Torrence Barrens is a big improvement over big city light pollution. The absence of local glare from nearby lights helps a lot, too. The lack of trees and low horizons allow you to see most of the sky unobstructed. It's a good place for stargazing whether you use a telescope, binoculars, or just your eyes. If you want a still darker sky, try Algonquin Park. Dark sky observing is best done around New Moon (check your calendar). A bright Moon lights up the sky and makes fewer stars visible.
Torrence Barrens is a big improvement over big city light pollution. The absence of local glare from nearby lights helps a lot, too. The lack of trees and low horizons allow you to see most of the sky unobstructed. It's a good place for stargazing whether you use a telescope, binoculars, or just your eyes. If you want a still darker sky, try Algonquin Park. Dark sky observing is best done around New Moon (check your calendar). A bright Moon lights up the sky and makes fewer stars visible.
DobsonianTelescope 8 months ago