Dark Sky Parks
James River State Park
Buckingham, VirginiaBortle 2 Best in Summer
Truly dark sky, with the zodiacal light clearly visible.
James River State Park sits in the rolling Piedmont of central Virginia with over two miles of frontage on the historic James River. The open floodplains provide unobstructed horizon views in multiple directions, and Bortle 2 conditions this close to central Virginia are remarkable. Park staff run twice-monthly observation sessions from Memorial Day through Labor Day and monthly sessions the rest of the year. Silver Tier certified.
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Our picks for a good night under the stars.
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