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McDonald Observatory — Vaucher, Gail M. Tirrell.;Vaucher, Christopher A.;Walters, Donald L. / wikimedia (Public domain)

120

min visit

Photos of McDonald Observatory

McDonald Observatory — Vaucher, Gail M. Tirrell.;Vaucher, Christopher A.;Walters, Donald L. / wikimedia (Public domain)

McDonald Observatory — Sunkamaneevongse, Jessica / wikimedia (Public domain)

McDonald Observatory — Julian Dahl / pexels (Pexels License)

McDonald Observatory — Robin Heidrich / pexels (Pexels License)

Visiting McDonald Observatory: FAQs

How long does a visit to McDonald Observatory take?

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Plan for about 2 hours at McDonald Observatory.

When is the best time to visit McDonald Observatory?

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Late September through early November, when skies are clear, temperatures mild, and the Milky Way is prominent at reasonable evening hours.

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