Hidden Valley Observatory Explained

Hidden Valley Observatory
Alt Names:HVO
Namedafter:Road on which built
Organization:Black Hills Astronomical Society
Location:Rapid City, South Dakota
Coords:44.1083°N -103.2975°W
Altitude:3571 (feet)
Obs-Time:Public summer star party dates listed on website
Telescope1 Name:Telescope
Telescope1 Type:12.5" Reflector
Telescope2 Name:Mount
Telescope2 Type:German Equatorial
Telescope3 Name:Telescope
Telescope3 Type:12" Reflector
Telescope4 Name:Mount
Telescope4 Type:Dobsonian AltAz

Hidden Valley Observatory is an astronomical observatory owned and operated by Black Hills Astronomical Society. Located just outside Rapid City, South Dakota (USA), the observatory sits on the edge of the Black Hills National Forest. The grounds include an outdoor classroom and observation field. The public is welcome on specific dates listed on the society's website.

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