Three Buttes observatory
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Three Buttes observatory is an astronomical observatory in Arizona, in the United States, in a region known for its clear desert skies.
About Three Buttes observatory
Public information about this facility's history and equipment is limited, though its location has been recorded for astronomers in the area.
Location & getting there
The observatory lies in Arizona's desert landscape, a part of the country prized by astronomers for dark, dry, and clear night skies.
Visiting Three Buttes observatory
As detailed visiting information isn't publicly available for this site, it's worth checking locally or searching online before planning a trip.
See your named star from here
Arizona's dark desert skies are well suited to finding a named star using its exact coordinates. Name a star of your own, or browse the star catalogue and our observatory finder to plan your viewing.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.
