The Table Mountain Star Party

(as seen from space on July 25, 1998)

 

Located on Table Mountain (Elevation 6357' or 1,937.6m) about 20 miles (32 km) Northwest of Ellensburg, Washington, which is at exit 106 on I- 90 near the center of the state of Washington, USA

 

Latitude 47 - 15" 06" 

Longitude 120 - 34' 39"

(These coordinates are for the approximate center of the telescope field)

For those looking for more specific reading to enter into their GPS telescope you are advised to check some of the mapping websites on the internet.

 

As for accuracy of coordinates, the following conditions apply:

1. Stuff Shack is located at 47 - 15' 10" N by 120 - 34' 38" W

2. Latitude changes ~17" between Stuff Shack and the permanent outhouse on road to Lion Rock.

3. Longitude changes ~8" between Stuff Shack and the Astro Photographers area at South end of telescope field.

Clear Sky Chart for Table Mountain Star Party Site

Click on Data Box above for more sky prediction info.....Use "Back" button to return.....

The roadway to Table Mountain is paved to within three miles of the star party site, and is gravel for the remainder of the distance.  The paved road is, at times, steep and always narrow (only one lane, with turn outs for passing) so caution and careful driving is necessary. Use special care if driving an RV, motor-home or pulling a trailer. Those in route to the 1998 star party found that due to very hot weather, many vehicles developed vapor lock problems.  Be certain that your transportation is in good working order to help minimize those problems.  When leaving, be sure to use the lowest gear in your vehicle and use your brakes as little as possible to avoid overheating and loss of brakes.