Ute Lake State Park
Sky Score 50/100≈ Bortle 4
Ute Lake State Park is a protected area in New Mexico with a measured darkness of 69/100 (≈ 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 73% of the night sky is clear.
Tonight's outlook: 46/100. The moon is 7% lit and above the horizon 13% of the night; typical August clear-sky odds here are 59%. Updated daily.
Best time to stargaze at Ute Lake State Park
| Month | Clear night skies | Sky Score (new moon) |
|---|---|---|
| January | 63% | 48/100 |
| February | 66% | 50/100 |
| March | 64% | 49/100 |
| April | 69% | 52/100 |
| May | 67% | 51/100 |
| June | 63% | 48/100 |
| July | 61% | 48/100 |
| August | 59% | 46/100 |
| September ★ | 73% | 54/100 |
| October | 71% | 53/100 |
| November | 68% | 52/100 |
| December | 65% | 50/100 |
Scores assume a moonless night — check the moon before you drive (methodology).
Where to stay near Ute Lake State Park
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.
Nearby spots in New Mexico
- San Jon Hill View — 42 km · Sky Score 64/100
- Conchas Lake State Park — 65.6 km · Sky Score 64/100
- Sabinoso Wilderness — 102.4 km · Sky Score 67/100
- Santa Rosa Lake State Park — 115.9 km · Sky Score 53/100
- Sumner Lake State Park — 117 km · Sky Score 64/100