Starry, starry night …. Winter season is the best time to get some clear night sky views, so pack your thermos, blanket and zoom lenses and head out for some spectacularly sparkly views of the universe.
Bonus tip: select nights around the new moon as it will be easier to see nebulas, star formations and planets without the moon’s shine.
Davies Creek
Talk about a million star view? Davies Creek is your place to be.
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Granite Gorge
Imagine a huge night sky lit by billions of stars, set to the peaceful soundtrack of cicadas and nothing else – just make sure to properly lock away your snacks, otherwise you’ll have the ever so cute rock wallabies scrambling all over your campsite.
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Emerald Creek Falls
Stargazing at Emerald Creek Falls is definitely one for the books. Please note the access road is not suitable for caravans and camping is not permitted.
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Fong On Bay, Lake Tinaroo
Your camp site’s all set, dinner is done? Turn your lights down low and your eyes up to the sky.
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Undara National Park
The further you get from townships and light pollution, the more stars you’ll see. Additionally, the outback’s skies are the most likely to be clear of clouds, providing the perfect conditions for your stargazing experience.
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Stargazing Tours
Interested in learning all about the Southern night skies? Night Sky Secrets are conducting astronomy tours & presentations across Northern Australia, featuring an aboriginal perspective on the stars and viewing the deep sky through large Aperture Telescopes. Click here to learn more or book a tour.
