Starting June 26 2025 and until Sept 4 2025, the Big Bear Solar Observatory will be offering tours in a limited capacity. Tours will be on June 26, July 10, July 24, Aug 7, Aug 21, and Sept 4. Please note that the tour is not recommended for children under age of 5.
Tours will start at 2pm and last for one hour. Tours are FREE but donations are strongly encouraged.
To reserve your tour you may use online form, contact the office at 909-866-5791x210, or email at | ![]() |
Big Bear Solar Observatory is owned and operated by the New Jersey Institute of Technology, since 1997, and as such it is private property. We have partnered with the Big Bear Valley Astronomical Society to provide docent tour guides and have now begun scheduling tours for the public.