Adventure:
Join us for a night of exploration in the Oregon Outback. Our stargazing adventure will take us to Fort Rock, an ancient volcanic tuff ring that rises out of the flatness of the high desert. Each evening will be a different and unique experience! With some evening’s, we will arrive just as the sun is setting to the west, taking in the last of the day’s light before we begin our night of celestial wonder. While other evenings will focus on immersing ourselves in the darkest of skies! You can find the unique details for each date below! Naturalist Guided Experience:
The tuff ring of Ft. Rock’s pinnacles rise above an ancient ocean bed and much like the geologic history of other Central Oregon formations such as Smith Rock, the area’s geology can be traced back to volcanic activity. It is an area that is locally referred to as the Sagebrush Ocean, a stunning piece of America’s landscape filled with raptors, coyotes and cowboys. The area is also home to some of the oldest evidence of human civilization in North America. Fort Rock is an absolutely incredible stargazing destination, lying just north of the newly designated Oregon Outback Dark Sky Sanctuary. The Oregon Outback as a whole, is the largest contiguous dark sky shed in the United States, boasting some of the best stargazing in the entire world.
Details:
$130 per person
Dates & Tour Time:
Sat, May 24th | 7:00pm - 12:00am
Sat, June 21st | 7:15pm - 12:15am (Summer Solstice!)
Fri, July 18th | 7:15pm - 12:15am (Accessible tour w/ AdvenChair!)
Sat, Sept 20th | 7:15pm - 12:15am
Sat, Oct 18th | 4:45pm - 9:45pm (book here for October)
You can find unique details for each date below!
Transportation: Departing from our office
INCLUDES
Professional naturalist guide & award-winning interpretation
Adventure: Inspiring sunset hike and stargazing within one of Oregon’s most spectacular volcanic tuff rings
Drinks & Dessert: Hot cocoa & a local treat from Sparrow Bakery.
Transportation: Departing from our office
PLEASE BRING
Jacket/ layers for variable weather, hat, sunglasses
Temps will drop when the sun goes down!
Water or snacks if desired
Camp chair or blanket (for stargazing)
Weather & Visibility: We are fortunate to be on the dry side of the Cascades, getting over 300 days of clear skies and sunshine per year. With that said, this tour will run regardless of rain or cloudy skies. You can learn more about our weather policy here.
Tour Minimums: The minimum total number of guests for this tour is 8. We will reach out 2 weeks prior to the tour date if we do not have 8 guests signed up.
You can find all of our Dark Sky & Stargazing focused Special Events and Daily Tours here!
Accessibility: If you are interested in joining the tour but have mobility challenges, please call our office and inquire about the use of an AdvenChair. You can learn more about the AdvenChair and specific tours tailored for accessibility here.
What to expect for each date
Saturday, May 24th: Our Memorial Day weekend adventure to Fort Rock will have us arriving at the stunning volcanic tuff ring just as the sun is setting to the west! We will enjoy a scenic sunset hike as the the light slowly fades beyond the horizon and we transition from day to night and begin our exploration into the twinkling heavens above!
Saturday, June 21st: THE SUMMER SOLSTICE!!! Celebrate the finale of the longest day of the year in an ocean of sagebrush, watching the sun go down before ushering in an incredible evening of stargazing!
Saturday, September 20th: This event is for the most serious (perhaps nerdy!) of stargazers!! To maximize our time under the darkest of skies, we will forego the sunset hike and instead arrive to Fort Rock near twilight’s end, giving us just enough time to take in Fort Rock’s stunning silhouette as our eyes adjust for night! With the moon both below the horizon and in a total new phase, the night sky will be primed for celestial magic!
Join us for a night of exploration in the Oregon Outback. Our stargazing adventure will take us to Fort Rock, an ancient volcanic tuff ring that rises out of the flatness of the high desert. Each evening will be a different and unique experience! With some evening’s, we will arrive just as the sun is setting to the west, taking in the last of the day’s light before we begin our night of celestial wonder. While other evenings will focus on immersing ourselves in the darkest of skies! You can find the unique details for each date below! Naturalist Guided Experience:
The tuff ring of Ft. Rock’s pinnacles rise above an ancient ocean bed and much like the geologic history of other Central Oregon formations such as Smith Rock, the area’s geology can be traced back to volcanic activity. It is an area that is locally referred to as the Sagebrush Ocean, a stunning piece of America’s landscape filled with raptors, coyotes and cowboys. The area is also home to some of the oldest evidence of human civilization in North America. Fort Rock is an absolutely incredible stargazing destination, lying just north of the newly designated Oregon Outback Dark Sky Sanctuary. The Oregon Outback as a whole, is the largest contiguous dark sky shed in the United States, boasting some of the best stargazing in the entire world.
Details:
$130 per person
Dates & Tour Time:
Sat, May 24th | 7:00pm - 12:00am
Sat, June 21st | 7:15pm - 12:15am (Summer Solstice!)
Fri, July 18th | 7:15pm - 12:15am (Accessible tour w/ AdvenChair!)
Sat, Sept 20th | 7:15pm - 12:15am
Sat, Oct 18th | 4:45pm - 9:45pm (book here for October)
You can find unique details for each date below!
Transportation: Departing from our office
INCLUDES
Professional naturalist guide & award-winning interpretation
Adventure: Inspiring sunset hike and stargazing within one of Oregon’s most spectacular volcanic tuff rings
Drinks & Dessert: Hot cocoa & a local treat from Sparrow Bakery.
Transportation: Departing from our office
PLEASE BRING
Jacket/ layers for variable weather, hat, sunglasses
Temps will drop when the sun goes down!
Water or snacks if desired
Camp chair or blanket (for stargazing)
Weather & Visibility: We are fortunate to be on the dry side of the Cascades, getting over 300 days of clear skies and sunshine per year. With that said, this tour will run regardless of rain or cloudy skies. You can learn more about our weather policy here.
Tour Minimums: The minimum total number of guests for this tour is 8. We will reach out 2 weeks prior to the tour date if we do not have 8 guests signed up.
You can find all of our Dark Sky & Stargazing focused Special Events and Daily Tours here!
Accessibility: If you are interested in joining the tour but have mobility challenges, please call our office and inquire about the use of an AdvenChair. You can learn more about the AdvenChair and specific tours tailored for accessibility here.
What to expect for each date
Saturday, May 24th: Our Memorial Day weekend adventure to Fort Rock will have us arriving at the stunning volcanic tuff ring just as the sun is setting to the west! We will enjoy a scenic sunset hike as the the light slowly fades beyond the horizon and we transition from day to night and begin our exploration into the twinkling heavens above!
Saturday, June 21st: THE SUMMER SOLSTICE!!! Celebrate the finale of the longest day of the year in an ocean of sagebrush, watching the sun go down before ushering in an incredible evening of stargazing!
Saturday, September 20th: This event is for the most serious (perhaps nerdy!) of stargazers!! To maximize our time under the darkest of skies, we will forego the sunset hike and instead arrive to Fort Rock near twilight’s end, giving us just enough time to take in Fort Rock’s stunning silhouette as our eyes adjust for night! With the moon both below the horizon and in a total new phase, the night sky will be primed for celestial magic!
Date
October 18, 2025
Time
04:45 PM - 09:45 PM
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