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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