A Stargazing Guide to Ketchum, IdahoMany head to Ketchum and Sun Valley, Idaho for the action sports and soaring Sawtooth mountains, and while that is all fun, many don't know that there is some of the best stargazing in the world here. It is the perfect environment to watch the constellations come out and the milkyway glow. AuthorsSteller
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Stargazing Spots

Central Idaho Dark Sky Reserve
Visit this 1,416-square-mile dark-sky preserve near the Sawtooth National Recreation Area, known first gold-tier dark-sky preserve in the United States.
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Sun Valley Road East
I mean, this moment speaks for itself! Look at those colors. Drive along this road after dark and find a good pull-off for starry views, or if you're lucky, the northern lights!
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Sun Valley Lake
Come here on a clear night to watch the stars come out and reflect against the sparkling, still lake waters. Truly magical!
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Idaho 75
There are plenty of pull-offs along this route for amazing views of expansive, starry skies with mountains etched in the background.
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Redfish Lake
Head north to this lake amidst the mountains for a picture-perfect night of stargazing. You can drive right up to find a perfect spot along the shore.
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Trail Creek
This spot has some of the darkest skies in the area and it's just a short drive from downtown.
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Knob Hill Natural Area
A short hike leads you to a great view of the Milky Way above downtown Ketchum!
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Stays

Knob Hill Inn Sun Valley
Stay in the heart of Ketchum at this adorable inn that makes for the coziest home base.
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North Fork Campground
Stay just north of town in the beautiful Idaho forests for a night or two under the stars! So peaceful.
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