A mountain silhouette beneath a swirling star trail in a night sky, showcasing celestial movement above the landscape.

A star trail over a rocky area in Joshua Tree National Park.

A clear night sky filled with twinkling stars and a bright, glowing moon illuminating the darkness.

Stargazing from Trona.

Joshua trees in Joshua Tree National Park, California, captured in July 2012, showcasing the unique desert landscape.

Stargazing in Joshua Tree.

A bright comet streaks across the night sky above a mountain range, with city lights glowing in the distant valley below.

Comet C2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS) soaring over the San Bernardino Valley from a mountainside pullout on Highway 18 in Crestline.

The Milky Way glows brightly over a serene desert landscape under a starry night sky.

The Milky Way from Joshua Tree.

We would like to thank Sleiman Moussa of Rialto for submitting stunning photos of his favorite San Bernardino County destinations.

San Bernardino County destinations such as Joshua Tree, Crestline and the Trona Pinnacles are perfect for stargazing due to dark skies and low light pollution in these areas. On a clear night, visitors can see the Milky Way, stars, planets, meteors and occasionally a comet. For stargazing tips in Joshua Tree, please visit the National Park Service’s website. If you’re interested in stargazing updates and information on celestial events in other areas, please contact your local astronomy club. We hope this inspires you to explore San Bernardino County for your next cosmic viewing event.