4 Best Tips for Stargazing in California’s Eastern Sierra

If you’ve never found an opportunity to stargaze in a clear sky and away from light pollution, you’ll find it a serene moment. Maybe you live somewhere where that’s not easy to find. But, if you want to spend some vacation time in California's Eastern Sierra, finding time for stargazing is a must. The view is hard to beat, and the weather is perfect for stargazing once the sun sets in California. Having a moment like this isn’t hard when you book directly with Snowcreek Resort.

Tips for Stargazing In California

Create a special moment with someone close to you. Stargazing is an awe-inspiring activity that’s easy to do if you are in the right place with the right stuff. Pack snacks, warm drinks, and a blanket, and look up at these spots in California’s Eastern Sierra. 

Pack The Essentials Or Your Favorite Gear

If you plan to spend any time under the stars, you should be comfortable. Bring a blanket, snacks, and a thermos with a warm drink, and download a stargazing app to identify and find constellations.

Check The Weather Forecast

This will make or break your night if you don’t check the weather forecast beforehand. You need to have a clear sky if you are going to stargaze. Weather in California’s Eastern Sierra can change anytime, so be prepared.

Get Away From Any Light Pollution

This is as important as checking the weather. You must get far away from the city limits or anything producing artificial light. Any light can hinder your ability to see those specks of light in distant space, otherwise known as stars. 

Set Up Camp At The Right Spot

We covered getting far away from light pollution, but where are the best places to hunker down? Luckily, there is no shortage of outstanding places to stargaze in California’s Eastern Sierra. Some hot spots for stargazing include Minaret Vista, Lake Mary, Convict Lake, Reds Meadow Valley, and many more.

 

But for those who are more adventurous, here are some things to look for if you want to get off the beaten path. Open meadows are perfect since they’re mostly flat with few obstructions. Another great place is mountain hiking trails. Keep a flashlight with you and ensure the paths are safe for guests, but these paths tend to get you above the light pollution and obstructions so you can focus on the sky. 

Heads Up!

Take a break from the sightseeing and instead focus your attention on stargazing in California’s Eastern Sierra. By booking directly with Snowcreek Resort, you will have access to amazing places for stargazing and a cozy place to rest your head at the end of your late-night excursion. 

 

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