Total Lunar Eclipse

Location of Staunton River State Park in Virginia

Where

Staunton River State Park, 1170 Staunton Trail, Scottsburg, VA 24589.
Observation Field

When

March 3, 2026. 3:00 a.m. - 7:00 a.m.

A total lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes completely through the Earth's dark shadow, or umbra. During this type of eclipse, the Moon will gradually get darker and then take on a rusty or blood red color. The eclipse will be visible throughout most of eastern Asia, Australia, and Pacific Ocean, and North America. The total eclipse will be visible from the Observation Field in the park.

Penumbral eclipse will begin March 3 at 3:44 a.m.
Maximum eclipse occurs March 3 at 6:04 a.m.
Penumbral eclipse ends March 3 at 9:23 a.m. and will no longer be visible.

*This is a self-guided program and does not include ranger-led instruction.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 434-572-4623
Email Address: StauntonRiver@dcr.virginia.gov