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
April 11, 2025
Full Moon Hike
Come walk under the light of a full moon as a ranger teaches you more about the wildlife and the effects of the moon. The hike is a mile long and is on a dirt and rock trail so please bring appropriate footwear. The hike will start outside the Visitor Center at 8:30pm.
April 12, 2025
Full Moon Hike
Follow a ranger as they lead you on a mile hike under the light of a full moon. The hike is a dirt and rock trail so please bring appropriate footwear. The hike will start outside the Visitor Center at 8:30pm.
April 18, 2025
*Star Party
Do you love stargazing, constellation touring, and telescope viewing? Then this party is for you! The party starts at 9pm in the parking lot of the Visitor Center. Try to arrive 10-15 minutes early and get ready for a spectacular night.
April 19, 2025
*Star Party
Come and learn more about the stars, their stories, and some of the deep space objects in the night sky. Join our rangers for a night under the stars where we will do a constellation tour and then look through telescopes at some out of this world objects!! Meet in the Visitor Center Parking lot at 9pm. Try to arrive 10-15 minutes early.
April 24, 2025
*Star Party
The stars have been used for many different things throughout the year. Come learn more about what the stars can do as we stargaze, tour the constellations, and view some deep space objects in a telescope. Meet in the Visitor Center Parking lot at 9pm. Try to arrive 10-15 minutes early.