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Mt Wilson
Edwin Hubble peered through Mt. Wilson's colossal 100-inch telescope and discovered our galaxy is one of many. You can still see the century-old instrument from a viewing window, explore the charming one-room museum, and peer through it yourself on ticketed nights.
Historic scientific landmark
World's largest rentable telescope
Serene mountain escape
Stargazing destination
Tips
📵download directions — you'll lose cell service on the drive up
🥾hiking trails crisscross the mountain
Mount Wilson Observatory
Mt WilsonOpens Friday at 10:00 AM










Edwin Hubble peered through Mt. Wilson's colossal 100-inch telescope and discovered our galaxy is one of many. You can still see the century-old instrument from a viewing window, explore the charming one-room museum, and peer through it yourself on ticketed nights.
Historic scientific landmark
World's largest rentable telescope
Serene mountain escape
Stargazing destination
Tips
📵download directions — you'll lose cell service on the drive up
🥾hiking trails crisscross the mountain