Hidden Valley Observatory

Summary

Hidden Valley Observatory is an astronomical observatory owned and operated by Black Hills Astronomical Society. Located just outside Rapid City, South Dakota (USA), the observatory sits on the edge of the Black Hills National Forest. The grounds include an outdoor classroom and observation field. The public is welcome on specific dates listed on the society's website.

Hidden Valley Observatory
Alternative namesHVO
Named afterRoad on which built
OrganizationBlack Hills Astronomical Society
LocationRapid City, South Dakota
Coordinates44°06′30″N 103°17′51″W / 44.10833°N 103.29750°W / 44.10833; -103.29750
Altitude3571 (feet)
Observing timePublic summer star party dates listed on website
EstablishedSeptember 1965 (1965-09)
Websitesdbhas.org
Telescopes
Telescope12.5" Reflector
MountGerman Equatorial
Telescope12" Reflector
MountDobsonian AltAz
Hidden Valley Observatory is located in the United States
Hidden Valley Observatory
Location of Hidden Valley Observatory

See also edit

References edit

  • "Member Homepage". George Gladfelter, President. Retrieved November 23, 2011.

External links edit

  • Hidden Valley Observatory Clear Sky Clock Forecasts of observing conditions.