Stargazing · All year

Where to stay for stargazing near Highland Scenic Highway

The Highland Scenic Highway is a 43-mile National Forest Scenic Byway between Richwood and US 219 near Marlinton, including the 22-mile parkway section of WV 150. It climbs above 4,500 feet and has four developed overlooks, among them Big Spruce and Williams River. The WV 150 section is not maintained for winter travel and closes in heavy snow.

Nothing is listed near Highland Scenic Highway for stargazing yet. The National Radio Quiet Zone around Green Bank Observatory limits transmitters across Pocahontas County and the surrounding highlands, and Watoga State Park is certified as an International Dark Sky Park.

Where do you stay for stargazing near Highland Scenic Highway?

Stargazing near Highland Scenic Highway runs all year. Nothing is listed in Highland Scenic Highway itself yet — the nearby towns below are the closest beds.

Best time of year
All year

Nothing listed yet

No places near here are listed for stargazing yet.

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What people ask

When can you go stargazing near Highland Scenic Highway?
The season near Highland Scenic Highway runs all year. The National Radio Quiet Zone around Green Bank Observatory limits transmitters across Pocahontas County and the surrounding highlands, and Watoga State Park is certified as an International Dark Sky Park.
Where should I stay for stargazing near Highland Scenic Highway?
There is nothing listed near Highland Scenic Highway yet. Travelers generally base themselves in Marlinton or Richwood instead.
What is the best month for stargazing near Highland Scenic Highway?
The main season runs all year. Outside that window conditions become unreliable and some access points close.