Explore Top U.S. Northern Lights Hotspots for the Week Ahead
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Anchorage, Alaska
Anchorage offers frequent Northern Lights displays, especially during the fall and winter months. The city’s relatively low light pollution makes it an excellent spot for viewing.
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Fairbanks, Alaska
Known for its prime location within the auroral oval, Fairbanks is one of the best places in the U.S. to see the Northern Lights.
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Denali National Park, Alaska
This remote park provides stunning views of the Northern Lights away from city lights.
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Barrow (Utqiaġvik), Alaska
As the northernmost city in the U.S., Barrow offers a prime vantage point for the Northern Lights.
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Minneapolis, Minnesota
While not as reliable as Alaska, Minneapolis can experience Northern Lights during strong solar storms.
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Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Located in northwestern Minnesota, Detroit Lakes offers a better chance of seeing the Northern Lights during periods of high solar activity.
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Northern Michigan (e.g., Traverse City, Marquette)
Northern Michigan occasionally experiences Northern Lights displays, particularly during strong geomagnetic storms.