6 Parks for Starry, Starry Nights
Watching the night sky is rewarding this time of year because we've got meteors, Mars and the Moon putting on a show. The darker the sky, the more you can see, so visit parks far from city lights for the best view. Our internationally-recognized Dark Sky Parks are perfect for stargazing, but any of these parks will give you an awe-inspiring view of the night sky:
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Cooper Lake – NE of Dallas
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Lake Somerville – NW of Houston
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South Llano River – W of Austin, Dark Sky Park
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Lake Arrowhead – S of Wichita Falls
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Big Spring – NE of Midland
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Falcon – Rio Grande Valley
Don't miss these celestial happenings:
- Blue Moon – October's second full Moon on 10/31
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Mars – very bright now and visible through November
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Leonids meteor shower – peak 11/16-17
Check out our stargazing list of helpful tips and resources. Whether you do a quick trip or stay overnight at a park, read the required safety guidelines and make reservations before you head out.
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