East Canyon State Park
Sky Score 40/100≈ Bortle 4
East Canyon State Park is a protected area in Utah with a measured darkness of 62/100 (≈ 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: 46/100. The moon is 7% lit and above the horizon 8% of the night; typical August clear-sky odds here are 69%. Updated daily.
Best time to stargaze at East Canyon State Park
| Month | Clear night skies | Sky Score (new moon) |
|---|---|---|
| January | 38% | 31/100 |
| February | 44% | 34/100 |
| March | 43% | 34/100 |
| April | 54% | 39/100 |
| May | 51% | 38/100 |
| June | 66% | 45/100 |
| July | 69% | 47/100 |
| August | 69% | 47/100 |
| September ★ | 75% | 50/100 |
| October | 64% | 44/100 |
| November | 51% | 37/100 |
| December | 38% | 31/100 |
Scores assume a moonless night — check the moon before you drive (methodology).
Where to stay near East Canyon 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 Utah
- Rockport State Park — 21.5 km · Sky Score 44/100
- Timpanogos Cave National Monument — 48.4 km · Sky Score 34/100
- Willard Bay State Park — 69 km · Sky Score 39/100
- Starvation State Park — 120.9 km · Sky Score 50/100
- Scofield State Park — 127.2 km · Sky Score 58/100