Stargazing near Joshua Tree National Park is one of Southern California’s most unforgettable experiences.Imagine stepping outside on a warm summer evening and looking up to see thousands of stars stretching across the sky. In many cities and suburban neighborhoods, this breathtaking experience is impossible because artificial lightwashes away the stars, hiding the Milky Way and making meteor showers difficult to see. Fortunately, you don’t have to travel halfway around the world to experience truly dark skies.