Salt Lake Astronomical Society
Stansbury Park Observatory Complex
Exploring the cosmos through advanced astronomical observation
The Stansbury Park Observatory Complex consists of the Harmons Observatory, Donna Pease Wiggins Refractor House, and the Kolob Building and is located in Stansbury Park, Utah. The complex is often referred to by its initials, SPOC.
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Grim Telescope
Part of the Harmons Observatory featuring advanced imaging capabilities for deep-sky observation.
Ealing Telescope
A 40 cm (16") Ealing Classical Cassegrain telescope with CCD imaging capabilities, perfect for detailed astronomical photography.
Bogdan Telescope
Located in the Refractor House, this 200 mm (7.9") Brandt refractor offers exceptional clarity for planetary and lunar observation.
Clements Telescope
Housed in the Kolob Building, the 1.8 meter Clements reflector telescope is thought to be the largest amateur-made optical telescope on Earth that is regularly available for use by the public.
The Harmons Observatory boasts a 40 cm (16") Ealing Classical Cassegrain telescope with CCD imaging capabilities and an 81 cm (32") computer-controlled (Go-To) reflector telescope.