Stargaze at Zion National Park

Itinerary tips

• 1Pack a red-light flashlight or headlamp to preserve your night vision while walking to your viewing spot.
• 2Plan to arrive at the Pa’rus Trail or the Human History Museum patio about 30 minutes before sunset to secure a spot and watch the stars emerge.
• 3Bring a portable camp chair or a thick blanket, as the ground can remain quite hot in the summer or chilly in the spring.
• 4Download a star-chart app that works offline, as cellular service is virtually non-existent inside the canyon.
• 5Check the moon phase before booking, aiming for the window three days before or after a new moon for the darkest skies.
• 6Allocate at least two hours for the experience to allow your eyes to fully adjust and to see the Milky Way clearly.