Private Stargazing Tours in Zion National Park
Spend a Magical Evening Under the Stars in Southern Utah
Southern Utah is home to some of the darkest, most spectacular night skies in the United States - and Zion National Park, a certified International Dark Sky Park, sits at the heart of it. Far from city light pollution, the skies above the red rock canyons come alive after dark with countless stars, the Milky Way and celestial wonders that most people never get the chance to see.
At Zion Canyon Light, we offer private guided stargazing tours designed to transform a night under the stars into one of the most memorable experiences of your entire trip. Whether you’re visiting Zion with your partner, family or a small group of friends, our tours are completely exclusive - reserved just for you.
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN OUR STARGAZING EXPERIENCE:
• Expert guidance from a knowledgeable astronomy guide who will walk you through the night sky, teach you to identify constellations and share the ancient myths and stories behind them.
• Professional telescope viewing through our Celestron 8” Dobsonian telescope - one of the finest instruments for deep-sky observation, giving you stunning views of planets, nebulae, star clusters and more.
• Live images of deep space objects through our Seestar digital telescopes - included in the photo gallery of your experience.
• Astrophotography portraits of your group - we capture breathtaking photos of your group beneath the stars, creating lasting memories of your time in Zion.
• Delicious hot chocolate to keep everyone warm and cozy as the desert night air cools around you.
WHY STARGAZING IN ZION IS UNLIKE ANYWHERE ELSE
Zion National Park and the surrounding region are recognized for exceptionally low light pollution. The area sits near several designated International Dark Sky Parks, making it one of the premier stargazing destinations in the American Southwest. On a clear summer night - which is most nights in this high-desert climate - you can see the full arc of the Milky Way with the naked eye.
Our stargazing experience takes place at a carefully chosen, off-the-beaten-path location in a part of Zion that most people don’t get to see. There’s nothing quite like lying on the earth beneath the stars with the silhouette of ancient sandstone cliffs framing the horizon.
100% PRIVATE — JUST YOUR GROUP
Unlike public stargazing tours, every experience we offer is completely private. That means no strangers. No crowds. And no weirdos other than your own. Just your people, Zion’s beautiful night sky and a guide who is fully present for your evening. This makes our tours ideal for romantic date nights, anniversary celebrations, honeymoons, family vacations and milestone trips.
Find more info about our Stargazing experience here.
Zion Canyon · 2026
Upcoming Stargazing
Events in Zion!
As a certified International Dark Sky Park, Zion has some of the darkest skies in North America. These cosmic events should not be missed!
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✦September 4✦
Saturn Returns!
Don't miss the chance to view Saturn's stunning rings! The best view we have until next year.
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✦September 22 – 26✦
Equinox & Harvest Moon
Prime galaxy season begins, followed by a golden full moon rising over the cliffs of Zion.
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✦Oct 2 – Nov 7✦
Orionid Meteor Shower
Debris from Halley's Comet — up to 25 fast meteors per hour. Peak viewing Oct 21 – 22.
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✦November 6 – 30✦
Leonid Meteor Shower
About 15 swift, bright meteors per hour. Peak viewing Nov 17 – 18.
What People Are Saying
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"We had a wonderful experience with Tyler and Jaechon! They are wonderful hosts--knowledgeable, kind, friendly, and patient. The setting was ideal, with very dark skies, and the set up was delightful. They had comfy mats for us to lie on our backs and look at the stars, and they set a contemplative, thoughtful mood while sharing mind-blowing information about our solar system and beyond. With our naked eyes and their telescopes and binoculars, we viewed incredible sights, including: a highly magnified moon; planets; nebulae; double stars; a distant galaxy; the Milky Way; and stars. So many stars!"
— Marc
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"The perfect finale to our family vacation! Our evening under the stars was nothing short of magical, largely thanks to our fantastic guides, Tyler ('The Professor") and Jay. The absolute best part was just laying under the stars—it was so peaceful and mesmerizing that we could have stayed there for hours. It was the perfect, unforgettable grand finale to our vacation. Highly recommended!"
— Jennifer
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"We had a very unique, fun and interesting experience. The location was very cool; on a high butte with a 360 degree view of the sky. Tyler & Jae are extremely knowledgable and have two very impressive telescopes; one traditional and the other that stacks pictures of far-away galaxies with automated tracking. Very impressive. We had a great view of Jupiter and its moons as well as other constellations. We had some clouds move in but Tyler adapted quickly and found us new things to look at where we had clear sky. The hot chocolate provided was a very nice touch. Take advantage of the dark sky in the Zion area and go hang out with Tyler and Jae for a great show and learning experience. Highly recommended!"
— Rich
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"I live in a city and rarely get the opportunity to experience something like this. This experience was magical, educational, intimate and unforgettable. The setting is insane. If you’re spending time in the parks area, don’t pass up a chance to see the sunset from the meeting point and a sky full of stars with these amazing guides."
— Maxine
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“This star gazing tour was such an amazing and unique experience to have in Zion! I would highly recommend this to anyone visiting the area. It’s a great location off the beaten path and the host is very knowledgeable!”
— Kierstin
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"We had the most magical experience and couldn’t recommend Zion Canyon Light more. We had a sunset picnic followed by stargazing and it was honestly one of the best nights of our life. The location was out of this world and the attention to detail was incredible. We can’t thank you enough and will be back again one day with our children "
— Tom