Site Name Location Coordinates Elevation (ft) Type Features Best Time to Visit Permit Required Access Type 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 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