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Nevada really lights up at night—and we’re not just talking about neon signs and dazzling marquees. Go beyond the urban glow and you’ll find the brightest stars in the darkest skies in the Lower 48. Scope out this lineup of stellar spots to spy constellations, the Milky Way, and thousands of stars with your naked eye—all within easy road trip range of Reno.

Want to cast your gaze upon something truly otherworldly? Nevada is home to some of the darkest skies in the world, meaning stargazing opportunities await in every corner of the state. Camp out in Great Basin National Park (rallying cry: “Half the Park is After Dark”) or explore warm evenings in Death Valley National Park—both of which proudly qualify as International Dark Sky Parks touting Dark Sky Rangers (our version of park rangers) and astronomy festivals that speak to everyone from casual stargazers and amateur astronomers to professional scientists alike.

Whether you’re after big excitement or a peaceful ride, we’ve got a big ol’ sky with your name on it Skydiving in Nevada Chute First. Ask Questions Later. Do you […]

As one of only 18 designated Dark Sky Sanctuaries in the world, head for northwestern Nevada’s Massacre Rim to experience one of the darkest skies on this planet.

Experience what USA Today says is the #1 Stargazing Destination in America one constellation, planet, and galaxy at a time at this beloved Tonopah event.

Ever watch Top Gun and think, “I could do that”? Well, here’s your chance to prove it, at Las Vegas’ Sky Combat Ace professional flight training school—the #1 extreme aviation attraction in the world.

These dark sky destinations often feel light years away from Las Vegas. But if you’re really shooting for the stars, you’re gonna want to get these gaze-worthy waypoints firmly on your radar.

Stargazing in the Silver State gets that much sweeter during the Perseid Meteor Shower, where 150-200 meteors streak through the skies every hour.

More than 80% of Nevada is unfenced, totally wild, and—most importantly—public. With the highest percentage in the continental U.S. of pure, open, unspoiled canvas for all recreational desires, when it […]

Visit Some of The Darkest Places in the U.S. With some of the darkest night skies in the country, Nevada has managed to escape the encroaching light pollution issues the […]