Head into the darkness if you want the best chance to see the neon skies. Avoid as much light pollution as possible and find a clear view of the horizon facing north. Popular spots include dark sky territory like the Adirondacks and clear horizons like Lake Ontario or Northern New York bordering Lake Champlain.

Pro tips to shoot tonight’s Northern Lights on smartphones, manual and 360 cameras, with exact settings — plus what a G3 storm means and where to get the latest forecast.