Minnesota’s Voyageurs National Park Was Named One Of The World’s Best Places To See The Stars
Where do you go when you want to catch a star-filled glimpse of the night sky? If you’re like many Minnesotans, you head to one of the state’s remote parks, usually up north. Others may head to areas known for their starry skies, like the Boundary Water or the small town of McGregor. Today, we’d like to add another entry to that list. The International Dark Sky Association, an organization that recognizes places free of light pollution, has designated Minnesota’s only national park as an International Dark Sky Park. Voyageurs National Park is one of the best places not only in Minnesota but in the entire world, to see the stars. Read on below about this incredible place:
Voyageurs National Park is a 218,000-acre national park in northern Minnesota. Given its remote location - and the fact that much of the park is only accessible by boat - Voyageurs draws fewer visitors than many other national parks.
Of course, that's not the only reason to visit Voyageurs. The park is full of beauty around every corner, making it a photographer's or nature lover's dream. There are few things better than watching the sun set over one of the park's pristine lakes.
The amazing nighttime views available at Voyageurs make it a must-visit spot for Minnesota nature lovers. In the daytime, enjoy the beauty of the untouched lakes. And at night, take in the incredible, star-spotted dark sky!
Betsy is a Minneapolis-based writer who's lived in Minnesota for 20 years. If you know of any amazing Minnesota restaurants, nature areas, or other attractions, feel free to let her know about them at brathburn@onlyinyourstate.com or on Twitter @betsyrathburn.
