From the Office of Governor Spencer J. Cox

On April 1st, 2022, Governor Cox declared the month of April as Utah Dark Sky Month for the second consecutive year. The declaration encourages residents and visitors alike to celebrate this month by visiting one of Utah’s 24 accredited International Dark Sky Places – including all of the Mighty 5® national parks, 10 state parks, and two towns.

Did you know Utah is home to some of the darkest skies in the nation and is not only a national leader in dark sky protection and preservation but has the highest number of certified dark sky places in the world?

Here in Southern Utah you can visit Zion National Park, Cedar Breaks and Bryce National Park, all designated International Dark Sky Parks and all within just two hours drive.