The Headlands

Where in the World: michigan, usa Website: midarkskypark.org status: international dark sky Park if islands have dark skies because they’re surrounded by ocean, the same goes for places on the shores of vast lakes. alongside Lake michigan, the Headlands has become a mecca for dark-sky searchers of late, with local lawmakers restricting the use of artificial light. it also helps that the northern Lights are occasionally seen from here.