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North Frontenac Dark Sky Preserve

North Frontenac is home to the Dark Sky Preserve, which is one of the best places for stargazing in Ontario. On August 3rd of 2013 the Township of North Frontenac became the first municipality in Canada to receive Dark Sky Preserve status from the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada. 

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The observation pad is a public space with amenities, including parking, accessible washrooms and electrical service. Anyone can setup their telescope and enjoy the darkest skies in southern Ontario. Additionally, there are frequent organized events, where amateur astronomers are available to provide context and assist in viewing the skies. 

 

Photo taken by Yining Wang.

 

Location

The North Frontenac Dark Sky Preserve is adjacent to the helipad at 5816 Road 506. It is located about thirty minutes away from Bon Echo Park, and about a twenty minute drive off Highway 41 in Cloyne.

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Learn more by visiting the North Frontenac Township's Dark Sky webpage. Visit their Facebook page for updates on events taking place. 

Photo by Ram Ramaiyah.

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