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astronomy2 years ago

Best Dark Places to Book Now for the Spectacular 2023 Perseids Meteor Shower

The annual Perseid meteor shower will peak overnight on August 12-13, 2023, offering a spectacular display of shooting stars. To witness this celestial event, it is recommended to find a dark sky location away from light pollution. Several organized events and dark sky destinations in North America, such as Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado and Dead Horse Point State Park in Utah, offer ideal viewing spots. Other options include the Frosty Drew Observatory in Rhode Island, Manitoulin Eco Park in Ontario, Canada, and Prineville Reservoir State Park in Oregon.