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Waltonfields Observatory

United States · North America
✦ 38.8409, -84.5636

Satellite imagery: Esri, Maxar, Earthstar Geographics

About this observatory

Waltonfields Observatory is an astronomical site near Walton, Kentucky, in the United States, registered as part of the international minor-planet observation network.

About Waltonfields Observatory

The observatory carries the Minor Planet Center observation code H65, given to sites that submit positional data on asteroids and other small solar-system bodies. That designation places Waltonfields among the many modest, dedicated sites feeding data into the wider tracking effort.

Location & getting there

The site sits near Walton, Kentucky, in the North America region, within the state's rolling countryside south of Cincinnati.

Visiting Waltonfields Observatory

No public visiting hours or tour information are published for this observatory. If you are interested in a visit, check with local astronomy clubs or search online for current details before travelling.

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Opening hours

Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.

Frequently asked questions
It is located near Walton, Kentucky, United States.
No public visiting information is published, so check locally before planning a trip.
It holds Minor Planet Center code H65 and reports positional data on minor planets.
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