Staunton River State Park, recognized as an International Dark Sky Park, is set to offer self-guided astronomy programs throughout 2025 at its Dark Sky Observation Field.

Rockbridge County has many outdoor adventures like Natural Bridge State Park, which has many new things to offer.

Natural nighttime darkness is disappearing, making stargazing more difficult. International Dark Sky designation recognizes areas and organizations working to maintain spaces where the public can see stars more easily.