Willard Bay State Park

Sky Score 39/100≈ Bortle 4

Willard Bay State Park is a protected area in Utah with a measured darkness of 61/100 (≈ 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 75% of the night sky is clear.

Tonight's outlook: 47/100. The moon is 7% lit and above the horizon 8% of the night; typical August clear-sky odds here are 71%. Updated daily.

Best time to stargaze at Willard Bay State Park

MonthClear night skiesSky Score (new moon)
January40%32/100
February45%34/100
March43%33/100
April54%39/100
May49%36/100
June64%43/100
July70%46/100
August71%47/100
September75%49/100
October63%43/100
November52%37/100
December39%31/100

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

Where to stay near Willard Bay 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.

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