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Community Observatory

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Planetariums
Opens at January 1-December 31 Friday-Saturday 21:00-23:00
Recommended sightseeing time:1-2 hours
Address:
6699 Campus Dr, Placerville, CA 95667, United StatesMap
Phone+1 530-622-7130
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  • SacramentoCalGal
    SacramentoCalGal
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    Not Much to See and Not Much to Hear

    First of all, it is a good location, very organized, and there are many docents. Everything is open-air and, of course, cool at night in April. There are three telescopes to look into, two are out...

    Reviewed on Apr 16, 2023
  • meredith_m1515
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    Cute and Quick

    Such a fun, quick activity to do with kids or a date. We were able to see Starlink Satellites, nearly 100 moving together. We also saw insane shooting stars and a peek of Saturn and its' rings! There ...

    Reviewed on Aug 14, 2022
  • Casey R
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    Wish I had known about this place long ago

    I'm totally charmed by the Community Observatory. This beautiful spot is a hidden gem ALL nearby should get to and enjoy. Free visits allow you to see the nearby planets and stars and the docents are ...

    Reviewed on Aug 19, 2019
  • TravelDeMistyFied
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    A gem!

    This is a wonderful opportunity! Go on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday evening for an awesome experience. Start outside while a docent points out the solar system with a high powered laser. You won't c...

    Reviewed on Nov 29, 2017
  • Tricia H
    Tricia H
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    WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!

    I had read about this on Trip Advisor, so while staying over in Placerville we ventured over to the college. First, to find, drive to the end of the road and turn left into the large parking lot. Th...

    Reviewed on Sep 12, 2017

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