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Aurora Destinations in United States
Kaktovik
Located in the heart of the auroral oval at 71.1° MLAT. One of the best locations in the USA for regular northern lights displays. Clear skies are the main limiting factor.
Barrow
Exceptional aurora viewing destination at 70.0° magnetic latitude. The low KP 0+ threshold means you'll see northern lights on most active nights with clear weather.
Nuiqsut
Located in the heart of the auroral oval at 70.0° MLAT. One of the best locations in the USA for regular northern lights displays. Clear skies are the main limiting factor.
Atqasuk
Prime aurora zone at 69.2° magnetic latitude. Northern lights visible most clear nights during active solar periods. Low KP threshold means frequent viewing opportunities.
Wainwright
Prime aurora zone at 69.0° magnetic latitude. Northern lights visible most clear nights during active solar periods. Low KP threshold means frequent viewing opportunities.
Anaktuvuk Pass
Prime aurora zone at 68.0° magnetic latitude. Northern lights visible most clear nights during active solar periods. Low KP threshold means frequent viewing opportunities.
Chalkyitsik
Exceptional aurora viewing destination at 67.9° magnetic latitude. The low KP 0+ threshold means you'll see northern lights on most active nights with clear weather.
Venetie
Exceptional aurora viewing destination at 67.8° magnetic latitude. The low KP 0+ threshold means you'll see northern lights on most active nights with clear weather.
Point Lay
Located in the heart of the auroral oval at 67.7° MLAT. One of the best locations in the USA for regular northern lights displays. Clear skies are the main limiting factor.
Fort Yukon
Located in the heart of the auroral oval at 67.6° MLAT. One of the best locations in the USA for regular northern lights displays. Clear skies are the main limiting factor.
Portage Creek
Located in the heart of the auroral oval at 67.3° MLAT. One of the best locations in the USA for regular northern lights displays. Clear skies are the main limiting factor.
Beaver
Exceptional aurora viewing destination at 67.1° magnetic latitude. The low KP 0+ threshold means you'll see northern lights on most active nights with clear weather.
Circle
Exceptional aurora viewing destination at 67.1° magnetic latitude. The low KP 0+ threshold means you'll see northern lights on most active nights with clear weather.
Bettles
Exceptional aurora viewing destination at 66.9° magnetic latitude. The low KP 1+ threshold means you'll see northern lights on most active nights with clear weather.
Eagle
Prime aurora zone at 66.6° magnetic latitude. Northern lights visible most clear nights during active solar periods. Low KP threshold means frequent viewing opportunities.
Stevens Village
Located in the heart of the auroral oval at 66.5° MLAT. One of the best locations in the USA for regular northern lights displays. Clear skies are the main limiting factor.
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Aurora Viewing Guide for United States
Geographic Advantages
- Average magnetic latitude: 56.8° (optimal aurora zone)
- Total coverage: 304 prime viewing locations
- Population centers: 0 total residents
- Light pollution: 0 low-pollution sites
Best Viewing Season
- Peak months: September through March
- Optimal Kp threshold: 1.0+ geomagnetic activity
- Dark sky window: 6-8 months (best from September to March)
- Weather considerations: Check cloud forecasts before travel
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