Stargazing Cherry Springs State Park
Cherry Springs State Park, one of the greatest stargazing destinations on the planet, is only a 10-minute drive away. This legendary dark sky preserve offers some of the most pristine night skies you'll ever witness, with dazzling, twinkling stars stretching as far as the eye can see. After adventuring through nature by day, cap off your evening in awe under the brilliant heavens.
Cherry Springs State Park
Cherry Springs State Park is a renowned dark sky park located just 10 minutes from the lodge, offering some of the most pristine night skies in the eastern United States for stargazing. This remote park attracts stargazers from around the world with its unobstructed 360-degree views of the cosmos, where on a clear moonless night over 10,000 stars are visible to the naked eye. With strict outdoor lighting policies protecting the exceptional darkness, Cherry Springs provides an unparalleled opportunity to explore the wonders of the Milky Way, meteor showers, planets, and deep sky objects just a short drive away.
Stargazing
Cherry Springs State Park offers an extraordinary opportunity to witness the jaw-dropping brilliance of planets, galaxies, nebulae and more celestial wonders invisible to the naked eye amidst city lights.
Guided stargazing programs and events elevate the experience further. But you need not venture far for an unforgettable night under the stars - the lodge itself shares these same pristine dark skies. Gather your family on the porch or around a crackling campfire, and open your eyes and hearts to the infinite beauty twinkling directly overhead. As you gaze upward, you'll feel an indescribable sense of wonder inside.
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