It’s stargazing season again, as temperatures are heating up and the skies are getting clearer with each passing night. Are you excited? We sure are, which is why we are spreading the good news that Colorado is home to yet another International Dark Sky Park (our fourth, to be exact!) via the clear and beautiful Mesa Verde National Park, one of the most beautiful places in the U.S.

Located in southwest Colorado, Mesa Verde National Park is arguably one of the most fascinating places in the state, as it houses an 800-year-old+ Ancestral Puebloan village as well as some of the most well-preserved ruins in the region.
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Thanks to its secluded location in both the middle of nowhere and away from any towns or cities, Mesa Verde also boasts some of the clearest skies in Colorado, making it a no-brainer as to the state's newest International Dark Sky Park!
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What is an International Dark Sky Park? As the name implies, it is a recognized area where nighttime skies are dark and have virtually no light pollution, which was created by the aptly-named International Dark-Sky Association.
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According to a press release by the International Dark-Sky Association, Mesa Verde was a no-brainer, as the skies are not only incredibly clear and have virtually no light pollution, but also "offers public night sky programs throughout the year and is an excellent place to learn about and enjoy the wonders of the night sky."
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In addition to Mesa Verde National Park, Colorado is home to 3 other International Dark Sky Parks, including the Great Sand Dunes National Park, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Jackson Lake State Park, and 5 additional monuments and communities. 
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To learn more about the International Dark-Sky Association and other International Dark Sky Parks and Communities, please visit the IDA's website.
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For another must-visit Dark Sky Park, check out This International Dark Sky Park In Colorado Will Take You A Million Miles Away From It All.

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