Timberline observatory

Timberline Observatory is an astronomical site in Iowa, in the American Midwest, known chiefly to fellow amateur astronomers through its dedicated clear-sky forecasting page.

About Timberline Observatory

Timberline Observatory appears in the Clear Sky Chart network, a forecasting resource built specifically for astronomers and covering thousands of observing locations. The chart for this site was created by Attilla Danko and has since been maintained by his family, giving stargazers a way to check cloud cover, transparency, and seeing conditions before heading out.

Location & getting there

The observatory lies in Iowa, part of the North America region, in a setting typical of the state's open, low-light countryside that supports amateur stargazing away from city glow.

Visiting Timberline Observatory

No public visiting hours or tour information are confirmed. Because it's tracked through an astronomer's forecasting tool rather than a public tourism listing, it appears to be a private or club observing site, so check locally before assuming access.

See your named star from here

Clear nights over Timberline Observatory are exactly the conditions a named star deserves. Choose a star-naming package for exact coordinates, or explore the catalogue to see stars already claimed by others.