The Observatory
“Join our mission to educate visitors about the dark skies of Central Oregon and the telescope that brings deep space to dazzling life.”
At the edge of Smith Rock’s cliffs and under one of Oregon’s clearest night skies, the Asterisk Observatory invites you to look up and linger. Here, every evening is a front-row seat to infinity—planets, nebulae, galaxies, and stories written in starlight.
We believe astronomy isn’t just science—it’s wonder, shared. Whether you’re a seasoned skywatcher or someone who’s never met a telescope up close, our guided experiences help you explore the heavens through a 17-inch PlaneWave telescope.
Our nights are simple: gather under the open sky, sip something warm, and travel light-years without leaving your seat. You’ll see the rings of Saturn, the glow of distant clusters, and maybe even a shooting star or two (we like to think the universe winks back).
Because here’s the truth—every star has a story, and every observer becomes part of it.
So come join us. Let your eyes adjust, your mind expand, and your imagination drift; after all, here at Asterisk, the sky isn’t the limit—it’s the beginning.