Dark Sky star party at Chuchupate.  Weather permitting.  Free and open to the public.  

Dark sky star party on Saturday June 28th at Chuchupate.  Weather permitting!

Elevation is over 5400 feet.  There are vault toilets (bring toilet paper), and no running water.  Bring your own drinks, snacks, or meals. Cell phone service is spotty. 

If you don't have a telescope, other members are always willing to share. 

Directions:  From the Antelope Valley,  Take CA-138 (Ave D) west to Interstate 5.  Take I-5 North to the Frazier Mountain Road exit. Go west, passing Frazier Park, until you come to a 4 way stop with a flashing red light. Continue straight ahead for several more miles until you come to Lockwood Valley Road.  Turn LEFT. (There's a pizza place on the corner)  Continue for about 3 miles until you see a small sign "Chuchupate Ranger Station", turn LEFT (Frazier Mountain Rd/Forest Rte BN04) . The speed limit on this road is 20 mph. Drive through the Ranger Camp, for about 1/8 mile until you see a sign "Trail Head" and make a right turn into the parking lot. There are no fees or passes required to use the parking area.  If you arrive at the Chuchupate Campgrounds, you have gone too far!