Queer Mountain Wilderness Study Area
1 place to stay nearby, rated for darkness ↓
Queer Mountain Wilderness Study Area is a protected area in Nevada with a measured darkness of 94/100 (≈ Bortle 2), among the very darkest measurable skies we have rated: the Milky Way casts visible shadows on moonless nights. The best month to come is typically September, when about 88% of the night sky is clear.
Tonight's outlook: 42/100. The moon is 93% lit and above the horizon 92% of the night; typical September clear-sky odds here are 88%. Updated daily.
Best time to stargaze at Queer Mountain Wilderness Study Area
| Month | Clear night skies | Sky Score (new moon) |
|---|---|---|
| January | 52% | 58/100 |
| February | 66% | 68/100 |
| March | 59% | 63/100 |
| April | 71% | 72/100 |
| May | 71% | 72/100 |
| June | 79% | 78/100 |
| July | 80% | 79/100 |
| August | 83% | 81/100 |
| September ★ | 88% | 85/100 |
| October | 81% | 80/100 |
| November | 73% | 74/100 |
| December | 55% | 60/100 |
Scores assume a moonless night, check the moon before you drive (methodology).
Where to stay near Queer Mountain Wilderness Study Area: sleep under a dark sky
We measured the night sky over each stay below, not just over the spot: the darkness score is computed at the hotel's own location, so you know what you'll see from the door. Sorted darkest sky first, with the distance to Queer Mountain Wilderness Study Area for each.
#1Shady Lady Bed and Breakfast
8.1Very well rated(74 reviews)
Shady Lady Bed and Breakfast offers comfortable family rooms with garden or mountain views, air-conditioning, and free WiFi, each with a private bathroom and dining area. Guests can unwind by the swimming pool and sun terrace overlooking the lush garden, or enjoy the outdoor fireplace, hot tub, and on-site dining options.
- Sky darkness
- 90/100
- To the spot
- 28.8 km
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Live prices around Esmeralda County
Esmeralda County is the closest base to Queer Mountain Wilderness Study Area with rooms to book. The map shows everything available there right now, including the hotels, apartments and cabins we do not rate. Use the stays above when darkness decides, use the map when price or availability does.
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Nearby spots in Nevada
- Grapevine Mountains Wilderness Study Area 15.5 km · Sky Score 72/100
- Pigeon Spring Wilderness Study Area 41.5 km · Sky Score 71/100
- Death Valley National Park 79.2 km · Sky Score 73/100
- Area 51 Back Gate 133.7 km · Sky Score 66/100
- Queen City Summit panorama 137.1 km · Sky Score 70/100
Sky data: NASA Black Marble VJ146A4 2025 annual composite · clear-sky climatology ERA5 2015–2024 (methodology).