Under Canvas in Utah Becomes World's First Dark Sky Lodge - AFAR
"A safari-inspired tented glamping resort in Southern Utah that became the first lodging worldwide to earn DarkSky International’s lodging certification after a rigorous three-year process, extensive lighting audits, and upgrades designed to protect the night sky. The 220-acre property has 50 tents, including Stargazer Tents with a viewing window/skylight above a king bed, private en suite bathrooms, wood-burning stoves, and private decks, and offers on-site programming focused on astronomy and sky conservation. Daytime options include hikes on the property (including a trail to Elephant Slot Canyon) and visits to nearby natural attractions such as Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, and Grosvenor Arch, plus daily yoga, kids’ programs, and a restaurant serving locally sourced, seasonal meals. At night the resort stages astronomy hikes, astrology talks, and special meteor-shower viewings with telescopes, blankets, hot cocoa, and s’mores, all intended to give guests an immersive celestial experience while emphasizing the importance of protecting dark skies." - Bailey Berg
