| Yosemite National Park |
California, USA |
37.8651,-119.5383 |
4200 |
National Park |
Starry nights, rock formations, waterfalls |
April - October |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| Joshua Tree National Park |
California, USA |
33.8734,-115.901,"3000 |
National Park |
Unique rock formations, desert flora |
October - May |
Yes |
Drive-in |
NaN |
| Big Bend National Park |
Texas, USA |
29.1266,-102.9836 |
1800 |
National Park |
Chihuahuan Desert, canyoneering, stargazing |
March - November |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| Death Valley National Park |
California, USA |
36.5054,-116.8656 |
500 |
National Park |
Low elevation, unique landscapes, phenomenal night skies |
October - April |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| Cherry Springs State Park |
Pennsylvania, USA |
41.6347,-77.8854 |
2300 |
State Park |
Designated dark sky park, astronomy programs |
May - October |
No |
Drive-in |
| Acadia National Park |
Maine, USA |
44.3386,-68.2733 |
1000 |
National Park |
Ocean views, rocky coastline, night sky photography |
May - October |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| Denali National Park |
Alaska, USA |
63.0695,-151.0074 |
6000 |
National Park |
Majestic mountains, wildlife viewing, remote camping |
June - September |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| Knob Noster State Park |
Missouri, USA |
38.5738,-93.5753 |
900 |
State Park |
Quiet, peaceful setting, great for stargazing |
Year-round |
No |
Drive-in |
| Mont-Mégantic National Park |
Quebec, Canada |
45.4009,-71.1485 |
3200 |
National Park |
Astrolab observatory, dark sky reserve |
May - October |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| Grand Canyon National Park |
Arizona, USA |
36.1069,-112.1129 |
7000 |
National Park |
Vast canyon views, waterfalls, river access |
March - November |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| Mount Rainier National Park |
Washington, USA |
46.8523,-121.7603 |
5400 |
National Park |
Glacial lakes, wildflower meadows, mountain views |
July - September |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| Star Valley Ranch |
Wyoming, USA |
42.9709,-110.4203 |
6300 |
Private Campground |
Secluded, open spaces, great visibility |
May - September |
No |
Drive-in |
| Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park |
Colorado, USA |
38.5741,-106.4607 |
8000 |
National Park |
Steep cliffs, narrow canyon, river views |
April - October |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| New Moon Campsite |
Oklahoma, USA |
36.7468,-97.5119 |
1000 |
Private Campground |
Dark skies, picnic area, fishing available |
Spring & Fall |
No |
Drive-in |
| Mount Lassen Volcanic National Park |
California, USA |
40.4970,-121.5058 |
5500 |
National Park |
Volcanic features, thermal areas, hiking |
June - September |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| Shenandoah National Park |
Virginia, USA |
38.2928,-78.6790 |
3000 |
National Park |
Blue Ridge Mountains, wildlife, scenic views |
Spring - Fall |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| Plumas National Forest |
California, USA |
39.8034,-120.8042 |
5000 |
National Forest |
Forested areas, lakes, quiet campsites |
Year-round |
No |
Drive-in |
| Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area |
Nevada, USA |
36.1733,-115.4275 |
4000 |
National Conservation Area |
Amazing rock formations, hiking trails |
Year-round |
No |
Drive-in |
| Dark Sky Park |
Hawaii, USA |
20.7069,-156.0680 |
10000 |
State Park |
Great for astrophotography, volcanic landscape |
Year-round |
No |
Drive-in |
| Sedona Red Rocks |
Arizona, USA |
34.8697,-111.7609 |
4500 |
Private Campground |
Stunning rock formations, vortex energy spots |
Spring & Fall |
No |
Drive-in |
| Point Reyes National Seashore |
California, USA |
38.0807,-122.9007 |
1500 |
National Seashore |
Coastal views, marine wildlife, quiet spots |
Year-round |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| Cloudland Canyon State Park |
Georgia, USA |
34.5029,-85.3084 |
2000 |
State Park |
Canyons, waterfalls, hiking trails |
Spring - Fall |
No |
Drive-in |
| Outback Sky Park |
Texas, USA |
29.4714,-100.4618 |
3000 |
Private Campground |
Wide open night skies, RV sites available |
Year-round |
No |
Drive-in |
| Saguaro National Park |
Arizona, USA |
32.1664,-111.1000 |
3000 |
National Park |
Cacti, desert scenery, hiking |
Year-round |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| Oscoda-Wurtsmith State Park |
Michigan, USA |
44.4147,-83.3635 |
600 |
State Park |
Lakeshore camping, beautiful sunsets, clear skies |
Memorial Day - September |
No |
Drive-in |
| Maui's Haleakalā National Park |
Hawaii, USA |
20.7069,-156.0680 |
10000 |
National Park |
Volcanic landscapes, sunrise views, hiking |
Year-round |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| Antelope Canyon |
Arizona, USA |
36.1969,-111.6112 |
4000 |
Canyon |
Stunning slot canyons, guided tours |
Year-round |
No |
Drive-in |
| Sky Island Retreat |
Arizona, USA |
32.3318,-110.8320 |
5000 |
Private Campground |
High elevation, sense of isolation, dark skies |
Spring & Fall |
No |
Drive-in |
| Bryce Canyon National Park |
Utah, USA |
37.5930,-112.1871 |
8000 |
National Park |
Hoodoos, stunning landscapes, excellent stand |
April - October |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| Shasta Trinity National Forest |
California, USA |
40.6404,-122.0439 |
2500 |
National Forest |
Mount Shasta views, unlimited trails |
Summer |
No |
Drive-in |
| Wrangell-St. Elias National Park |
Alaska, USA |
61.4000,-143.0000 |
3000 |
National Park |
Immense wilderness, wildlife-rich, hiking |
June - September |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| Nebraska Star Party |
Nebraska, USA |
41.4945,-99.9018 |
2000 |
Event |
Close communities, telescopes, star parties |
August |
No |
Drive-in |
| Mount Tamalpais State Park |
California, USA |
37.9350,-122.5882 |
2600 |
State Park |
Ridgetop views, diversity of ecosystems |
Year-round |
No |
Drive-in |
| North Cascades National Park |
Washington, USA |
48.7682,-121.4073 |
3800 |
National Park |
Glaciers, peaks, beautiful lakes |
July - September |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore |
Michigan, USA |
44.8309,-86.1858 |
600 |
National Lakeshore |
Dunes, lakeshore, picturesque views |
Spring - Fall |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| Craters of the Moon National Monument |
Idaho, USA |
43.4272,-113.2422 |
5000 |
National Monument |
Lava fields, hiking, unique landscapes |
Year-round |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| Antelope Island State Park |
Utah, USA |
41.1875,-112.1690 |
2000 |
State Park |
Bison, salt flats, sunsets |
Spring - Fall |
No |
Drive-in |
| Susanville Ranch Park |
California, USA |
40.4190,-120.6590 |
4000 |
City Park |
Open spaces, trails, leisure activities |
Year-round |
No |
Drive-in |
| Mount Graham Sky Island |
Arizona, USA |
32.6662,-109.8702 |
10000 |
National Forest |
High elevation, diverse ecosystems, dark skies |
May - October |
No |
Drive-in |
| Fort Davis National Historical Site |
Texas, USA |
30.5883,-104.0171 |
4900 |
National Historic Site |
Historical importance, dark skies |
Year-round |
No |
Drive-in |
| Harper's Ferry National Historical Park |
West Virginia, USA |
39.3272,-77.7472 |
600 |
National Historical Park |
Civil War history, stunning vistas |
Year-round |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| Golden Gate National Park |
California, USA |
37.8199,-122.4783 |
300 |
National Park |
City views, scenic overlooks, peaceful |
Year-round |
No |
Drive-in |
| Lake Tahoe Basin |
California/Nevada, USA |
39.0968,-120.0324 |
6200 |
Reservoir |
Water sports, mountain hikes, clear lakes |
Spring - Fall |
No |
Drive-in |
| Capitol Reef National Park |
Utah, USA |
38.3676,-110.5885 |
4900 |
National Park |
Unique geology, hiking trails, dark skies |
March - November |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| Kilauea Volcano |
Hawaii, USA |
19.4069,-155.2834 |
4000 |
National Park |
Active volcano views, lava flows |
Year-round |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| Adventure Lodge |
North Carolina, USA |
35.6517,-82.1779 |
3200 |
Private Campground |
Scenic views, outdoor activities, fishing |
Spring - Fall |
No |
Drive-in |
| Taroko National Park |
Taiwan |
24.1833,121.6206 |
820 |
National Park |
Stunning gorges, dramatic cliffs, hiking |
Year-round |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| Grand Teton National Park |
Wyoming, USA |
43.7904,-110.6818 |
6500 |
National Park |
Mountain scenery, lakes, wildlife |
June - September |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| Devils Tower National Monument |
Wyoming, USA |
44.5902,-104.7143 |
5100 |
National Monument |
Unique geological feature, wildlife, hiking |
April - October |
No |
Drive-in |
| Zion National Park |
Utah, USA |
37.2982,-113.0263 |
4000 |
National Park |
Red rock canyons, hiking trails |
March - November |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| Nature's Valley Park |
California, USA |
34.0421,-118.4965 |
300 |
Private Campground |
Secluded spots, access to secluded beaches |
Spring - Fall |
No |
Drive-in |
| Algonquin Provincial Park |
Ontario, Canada |
45.9982,-78.5690 |
1600 |
Provincial Park |
Lakes, forests, wildlife, canoeing |
May - September |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| Humboldt Redwoods State Park |
California, USA |
40.4135,-123.7956 |
400 |
State Park |
Redwood groves, diverse wildlife |
May - October |
No |
Drive-in |
| Sierra Nevada Camping Areas |
California, USA |
37.7399,-119.5913 |
8000 |
Mountain Range |
Tall peaks, lakes, hiking |
June - September |
No |
Drive-in |
| Great Basin National Park |
Nevada, USA |
39.0094,-116.8214 |
10000 |
National Park |
Caves, ancient bristlecone pines, night skies |
May - September |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| Guadalupe Mountains National Park |
Texas, USA |
31.9185,-104.8728 |
7000 |
National Park |
Highest peak in Texas, diverse wildlife |
March - November |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| Lake Mead National Recreation Area |
Nevada, USA |
36.2348,-114.7359 |
1200 |
National Recreation Area |
Water sports, hiking, desert views |
Year-round |
No |
Drive-in |
| Point Pinos Lighthouse |
California, USA |
36.6173,-121.9468 |
250 |
Historic Site |
Historic lighthouse, ocean views |
Year-round |
No |
Drive-in |
| Lake Clark National Park |
Alaska, USA |
60.1998,-154.3102 |
800 |
National Park |
Wilderness menu, fishing, wildlife |
June - September |
Yes |
Fly-in |
| Tahoe National Forest |
California, USA |
39.3251,-120.3034 |
7500 |
National Forest |
Lakes, mountains, trails |
Spring - Fall |
No |
Drive-in |
| Red Rock Canyon State Park |
California, USA |
35.3316,-118.2454 |
1600 |
State Park |
Unique rock formations, hiking |
Year-round |
No |
Drive-in |
| Biscayne National Park |
Florida, USA |
25.4135,-80.7625 |
0 |
National Park |
Marine life, coral reefs, snorkeling |
Year-round |
Yes |
Boat-in |
| Sand Dunes State Park |
Nebraska, USA |
41.2321,-100.5872 |
2900 |
State Park |
Unique desert landscapes, arid conditions |
March - November |
No |
Drive-in |
| Coconino National Forest |
Arizona, USA |
35.3495,-111.6982 |
7000 |
National Forest |
Pine forests, wilderness areas, mountain views |
Year-round |
No |
Drive-in |
| Forested Coast Beach |
Maine, USA |
43.8120,-70.7624 |
150 |
State Park |
Beach access, forested dunes |
Year-round |
No |
Drive-in |
| Hayes Lake State Park |
Minnesota, USA |
48.4291,-94.9736 |
1500 |
State Park |
Wooded campgrounds, fishing opportunities |
Year-round |
No |
Drive-in |
| Wintergreen Resort |
Virginia, USA |
37.9056,-78.8438 |
3000 |
Resort |
Luxury camping, organized events, scenic views |
Year-round |
No |
Drive-in |
| Chicago's Starview Campground |
Illinois, USA |
41.9612,-88.1841 |
800 |
Private Campground |
Family-friendly, urban escape |
Summer only |
No |
Drive-in |
| Willow Springs Reservoir |
New Mexico, USA |
35.4846,-105.8940 |
7800 |
State Park |
Fishing, camping, scenic views |
Year-round |
No |
Drive-in |
| Craters of the Moon Scenic Area |
Idaho, USA |
43.4272,-113.2422 |
5000 |
National Monument |
Lunar-like landscapes, hiking |
Year-round |
Yes |
Drive-in |
| Point Reyes Beach |
California, USA |
38.1215,-122.8288 |
50 |
Natural Area |
Secluded stretches of sandy beach |
Year-round |
No |
Drive-in |
| Starry Skies RV Resort |
Idaho, USA |
43.7477,-112.2417 |
5000 |
Private Campground |
RV spots, astronomer's paradise |
Year-round |
No |
Drive-in |
| Waterton Lakes National Park |
Alberta, Canada |
49.0574,-113.8521 |
4200 |
National Park |
Mountain scenery, hiking trails |
June - September |
Yes |
Drive-in |