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· AUTUMN/WINTER SCHEDULE ·​​
Click HERE for Spring/Summer Schedule

*IMPORTANT VISITING POLICY UPDATE*
Due to the overwhelming popularity of our new facility, we are transitioning to an appointment only system starting February 3rd
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OCTOBER-MARCH
OPEN FRI-SUN​ | CLOSED MON-THU
SOLAR PROGRAM:
EVENING PROGRAM​:
2-4pm
7-10pm
* Visits are by appointment only via Eventbrite *
Use the links above to book your free reservation.

 · KNOW BEFORE YOU GO ·   ​

· Admission is Free during regular schedule. A WA State Parks Discover Pass is required to park on-site and is available for purchase at the facility; $10 day-pass, $30 annual.
· Facility capacity and resources are limited; attendance and telescope observation may be unavailable to latecomers and programs will not restart. First Come, First Served.
· Presentations consist of indoor and outdoor activities. Please bring warm clothes.
· ​Be sure to check the weather & moon and special events pages when making plans.
· ​Camping and overnight parking are never permitted and the grounds do not remain open after visiting hours. Please consider local parks and lodging.
· Animals, including pets and emotional support companions, are not permitted; 
trained service animals are permitted upon satisfactory clarification as per State and Federal regulations (check the FAQ page for additional info).

· DIRECTIONS TO OBSERVATORY ·

​
​1602 Observatory Dr.

Goldendale, WA 98620 United States of America
Elevation: 2100  feet
Latitude:   
45 degrees 50 min 20.1 sec  
North
Longitude:   
120 degrees 48 min 49.8 sec  
West​
​​From US-97:
  1. Once within Goldendale city limits, turn onto East Broadway St / Rt 142
    (Look for the 76 Station)  
  2. Proceed for 1 mile into town.
  3. At flashing traffic signal, turn right onto N Columbus Ave.
  4. ​Proceed North for half mile.
  5. Follow Observatory signage and keep right onto Observatory Drive.  
  6. Observatory is at top of hill. Stay on Paved Road.
AUTUMN/WINTER SCHEDULE
Click HERE for Spring/Summer Schedule

OCTOBER-MARCH

OPEN FRI-SUN
​
CLOSED MON-THU
SOLAR SHOW: 2-4pm
​EVENING SHOW: 7-10pm
*Visits are by appointment only via Eventbrite*
Use the links above to book your free reservation.

· KNOW BEFORE YOU GO ·​

· Admission is Free during regular schedule. A WA State Parks Discover Pass is required to park on-site and is available for purchase at the facility; $10 day-pass, $30 annual.
· Facility capacity and resources are limited; attendance and telescope observation may be unavailable to latecomers and programs will not restart. First Come, First Served.
· Presentations consist of indoor and outdoor activities. Please bring warm clothes.
· ​Be sure to check the weather & moon and special events pages when making plans.
· ​Camping and overnight parking are never permitted and the grounds do not remain open after visiting hours. Please consider local parks and lodging.
· Animals, including pets and emotional support companions, are not permitted; 
trained service animals are permitted upon satisfactory clarification as per State and Federal regulations (check the FAQ page for additional info).

· DRIVING DIRECTIONS ·

1602 Observatory Dr.
Goldendale, WA  98620  USA

​​​From US-97:

· Once within Goldendale city limits, turn onto East Broadway St / Rt 142
(Look for the 76 Station)  
· Proceed for 1 mile into town.
· At flashing traffic signal, turn right onto N Columbus Ave.
· Proceed North for half mile.
· Follow Observatory signage and keep right onto Observatory Drive.  
· ​Observatory is at top of hill. Stay on Paved Road.
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  • Visit
  • Special Events
  • Weather & Moon
  • Gallery
  • FAQ
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • The Shows
    • Facility Upgrade
    • DONATE
  • Contact