Outdoor Recreation and the Sky
- Amateur Astronomy Groups
- Best View Campsites
- Big Meadows in California
- Bungee Jumping California
- Deserts in California
- Glider Plane Rides
- Hang Gliding California
- Hot Air Balloon Rides
- Meteor Showers
- Observatories in California
- Para-Gliding California
- Para-Sailing California
- Sightseeing Flights
- Stargazing in California
- Skydiving California
- Tram Rides & Mining Trams
- Weather in California
- Wilderness Areas
jumping out of an airplane?
Are you up for extreme adventure? The craziest day of your life, maybe? Or perhaps you are looking for that perfect meadow to watch the meteor shower from… Either way, you’ve come to the right place. Total Escape will get you out there.
Fresh Mountain Air
Stargazing camp sites to mountain tram rides, we list a little of everything related to the skies, views and stars. Enjoy the sunsets, the dark night skies, the gorgeous viewpoints, and the weather.
Darkest Skies in California
Searching for clear night skies can be a problem with a huge population like California.
stargazing basics
step 1. drive outside the county line, beyond the city lights. no streets lights, no homes, no orange glow from a nearby town.
step2. pick the highest elevations for optimum nighttime viewing, fewest trees and open meadow areas.
step 3. camp away from developed campgrounds
step 4. be cautious about lighting a campfire and keep it low and small. (or do without a fire)
step 5. bring food and beverages, winter clothes, sleeping bags, camping gear
top spots of darkest night sky
