Star Party at the Monument

Join members of the Astronomical Society of the Desert for fun “sky tours” and direct observations of the night sky through telescopes and binoculars.

This is a family event. Minors must be accompanied by parent or guardian. For more information call 760-862-9984.

Etiquette: please do not touch equipment unless requested. No white lights near telescope field.

NOTE: OVERCAST SKIES CANCELS THIS EVENT.

Registration begins 14 days prior to the event.

View map/UTM Coordinates for the Visitor Center: 33.67149, -116.40839

Hosted by the Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center. Co-sponsored by Friends of the Desert Mountains. Visit our website at

Host or Publisher Friends of the Desert Mountains