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March 10, 2025 | 02:02 pm
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Witnessing the Northern Lights is truly a magical experience that many people from all over the world dream of. If you're in the U.S. or visiting the country and hoping to catch this awe-inspiring celestial display, you're in luck.
Some of the best places to see Northern Lights in the U.S. promise stunning views of the colorful sky and serene environments with minimal light pollution, ensuring the experience remains uninterrupted.
List of the Best Places to See Northern Lights in the US
Travel + Leisure and TimeOut rank Maine, Minnesota, and Alaska among the best places to see Northern Lights in the U.S. in 2025. See below for other locations with plenty of celestial viewing opportunities.
Maine
Maine has long been a top contender on the list of the best places to see Northern Lights in the U.S. In remote areas like the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, the exceptionally low levels of light pollution create the perfect backdrop for the vibrant, dancing colors of the Aurora Borealis. The surrounding dense forest offers the opportunity to truly connect with nature.
Minnesota
Head straight to Cook County in Minnesota, and you might be utterly captivated by the otherworldly celestial lights. As one of the best places to view the Northern Lights in the lower 48 states, Cook County offers an incredible opportunity to witness this natural phenomenon year-round.
However, the most optimal times to catch the natural light show are during the fall and winter, when the dark, open skies are perfectly adorned with the vibrant colors of the Northern Lights to shine.
Alaska
Alaska is the holy grail among the best places to see Northern Lights in the U.S. With its prime location within the Aurora Oval, Alaska presents consistent and stunning displays of the Aurora Borealis.
In places like Fairbanks—widely regarded as one of the best places to see the Northern Lights—the chances of witnessing this celestial phenomenon are incredibly high and intense. Long winter nights combined with low light pollution make for perfect stargazing.
Idaho
Though Idaho is often overlooked for Northern Lights viewing, the state boasts excellent dark skies and minimal light pollution. Home to five designated Dark Sky Places, its northern regions, such as Coeur d'Alene and Teton Valley, promise fantastic opportunities to see the Aurora Borealis.
Michigan
Michigan is a great place to catch the Northern Lights, especially in Upper Michigan. According to Pure Michigan, the area excels due to its expansive shoreline along Lake Superior's southern shore. Some spots showcasing the best views include the Headlands International Dark Sky Park and Port Crescent State Park.
Montana
Known for its breathtaking landscapes and never-ending outdoor adventures, Montana also charms Northern Lights enthusiasts. During the winter, the Big Sky State is home to some of the clearest and darkest skies in the country, ideal conditions for viewing the celestial event.
Head to iconic places like Glacier National Park and Flathead National Forest, and might be greeted by the mesmerizing dance of greens, pinks, and purples across the night sky.
Wisconsin
Wisconsin is undeniably one of the best places to see the Northern Lights in the U.S. Locations such as Rock Island State Park, Newport State Park, and Harrington Beach State Park are among the best places in the state for an unobstructed view of the celestial phenomenon.
North Dakota
North Dakota is a stargazing haven, where almost all parts of the state are perfectly suited for viewing celestial wonders year round. Even so, the experience will be more incredible if you get outside the city limits and surround yourself with more nature and less light pollution. Top destinations include Theodore Roosevelt National Park and Sully Creek State Park.
The Northern Lights are a rare, beautiful phenomenon that can be seen across various locations in the U.S., but the states mentioned above offer some of the best opportunities to witness this incredible natural light show.
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