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
July 10, 2025
Full Moon Hike
Take part in a one-mile educational night hike by the light of the full moon! Meet in front of the visitor center. Starts at 9:30 PM.
July 12, 2025
Star Light Hike
Under dark sky star light, take a peaceful walk with a ranger. Bring a red light source! Meet in front of the visitor center. Starts at 9:30 PM.
July 19, 2025
Bat Talk
Home to several different bat species, Dead Horse Point State Park is a great place to see this amazing flying mammal! Meet in front of the visitor center. Starts at 9:00 PM.
July 24
Star Party: New Moon
The new moon provides astronomers the darkest sky of the month to view the stars! Explore the constellations in our Star Party! Meet at the Visitor Center. Starts at 9:30 PM.
July 26, 2025
Scorpion Hunt
Did you know that scorpions glow under UV light! With the help of a ranger, come find these cool creatures! Meet in front of the visitor center. Starts at 9:30 PM.
Fremont Indian State Park and Museum
July 10, 2025
Full Moon Hike
As the full moon begins to rise, join one of our rangers on a hike . While we hike we will also learn more about the nocturnal creatures that call this Canyon home. The hike will take place on a rock and dirt path so please bring appropriate footwear. Meet at the Museum Activity Center at 9:30pm.
July 18, 2025
Star Party
Join us for a night of stargazing, constellation stories, and telescope viewing. We will start with a program about dark sky efforts, the constellations and their stories, and some naked-eye viewing. After that we will have a telescope set up to view some of the dark sky objects that can be seen this time of year. Meet at the Museum Activity Center at 9:30pm.
Goblin Valley State Park
July 4, 2025
Independence Day Constellation Tour and Campfire
Join rangers at the Amphitheater to learn about the constellations and mythology, followed my marshmallow roasting. 9:00PM
July 10, 2025
Full Moon Hike
Join a ranger and hike through the hoodoos under the full moon while learning about the park’s natural history. Meet at the Observation Point. 9:15PM
July 12, 2025
Scorpion Hunt
Want to learn more about scorpions and potentially see them on a hike? Join a ranger at the Amphitheater. 9:30PM
July 19, 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
Rockport State Park
July 12, 2025
Star Party
Come join us for a Star Party hosted by University of Utah Physics and Astronomy. Highland Day Use Area, 9:00 PM
Sand Hollow State Park
July 10, 2025
Full Moon Kayak Tour
Sand Hollow is the best place to enjoy a moonlit paddle. This is a registered event and registration can be found on our website. Join the Park Ranger for a chat about the full moon and water safety before paddling. Kayaks will NOT be provided. 8:45 – 9:45 PM.
July 19, 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. 9:15 PM – 10:35 PM.
July 31, 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. 9:15 PM – 10:35 PM.