Mountain Skies Observatory
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Mountain Skies Observatory is a privately owned astronomical observatory in Lyman, Wyoming, and one of the larger observatories in the surrounding region.
About Mountain Skies Observatory
The observatory is used frequently by the Bridger Valley Astronomical Society, serving as a hub for the local amateur astronomy community in southwestern Wyoming.
Location & getting there
Lyman sits in southwestern Wyoming, an area with the wide-open, low-light-pollution skies typical of the northern Rocky Mountain states, giving the observatory good conditions for both club nights and private use.
Visiting Mountain Skies Observatory
As a privately owned facility, visiting is best arranged through the Bridger Valley Astronomical Society rather than assumed to be open to the general public; check with the society for current events and access.
See your named star from here
Wyoming's dark rural skies are a great match for tracking down the precise coordinates of a symbolically named star. Name a star or explore the star catalogue to find one.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check the official website and Google Maps for current times before you travel.