Desert Moon Observatory

Desert Moon Observatory is an astronomical observatory in New Mexico, United States, listed among the many small observing sites scattered across the state's high desert.

About Desert Moon Observatory

Desert Moon Observatory sits at coordinates roughly 32.39° N, 106.72° W in southern New Mexico. Public information about its operator, history and instruments is limited, but its location places it in one of the darkest, driest regions of the American Southwest - terrain long favoured by both professional and amateur astronomers.

Location & getting there

The observatory is in the North America region on Star Register's map, in the New Mexico desert. Before planning a visit, check the observatory's own listings or local astronomy resources, since no public access details are currently available.

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