Environmental Factors

View of the Milky Way over the rocky landscape of Whitmore Point.
Dark Sky Viewing

Along with its wild and remote nature, Parashant displays some of the darkest night skies in the world.

Dark sky over Parashant with the first stars starting to appear in the night sky.
Parashant Air Quality

Clean air is critical for clear views of scenery, historic landscapes, and the night sky.

Last updated: April 8, 2024

Contact Info

Mailing Address:

Public Lands Visitor Center
345 East Riverside Drive
Saint George, UT 84790

Phone:

(435) 688-3200
This federal interagency office is staffed by employees from the National Park Service, Bureau of Land Management, U.S National Forest Service, and by dedicated volunteers from the local community. Phones are answered Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The visitor center is closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and all federal holidays.

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