Long Canyon Overlook

Sky Score 67/100≈ Bortle 2

8 places to stay nearby, rated for darkness ↓

Long Canyon Overlook is a scenic viewpoint in Utah with a measured darkness of 93/100 (≈ 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 79% of the night sky is clear.

Tonight's outlook: 34/100. The moon is 98% lit and above the horizon 96% of the night; typical September clear-sky odds here are 79%. Updated daily.

Best time to stargaze at Long Canyon Overlook

MonthClear night skiesSky Score (new moon)
January53%58/100
February58%62/100
March57%61/100
April66%67/100
May68%69/100
June75%74/100
July64%66/100
August67%69/100
September ★79%77/100
October73%73/100
November71%71/100
December57%61/100

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

Where to stay near Long Canyon Overlook: 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 Long Canyon Overlook for each.

Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch#1Darkest sky of these stays

Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch

8.7Very well rated(205 reviews)

Boulder Mountain Guest Ranch offers family rooms with private balconies and mountain views, alongside a sun terrace and garden perfect for evening stargazing. The property provides a peaceful base for nature exploration, with hiking and cycling opportunities in the surrounding area, plus a family-friendly restaurant serving diverse cuisines.

Sky darkness
92/100
To the spot
23.4 km
Location
Boulder

91/100sky darkness at this stay

#3

Annie's Place Bed & Breakfast

Sky darkness
91/100
To the spot
17.2 km
Location
Boulder

More stays nearby

  • Circle Cliffs Motel

    Darkness: 90/100 · 16.3 km from Long Canyon Overlook

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  • Boulder Mountain Lodge

    Darkness: 90/100 · 16.3 km from Long Canyon Overlook

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  • Canyon Country Lodge

    Canyon Country Lodge

    Darkness: 75/100 · 9.2 Guests love it (379 reviews) · 35.1 km from Long Canyon Overlook · Escalante

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  • Rainbow Country Bed & Breakfast

    Darkness: 75/100 · 35.2 km from Long Canyon Overlook · Escalante

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  • Canyons Bed and Breakfast

    Darkness: 73/100 · 35.5 km from Long Canyon Overlook

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Live prices around Boulder

Boulder is the closest base to Long Canyon Overlook 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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Sky data: NASA Black Marble VJ146A4 2025 annual composite · clear-sky climatology ERA5 2015–2024 (methodology).