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The Site - Starfront Observatories

Dark skies made easy

Welcome to Starfront Observatories, the ultimate remote observatory experience crafted by astrophotographers, for astrophotographers!

Starfront observatories is located in the hill country of Central Texas, far from any major city lights. This location offers pristine views of the cosmos free from light pollution.

Despite being far from any major city, our site has amazingly fast and reliable internet, giving us plenty of room to grow and accommodate new individual and institutional customers.

Where is Starfront Observatories Located?

Located in Rockwood, Texas, under world-class Bortle 1 skies, Starfront Observatories offers a premier remote telescope hosting experience for astronomers, astrophotographers, and space enthusiasts of all telescope sizes and types.

Starfront is easily accessible and perfectly situated for optimal sky conditions

Why Choose us?

Starfront Observatories offers the best remote telescope imaging experience in the world.

Our on-site staff have installed and operated the entire spectrum of commercially available telescope equipment all over the world so your gear is in exceptionally good hands.

But our customer base, already the largest in the world, offer something truly unique and exceptional--a very active and welcoming community that is supportive of everyone of all skill levels and backgrounds in pursuing their astro journey!

Starfront Observatories carefully selected its site after exploring a variety of locations known for exceptional stargazing

Key Features of Starfront Observatories

Observing Conditions
Starfront Observatories is an excellent astronomical location. Our customers regularly record SQM measurements ranging from 21-22 mag/arcsec^2 at our site, making us a true dark sky location. Our site averages 240 clear nights per year, allowing you to do more astronomy than ever.
Remote Support
Starfront has an extremely knowledgeable on site team to support your telescope needs. From smart telescopes, to large pro-observatory class telescopes, we have seen and supported them all.
Community
Starfront observatories is home to the largest and most active community in the astronomy world. Every night at starfront is a virtual star party
Collaboration
At starfront, collaboration is our focus. Photographers at our observatory regularly work together to accomplish results that would be impossible alone. Anyone at starfront can collaborate, and every month the observatory hosts collective imaging projects.

Video Gallery

Watch videos that showcase the site, the construction of the observatories, and the activities at Starfront. Explore content from influencers, helpful information for new and prospective customers, and updates on ongoing projects.

We’re here to help you explore the possibilities.