Tonight's Supermoon Is the Largest and Brightest of 2025-and It's the Closest the Moon Has Come to Earth This Year

"For the best moon gazing, head to one of America's top Dark Sky parks, protected areas with exceptionally low light pollution, where the night sky is the perfect backdrop for a star show. From the Appalachian Mountains to wide Texas plains, these top Dark Sky sanctuaries offer some of the clearest views in the country, according to research shared with Travel + Leisure from Inghams Walking, a travel company specializing in outdoor adventures."

"This year's Beaver Moon will make its starry night debut this week as the biggest and brightest golden-hued supermoon of the year. To catch the dazzling sight, gaze up at the night sky starting Tuesday, Nov. 4, to witness the closest the moon will be to Earth this year, according to The Old Farmer's Almanac. The moon will actually reach its peak illumination at 8:19 a.m. ET on Nov. 5, but will be below the horizon then"

The Beaver Moon will be the largest and brightest golden-hued supermoon of the year, reaching its closest approach to Earth beginning Nov. 4. Peak illumination occurs at 8:19 a.m. ET on Nov. 5, but the moon will be below the horizon then, so evenings of Nov. 4 and 5 provide the best viewing. The supermoon will appear up to 16 percent brighter and 7 percent larger than usual and will not appear as large and bright again until Nov. 24, 2026. November’s name reflects beavers beginning to shelter in their lodges. Several U.S. Dark Sky parks offer premier viewing locations.

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