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
| Month | Clear night skies | Sky Score (new moon) |
|---|---|---|
| January | 40% | 32/100 |
| February | 45% | 34/100 |
| March | 43% | 33/100 |
| April | 54% | 39/100 |
| May | 49% | 36/100 |
| June | 64% | 43/100 |
| July | 70% | 46/100 |
| August | 71% | 47/100 |
| September ★ | 75% | 49/100 |
| October | 63% | 43/100 |
| November | 52% | 37/100 |
| December | 39% | 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.
Nearby spots in Utah
- East Canyon State Park — 68.8 km · Sky Score 40/100
- Rockport State Park — 88.7 km · Sky Score 44/100
- Timpanogos Cave National Monument — 108.6 km · Sky Score 34/100
- Starvation State Park — 187.5 km · Sky Score 50/100
- Scofield State Park — 193.8 km · Sky Score 58/100