This Open-Air Observatory Is The Best Way To Stargaze In Arizona
By Katie Lawrence|Published January 04, 2021
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Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and began writing for OnlyInYourState in 2015.
Today, Katie writes, edits, and performs several other tasks for OnlyInYourState and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on with a hot cup of coffee, practicing yoga, baking, or exploring the beautiful Lone Star State (in particular, the vast and mystical West Texas desert).
From the discovery of Pluto to the largest telescope in the world, Arizona is no stranger to astronomical genius. A more recent achievement is the Giovale Open Deck Observatory at Lowell Observatory, which offers an outdoor stargazing experience that’ll forever change how you see the cosmos.
Known as the place where Pluto was discovered in 1930, Lowell Observatory has once again revolutionized the act of observing the cosmos.
You'll find the observatory on West Mars Hill Road in Flagstaff.
Having recently opened, the Giovale Open Deck Observatory provides a socially-distanced stargazing experience perfect for anyone who loves the night sky.
There's also a webcam that updates every couple of minutes. So many options!
Visit the observation deck website to learn more, or click here for the Lowell Observatory Facebook page.
Have you visited the Giovale Open Deck Observatory? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience. Let us know your thoughts in the comments section! For more on the largest collection of telescopes on earth hiding right here in Arizona, check out our previous article.
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