WEBJul 31, 2017 · Open 24 hours and boasting over 70,000 acres, you’ll easily find a private, intimate and dark place to take in all Perseid has to offer. A bit closer to home, 90 minutes west, you’ll find darkened skies at French Creek State Park. The park closes at sunset, but you can make reservations online for one of 200 campsites.