Starvation State Park

Sky Score 50/100≈ Bortle 3

Starvation State Park is a protected area in Utah with a measured darkness of 72/100 (≈ Bortle 3) — 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 76% of the night sky is clear.

Tonight's outlook: 56/100. The moon is 7% lit and above the horizon 8% of the night; typical August clear-sky odds here are 72%. Updated daily.

Best time to stargaze at Starvation State Park

MonthClear night skiesSky Score (new moon)
January46%41/100
February54%46/100
March50%43/100
April60%49/100
May57%47/100
June70%54/100
July68%53/100
August72%56/100
September76%58/100
October68%54/100
November62%50/100
December50%43/100

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

Where to stay near Starvation 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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