Steinaker State Park
Sky Score 47/100≈ Bortle 4
Steinaker State Park is a protected area in Utah with a measured darkness of 69/100 (≈ 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: 53/100. 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 Steinaker State Park
| Month | Clear night skies | Sky Score (new moon) |
|---|---|---|
| January | 48% | 40/100 |
| February | 54% | 43/100 |
| March | 49% | 41/100 |
| April | 55% | 44/100 |
| May | 55% | 44/100 |
| June | 68% | 51/100 |
| July | 67% | 51/100 |
| August | 72% | 53/100 |
| September ★ | 75% | 55/100 |
| October | 67% | 51/100 |
| November | 59% | 46/100 |
| December | 48% | 40/100 |
Scores assume a moonless night — check the moon before you drive (methodology).
Where to stay near Steinaker 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
- Red Fleet State Park — 10.8 km · Sky Score 52/100
- Dinosaur National Monument — 52.1 km · Sky Score 59/100
- Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area — 71.8 km · Sky Score 57/100
- Starvation State Park — 88.3 km · Sky Score 50/100
- Winter Ridge Wilderness Study Area — 106.1 km · Sky Score 64/100