Night Sky Viewing (Peaks of Otter - Milepost 86)
Blue Ridge Parkway · North Carolina
Photo: NPS Photo
Next time
Saturday, Oct 17 · 7:00 PM
Local time at the park
About this program
Explore the night sky and the nocturnal life that basks in it! Join a Ranger to view celestial objects in the night sky at Peaks of Otter. Participants will have the opportunity to view the night sky through a provided telescope and complete an optional Junior Night Explorer program.
Telescope usage is weather dependant and unobstructed views of the sky are not guaranteed. A headlamp or flashlight is recommended. Be prepared for walking in the dark.
All NPS Blue Ridge Parkway programs are free and open to anyone. All ages welcome.
- Where to meet
- Meet outside behind the Peaks of Otter Lodge (85554 Blue Ridge Parkway, Bedford, VA 24523) by the lake.
- Good to know
- Drop in anytime during this period.
From the National Park Service.
Upcoming dates
- Saturday, Oct 177:00 PM
Schedule from the Blue Ridge Parkway, checked daily. Programs can change, so check before you go.
At the park that day
Sunset
6:40 PM
Saturday
- ClosedForest Service Road 125 (Skyline Drive) Closure through December -James River and Warm Springs RDUSFS · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest · 11 mi away
- LiftedLifted: Mount Rogers National Recreation Area Current Road ConditionsUSFS · George Washington and Jefferson National Forest · 11 mi away
Stay the night
Make a day of it
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