Event Details (U.S. National Park Service)

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Special Event

Fee:

Free.

Location: LAT/LONG: 43.000000, -114.000000

RV and trailer parking is not available at the event. The event takes place at the Caves Area which is a 20 minute drive from the visitor center.

Dates & Times

Date:

Friday, June 16, 2023

Time:

9:45 PM

Duration:

1 hour and 45 minutes

Type of Event

Campfire/Evening Program

Talk

The event will take place Friday, June 16 and Saturday, June 17. The ranger program will begin at 9:45 pm with telescope viewing beginning around 10:45 pm.

Description

Join park rangers and volunteer astronomers Friday and Saturday night for a Craters of the Moon Star Party!

Experience the universe under the park's naturally dark skies. Meet at the Caves Area Parking Lot at 9:45 pm for a ranger program given by the Astro Ranger.

Telescope viewing will start around 10:45pm. Bring a jacket, a chair, water, and a red flashlight.

As the only national park unit named for a celestial body, it is fitting that there are many ways to enjoy the night sky at Craters of the Moon. The park has been recognized as an International Dark Sky Park since 2017 and has served as a stand-in for many planetary bodies. Tour the heavens above by taking part of Star Parties, ranger led programs, or by spending an evening of the campground.