 Headlands Dark Sky park (photo from Michigan Public Radio) |
a news release of Michigan.gov
Step outside and experience the magnificent night sky during International Dark Sky Week, April 13-20. It’s the perfect time to go stargazing and learn about the importance of the night sky.
Dark sky preserves in Michigan state parks and international dark sky parks and sanctuaries in the state – places where light pollution is minimized – offer an unpolluted window into the cosmos! If you’re an avid stargazer or just curious, these locations are some of the best places in Michigan to spot the stars. So, head outdoors to enjoy the night sky. Maybe you’ll even catch a shooting star!
Dark Sky Preserves in Michigan State Parks:
• Lake Hudson Recreation Area (Lenawee County)
• Negwegon State Park (Alcona County) - No winter plowing.
• Port Crescent State Park (Huron County) - No winter plowing, visitors can hike from the parking lot to the preserve.
• Rockport Recreation Area (Presque Isle County) - Plowed in the winter.
• Thompson's Harbor State Park (Presque Isle County) - Plowed in the winter.
• Wilderness State Park (Emmet County) - No winter plowing; however, area near park headquarters is plowed.
International dark sky parks in Michigan
The following dark sky parks are recognized globally and designated by DarkSky International:
• Headlands Dark Sky Park (Emmet County park)
• Keweenaw Dark Sky Park (Keweenaw County)
• Dr. T.K. Lawless Park (Cass County park)
International dark sky sanctuaries in Michigan
This location is a short boat ride away, offering an untouched window into the cosmos. Certified by DarkSky International, this site has earned international acclaim for its window into the universe:
• Beaver Island State Wildlife Research Area International Dark Sky Sanctuary
See more at DarkSky.org
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