Perseid Meteor Shower Viewing Event

Location of Seven Bends State Park in Virginia

Where

Seven Bends State Park, 2111 South Hollingsworth Road, Woodstock, VA 22664.
Hollingsworth Access - Entrance Sign - 2111 S Hollingsworth Rd

When

Aug. 11, 2024 10:00 p.m. - Aug. 12, 2024 2:00 a.m.

Sky watchers have recorded up to 90 meteors per hour during the Perseid meteor shower, making it the largest meteor shower of 2024. Come explore the park's shadowy side with rangers in an attempt to spot some meteors. Visit the table between 10 p.m. and midnight to find out more about light pollution and how you might improve the view of these amazing sky marvels from your home. After registering, you will receive an email with further information.

Please register here.

Photo by Bob Edmonds on April 22, 2018

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-630-4718
Email Address: sevenbends@dcr.virginia.gov