NPS Big Bend National Park
Tonight at Big Bend National Park
Big Bend has the darkest measured skies of any national park in the lower 48, a certified International Dark Sky Park where the Milky Way casts visible shadows on moonless nights. It is remote: stock up in Alpine or Marathon. The Chisos Basin amphitheater area balances convenience and darkness, and southern targets unreachable from most of the US ride high here.
Where to look upStargazing here
View the Night Sky
Far away from most city lights, Big Bend National Park preserves pristine darkness. Take this chance to stargaze, and experience the half of the park that many of us miss - nighttime.
nps.gov →Find The Perfect Sunrise & Sunset
Where is the best place to see the sunrise or sunset? Truly, the answer is anywhere in the park! With huge horizons and dramatic scenery, it is spectacular wherever you are.
nps.gov →Enjoy Sunset at Rio Grande Village
Photography can be a rewarding experience for visitors. One of the best places is the Nature Trail at Rio Grande Village
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