Goldendale Observatory State Park

Category: Observatory

Address: 1602 Observatory Dr, Goldendale, WA 98620, USA

Phone: +15097733141

Opening hours

Sunday: 3PM–12AM

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: Closed

Thursday: 3PM–12AM

Friday: 3PM–12AM

Saturday: 3PM–12AM

Reviews

Kyle Whalen

Jul 19, 2022

Very informative, really interesting place to visit, got to actually use the telescopes, kids loved it definitely check it out!

Kenny Chan

Jul 4, 2022

Very interesting place, friendly, and educational. Beautiful inside and outside. Go at night time between 9 to midnight is the best.

Cyndi Markle

Apr 30, 2022

Although we were there too early to go inside, we actually walked around the grounds. Very cool human sundial, paved walk way around the whole building. We will come back for sure to do the shows.

Alex T-J

Apr 6, 2022

I may be biased, cause I do love astronomy, but awesome place. The people running the place are knowledgeable and passionate about the topic and keeping that place going.

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Questions & Answers

How much does it cost to go inside the observatory

Mike Arnold | Aug 19, 2018
Aaron Johnson | Aug 19, 2018

Admission is Free. A Washington State Parks Discover Pass is required to park on-site, available for purchase online and at all WA State Parks, including the Observatory.​

Does it make any sense to visit the observatory in cloudy weather?

Marilyn Arthur | Aug 19, 2018
Forrest Koran | Aug 19, 2018

It wouldn't be the worst, the guy who runs it is entertaining and informative even if the weather's cloudy

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Visiting on a Sunday evening. Can a Discovery Pass be purchased on site? What is the cost? Is it best to schedule a visit?

Jackie Baugh | Jun 19, 2022
Jordan Pennington | Jun 19, 2022

There is a pay station to purchase a Discovery Pass.

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What are the hours

Gary Leiran | Aug 18, 2021
Melissa | Aug 18, 2021

When you make an appointment you can do the sun showing at 2 pm or the night show at 9 pm.

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Is the Observatory open now April 2021?

Elizabeth Peyrollaz | Aug 18, 2021
Goldendale Observatory State Park | Aug 18, 2021

COVID restrictions remain in effect. Starting April 24th 2021, Goldendale Observatory is reopening in limited capacity by appointment only. Please visit our website for more information and to request a visit. https://www.goldendaleobservatory.com/visit.html

Do you have a better viewing experience with a new moon vs a full moon with the telescope?

Winston Webb | Aug 18, 2020
Anita Moritz | Aug 18, 2020

Was only there during the daytime

Is this a good activity for an 11 year old that is interested in astronomy and space?

Kimberly Debar | Aug 18, 2020
Amber Skinner | Aug 18, 2020

Yes

Do you actually get to look through the telescope?

Nedual Yesdog | Aug 18, 2020
Totoro Lover | Aug 18, 2021

Yes you do. The guy that runs it will let anyone that would like to go up there and look in it. He also has another telescope outside that he aims towards Saturn and you can look at that one as well and it's so awesome.

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Is it closed at the moment?

Büşra Demirelişçi | Aug 18, 2020
Cynthia Linden | Aug 18, 2020

Yes

When does the observatory reopen?

Zod Walton | Aug 19, 2019
Ryan Skare | Aug 19, 2019

They are currently restoring and adding to the exiting telescope platform and will follow that work with an additional telescope. The first phase should be complete soon. I would be looking to late this year.

So its closed tell nest year? No exceptions? I have an 80 yr old goin in for heart surgey and this is on her bucket list.any suggestions?

Kim Juhnke | Aug 19, 2018
Goldendale Observatory State Park | Aug 19, 2018

Closed and being prepared for demolition, yes. We are performing observatory programs at the nearby Maryhill Stonehenge memorial until the new facility is completed in mid to late 2019. Please check our website for updates. Thanks for thinking of us.

Is it still open to the public? Or is it close for ever?

Jacob Sakraida | Aug 19, 2018
Goldendale Observatory State Park | Aug 19, 2018

Closed for demolition and construction. The Observatory will reopen in Summer 2019. Please check our website for information on our satellite campus at the Maryhill Stonehenge Memorial.

Is there a campground near the observatory?

AJ Wilkinson | Aug 19, 2018
Jerm Werty | Aug 19, 2018

Brooks Memorial State park is just up in the woods not too long of a drive.

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Is the smoke from the fires hindering viewing at all

Tim Connors | Aug 19, 2018
Doug Whatford | Aug 19, 2018

The wind is blowing away the smoke right now... enjoy

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