on scorpions and the Dark Sky efforts here in the park. After the presentation you can grab a UV light and go out and look for the scorpions that are here in the canyon. We will also have stargazing and telescopes set up for some deep space viewing. Meet at the outdoor activity center at the Museum. The program will start at 9pm.

Goblin Valley State Park

June 27, 2025
Star Party!

Join rangers at the Observation Point to learn about the constellations and stars and view space objects through park telescopes. 9:30PM

Sand Hollow State Park

June 28, 2025
Scorpion Hunt

Join a Park Ranger for a nighttime adventure among glowing arachnids. Enjoy a 1/2 mile loop walk starting at our OHV staging area. Please wear closed toed shoes, bring your own UV flashlights if you have them and be ready to be amazed. 9:30 PM – 10:30 PM.


Check back soon! Events are added regularly!