Welcome to Mayo Dark Sky Park

Where the darkest skies reveal the brightest stars

Mayo is now home to Ireland’s first International Dark Sky Park, showcasing some of the darkest, most pristine skies in the world.

Nestled between the remote Nephin Mountain Range and the unspoiled Atlantic coastline, the Dark Sky Park extends across an area of 150km2. Its borders encompass the lands of Wild Nephin National Park.

There’s so much you can discover by looking up at the night skies. On a clear night here in Mayo, you can see thousands of twinkling stars, along with other planets in our solar system, The Milky Way and even meteor showers all with the naked eye.

We have committed to keeping the skies above us naturally dark for present and future generations to enjoy these wonders of the night sky.

Join us and discover the beauty of your Dark Skies.

Please note Camping and Campfires in the Dark Sky Park are not permitted at this time.  Please refer to the National Park's policy here.