· 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
Due to the overwhelming popularity of our new facility, we are transitioning to an appointment only system starting February 3rd
OCTOBER-MARCH
OPEN FRI-SUN | CLOSED MON-THU
* 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).
· 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:
- 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.
AUTUMN/WINTER SCHEDULE
Click HERE for Spring/Summer Schedule
Click HERE for Spring/Summer Schedule
OCTOBER-MARCH
OPEN FRI-SUN
CLOSED MON-THU
CLOSED MON-THU
*Visits are by appointment only via Eventbrite*
Use the links above to book your free reservation.
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).
· 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.
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.