2024 Eclipse Viewing at Natural Bridge State Park
Where
Natural Bridge State Park, 6477 South Lee Highway, Natural Bridge, VA 24578.
Children's Discovery Area-Skyline Trail
When
April 8, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Come view the last solar eclipse in the continental US until 2044 at Natural Bridge State Park! 87% of the sun will be covered by the moon. A viewing party will take place at the Children's Discovery Area, with rangers providing details about the eclipse and doing crafts. The eclipse begins at 2:00 p.m. and will peak at 3:12 p.m. before ending at 4:00 p.m. Come for the whole time to see it in action; bring something comfortable to sit on and enjoy the show.
Safety first! Looking at the sun is dangerous. Come prepared with special eclipse viewing glasses or use a pinhole or box viewer to watch the eclipse's shadow. Can't find any glasses? Eclipse viewing glasses will be available for purchase ($1 plus tax) on site.
Park at the Skyline Trail trailhead to access the viewing party. Fees at the Skyline Trail trailhead will be waived. No pre-registration is necessary. For more information, call (540) 254-0795.
Want to learn more? Check out NASA's 2024 Eclipse website.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: $1.05 for solar eclipse glasses; no parking fees..
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-291-1326
Email Address: NaturalBridge@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
Astronomy/Stargazing | Kids/Family | Special Event
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