Rockport State Park

Sky Score 44/100≈ Bortle 4

Rockport State Park is a protected area in Utah with a measured darkness of 68/100 (≈ 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: 51/100. 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 Rockport State Park

MonthClear night skiesSky Score (new moon)
January38%34/100
February44%38/100
March43%37/100
April54%43/100
May51%41/100
June66%49/100
July69%51/100
August69%51/100
September75%54/100
October64%48/100
November51%41/100
December38%34/100

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

Where to stay near Rockport 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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