Maryland Is Home To One Of The Best Dark Sky Parks In The World

Calling all stargazers! Did you know that Maryland is home to one of the best dark sky parks in the world? With little to no light pollution, this particular spot is perfect for those who want to look up and see millions of stars all at once. Plus, if you bring a good camera, you could even spot the milky way as well. Read on, and enjoy the glorious nighttime photos of this amazing dark sky park in Maryland.

You've probably heard of Assateague Island, or have even been there as part of an annual family tradition.

Assateague Island is a barrier island, with two-thirds in Maryland and the southern third in Virginia. In the Maryland portion, you can visit either the state park side or the national park side. Enjoy the white sand beach...

...and keep your eyes peeled for the famous wild horses.

You can extend your visit from day to night by reserving a campsite. The best thing about camping here is that there is nearly zero light pollution, which means you can view stars galore.

And if you have a good camera, you can even capture the milky way.

Photographers travel from Maryland and beyond to capture stunning photos such as this.

Just you, the sounds of ocean waves, and millions of stars above. Sounds like a dreamy adventure to me!

And of course, don't forget the s'mores. Known as one of the best dark sky parks in the world, this place is worth camping at least once. Learn more below, and enjoy this nighttime (and daytime) paradise.

Check out the beautiful Assateague Island National Seashore in this video from

Beyond Borders Ventures. There is so much to do and see from stunning Assateague Island night sky views to wild horses on the beach:

Assateague Island stargazing is a very unique experience. With most of the world filled with light pollution, areas with pristine night sky views are becoming quite rare. Have you ever been to Assateague Island in Maryland? What’s your favorite thing about this beautiful dark sky park in Maryland? To learn more, visit the National Park website or the State Park website.

For more peaceful places around the Old Line State, check out these 10 small towns in Maryland. They offer nothing but peace and quiet, and many are full of history and charm, too!