8 community-listed spots
Stargazing spots in Idaho
Find places to get outside under the night sky, with photos, community ratings, and practical details.
Locations in Idaho
Ketchum
Ketchum is recognized as a dark-sky location for stargazing and night-sky viewing. City in Blaine County, Idaho, United States.
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Central Idaho Dark Sky Reserve
Central Idaho Dark Sky Reserve is recognized as a dark-sky location for stargazing and night-sky viewing. Dark-sky preserve in Idaho, USA.
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City Of Rocks National Reserve
Described by California Trail emigrants as “a city of tall spires,” “steeple rocks,” and “the silent city,” this awe-inspiring landscape continues to captivate. Today, it beckons rock climbers, hikers, campers, hunters, and adventurers with its dramatic scenery, fascinating geology, and echoes of the Old West. The Silent City is ready for you to explore. The National Park Service lists this location for astronomy activities.
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Craters Of The Moon National Monument & Preserve
Craters of the Moon is a vast ocean of lava flows with scattered islands of cinder cones and sagebrush. We invite you to explore this "weird and scenic landscape" where yesterday's volcanic events are likely to continue tomorrow. The National Park Service lists this location for astronomy activities.
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Sun Valley Resort
Sun Valley Resort is certified by DarkSky International as a certified dark-sky place in U.S.A., with protected or recognized conditions for night-sky viewing.
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Bruneau Dunes State Park
Bruneau Dunes State Park is certified by DarkSky International as a International Dark Sky Park in U.S.A., with protected or recognized conditions for night-sky viewing.
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Central Idaho
Central Idaho is certified by DarkSky International as a International Dark Sky Reserve in U.S.A., with protected or recognized conditions for night-sky viewing.
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Craters Of The Moon National Monument
Craters Of The Moon National Monument is certified by DarkSky International as a International Dark Sky Park in U.S.A., with protected or recognized conditions for night-sky viewing.
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