Last updated: October 10, 2024
Thing to Do
Night Sky Telescope Program
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Be sure to always check the Calendar or stop by the Visitor Center to find the programs that will be available during your visit.
Night sky telescope programs are generally offered on Fridays and Saturdays from Memorial Day through Labor Day starting at 9:30 p.m. at the Visitor Center. Reservations are required to attend the program and can be made at the Visitor Center on the day of the event starting at 8:15 a.m.
Experience the dark sky of Bryce Canyon with our telescopes! Rangers will guide you on your magical adventure through the celestial ceiling of our amphitheaters of hoodoos. Learn about the science and cultural history of this International Dark Sky Park.
Want to stargaze on your own? If you didn't get a reservation there are many ways to enjoy the Bryce Canyon night sky on your own! Visit our Stargazing page for more information.
Night sky telescope programs are generally offered on Fridays and Saturdays from Memorial Day through Labor Day starting at 9:30 p.m. at the Visitor Center. Reservations are required to attend the program and can be made at the Visitor Center on the day of the event starting at 8:15 a.m.
Experience the dark sky of Bryce Canyon with our telescopes! Rangers will guide you on your magical adventure through the celestial ceiling of our amphitheaters of hoodoos. Learn about the science and cultural history of this International Dark Sky Park.
Want to stargaze on your own? If you didn't get a reservation there are many ways to enjoy the Bryce Canyon night sky on your own! Visit our Stargazing page for more information.
Details
Duration
60-75 Minutes
Programs generally last 1.5 hours. Inclement weather or overcast skies might cancel this event.
Activity
Guided Tours
Pets Allowed
No
Activity Fee
No
The event is free with park admission but reservations via lottery are required.
Lottery drawing the day of the event. Sign up in the Visitor Center starting at 8:00 a.m.
Lottery drawing the day of the event. Sign up in the Visitor Center starting at 8:00 a.m.
Location
Bryce Canyon Visitor Center
Reservations are required to attend the program and can be made at the Visitor Center on the day of the event starting at 8:15 a.m.
Reservations
Yes
Reservations via lottery are required.
Lottery drawing the day of the event. Sign up in the Visitor Center starting at 8:00 a.m.
Lottery drawing the day of the event. Sign up in the Visitor Center starting at 8:00 a.m.
Season
Summer
Time of Day
Night
Program time TBD.
Accessibility Information
ADA Accessible.