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Works change a street light in the dark sky community of Prestegne, Wales.

Presteigne and Norton is certified as the first International Dark Sky Community in Wales

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Powys, Wales Presteigne and Norton became the first community in Wales to be designated as an International Dark Sky …

January 11, 2024

Two people look at a star filled sky from a warm lit deck at night.

Pack your bags! The DarkSky Approved Lodging Program is now live.

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On January 9th, 2023, DarkSky International officially launched the highly anticipated DarkSky Approved Lodging Program. This new program offers …

January 9, 2024

Welcome sign, Jonestown, Texas

Jonestown becomes Texas’s ninth International Dark Sky Community

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Jonestown, Texas The City of Jonestown, Texas, USA, has been officially designated as an International Dark Sky Community by …

January 8, 2024

A small coastal village in the distance with sand dunes in the foreground.

Dark Sky Park Bulbjerg becomes Denmark’s second International Dark Sky Park

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Jutland, Denmark Dark Sky Park Bulbjerg, administered by Hawboernes Association in Lild Strand, was certified as Denmark’s second International …

December 14, 2023

A glowing canvas tent sits beneath a brilliant, star-filled sky in a desert landscape, with the Milky Way rising prominently overhead. Surrounded by rugged mesas and sparse vegetation, the warmly lit tent offers a striking contrast against the dark night, showcasing an immersive stargazing experience in a naturally dark environment.

DarkSky Approved Lodging guidelines

What we do

DarkSky Approved Lodging complements the Dark Sky Places program by recognizing overnight accommodations where the Milky Way is visible.

July 9, 2026

Shooting star and starry sky above a bluff in Wyoming.

Sinks Canyon State Park named first International Dark Sky Park in Wyoming

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LANDER, WYOMING, USA Today, Sinks Canyon State Park achieved the honor of being designated Wyoming’s first-ever International Dark Sky …

November 20, 2023

Saguaro cacti silhouetted by a starry sky.

Saguaro National Park becomes world’s ninth Urban Night Sky Place

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TUCSON, ARIZONA, USA The National Park Service and DarkSky International are pleased to announce Saguaro National Park’s certification as …

November 13, 2023

Vercors named fifth International Dark Sky Reserve in France

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AUVERGNE-RHÔNE-ALPES REGION, FRANCE The Regional Natural Park of Vercors has been designated as an International Dark Sky Reserve by …

September 26, 2023

Mehmet Dursun: Illuminating Turkey’s Dark Skies

Monthly Star

Each month, DarkSky International features a DarkSky Advocate from the worldwide network of volunteers who are working to protect …

August 29, 2023

A warmly lit safari-style canvas tent sits beneath a clear, star-filled night sky, with the Milky Way stretching overhead. Surrounded by tall pine trees, the tent's large windows reveal a cozy interior, while soft pathway lighting illuminates the entrance without overpowering the dark nighttime landscape.

DarkSky Approved Lodgings & Resorts

DarkSky Approved

DarkSky Approved Lodging & Resorts provide overnight accommodations offering exceptional dark sky experiences through the use of DarkSky Compliant …

August 3, 2026

Q&A with DarkSky Advocate Federico Pellegrino

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An environmental activist from Italy, Federico Pellegrino advocates for dark skies, educates about light pollution, and works to preserve …

April 25, 2023

Nalayini Brito-Davies

Nalayini Brito-Davies: Leading dark skies in New Zealand

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Nalayini Brito-Davies, a DarkSky Advocate and astronomer with a finance background, leads New Zealand’s journey to become a dark …

March 17, 2023