Death Valley is a Gold Tier Dark Sky National Park
Death Valley National Park is designated as the largest Dark Sky National Park in the country by the International Dark Sky Association. The Oasis at Death Valley, alongside the National Park Service, has taken measures to greatly minimize light pollution in the area. Because of this, the park is designated as a “Gold Tier” Dark Sky Park, the highest level awarded.
Located 120 miles northwest of Las Vegas and 295 miles northeast of Los Angeles, The Oasis is distant enough from the major cities in the Southwest to provide unobstructed and stunning views of the night’s sky, yet close enough for city dwellers to escape for the weekend. Death Valley offers some of the best stargazing in America. The International Dark-Sky Association has designated Death Valley National Park a Gold Tier Dark Sky Park, which is the highest rating of darkness.
During the winter and spring months, Death Valley National Park Rangers host several stargazing events within the park. For a full schedule of park events please visit the National Park Service’s website.
Bringing the Magic of the Cosmos to You in Partnership with StarDude
Maxwell F.X. Paláu, a renowned astrophysicist with a specialization in observational astronomy, has been inspiring audiences across Southern California with his passion for the cosmos since 2012. Under the crystal-clear skies of this Gold Tier International Dark Sky Park, participants will have the rare opportunity to experience exclusive astronomy enrichment sessions led by Maxwell. Expect access to the best dark sky observation points, paired with his expert guidance to spot celestial phenomena and capture them through astrophotography. These events are perfect for anyone who dreams of exploring the mysteries of space while surrounded by the surreal beauty of Death Valley.
Don’t miss your chance to join one of these magical experiences and see the stars the way they’re meant to be seen — with clarity, wonder, and awe.
| May 4 | Star Wars Day. Come celebrate the scenes filmed in Death Valley National Park. May the Fourth be with you! |
| June 21 | Summer Solstice Stargazing. Join guides and see the night sky come alive during the longest day of the year. |
| July 10 | Full Moon Star Party |
| July 24 | Perseid Meteor Shower Stargazing Weekend |