Mount Wilson Observatory
Located on Mount Wilson, a 5,710-foot peak in the San Gabriel Mountains near Pasadena, California, the Observatory was conceived and founded by George Ellery Hale in 1904. The home of some of the most important telescopes in the development of modern astronomy - including the two largest telescopes of their time - it is a site of significant ...
Visiting - Mount Wilson Observatory
Located on the summit of Mount Wilson above Pasadena at an altitude of 5715 feet, Mount Wilson Observatory is visible from much of the Los Angeles area. Free of charge, visitors can view the historic Hooker 100-inch telescope from the Visitors’ Gallery inside the dome.
Mount Wilson Observatory | Maps
Access to Mount Wilson is via the Angeles Crest Highway (CA Hwy 2) from the 210 Freeway at La Canada Flintridge. Directions given by apps on your phone can be incorrect. We recommend downloading and printing our PDF map with directions here.
Mount Wilson Observatory | Conditions
The following sites provide weather forecast and condition information and the status of county and state roads that provide access to Mount Wilson Observatory: Current Conditions (Frequently Updated) from CHARA Weather Stations; MWO National Weather Service Brief Forecast; MWO National Weather Service Detailed Forecast
Mount Wilson Observatory | Tours
Tours of Mount Wilson Observatory Weekend Public Tours Docent-led walking tours of the Observatory are available every Saturday and Sunday at 11:30AM & 1PM during the spring and summer.
Mount Wilson Observatory | Observing
Mount Wilson’s 60-inch telescope provides incredible views of some of the most beautiful objects in the night sky and is among the largest in the world accessible to public viewing. Click on 60-inch Telescope Brochure below for more details on this unique experience.
HPWREN tower cams - Mount Wilson Observatory
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Mount Wilson Observatory | 100-inch Telescope
Visitors will comply with all reasonable instructions of guides, docents and other personnel conducting visits and tours of the facilities on Mount Wilson. Visitor will also comply with all rules and regulations of the United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service.
Mount Wilson Observatory | Mount Wilson Museum
Built in 1936, he Mount Wilson Observatory Astronomical Museum features historical photographs taken by the Mount Wilson telescopes as well as photographic & documental histories of the Observatory and vignettes of current research programs.
Mount Wilson Observatory | Public Ticket Nights
The astronomical seeing on Mount Wilson is often exceptional. Don’t miss this opportunity to come up by yourself or with a few friends or family to explore space!