Star Party, Rimrock Ranch

Fall is prime time for hiking in Central Oregon! Photo: Steve Pedersen.
Fall is prime time for hiking in Central Oregon! Photo: Steve Pedersen.

Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Jim Hammond for an exploration of the summer night sky at privately-owned, Land Trust protected, Rimrock Ranch. Jim and friends will set up powerful telescopes and help you identify constellations, planets, and far-away galaxies. Explore astronomy and get a rare chance to enjoy the dark skies of this privately-owned ranch. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event.

  • Outing Details + Route

    Hike Rating: This is an outing with minimal walking.

    Route: The star party will occur adjacent to the parking area in a grassy meadow. Terrain will be uneven at times.

    Elevation gain/loss: There is no elevation gain/loss for this outing.

  • What to Bring

    Flashlight/Headlamp, warm clothes, blankets or camp chairs, snacks, water, sturdy hiking shoes. Dress for the weather.

  • About the Property

    Rimrock Ranch is a privately-owned 1,120 acre ranch near Sisters. The Deschutes Land Trust worked with its owners to protect its outstanding fish and wildlife habitat, pine forests and productive ranchland. Rimrock Ranch contains roughly 1.5 miles of Whychus Creek, juniper forests, native grasslands and is home to a host of wildlife species.