Spring Mountains National Recreation Area

Sky Score 50/100≈ Bortle 4

Spring Mountains National Recreation Area is a protected area in Nevada with a measured darkness of 66/100 (≈ Bortle 4) — a good rural sky: the Milky Way is clearly visible, with some glow on the horizon toward nearby towns. The best month to come is typically September, when about 85% of the night sky is clear.

Tonight's outlook: 53/100. The moon is 7% lit and above the horizon 13% of the night; typical August clear-sky odds here are 76%. Updated daily.

Best time to stargaze at Spring Mountains National Recreation Area

MonthClear night skiesSky Score (new moon)
January53%41/100
February65%47/100
March59%44/100
April70%50/100
May74%52/100
June81%56/100
July72%51/100
August76%53/100
September ★85%58/100
October80%55/100
November74%52/100
December56%43/100

Scores assume a moonless night — check the moon before you drive (methodology).

Where to stay near Spring Mountains National Recreation Area

No lodging within 80 km — this is true wilderness. Plan to camp, or base yourself in the nearest gateway town and drive out for the night.

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