Stargazer’s Paradise: Five of the Best Dark-Sky Preserves in Ontario

Published on May 30, 2024

There’s no better way to connect with nature than by stargazing. But to truly see all that the skies have to offer, getting away from the city lights is a necessity. One of the best places to do that is at a dark-sky preserve; they are key to enjoying the celestial landscape to the fullest because they are committed to eliminating light pollution in all forms. Here are some of the best dark-sky preserves to visit in Ontario. Bruce Peninsula National Park Located between Lake Huron and Georgian Bay, the park was designated as a dark-sky preserve in 2009. Bruce Peninsula National Park is made up of 154 square kilometres of beautiful forest, towering cliffs, and the blue waters of Georgian Bay. The best viewing sites in the park are Cyprus Lake and the Singing Sands, a coastal site with no lights and a low horizon....