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Lluvia de meteoros de las Perseidas

Ubicación del Parque Estatal Staunton River en Virginia

Dónde

Parque Estatal Staunton River, 1170 Staunton Trail, Scottsburg, VA 24589.
Campo de observación

Cuando

17de julio , 2026 12:00 a.m. - 24de agosto , 2026 11:00 p.m.

The Perseids meteor shower is one of the best meteor showers to observe, producing up to 60 meteors per hour at its peak. It is produced by the comet Swift-Tuttle, which was discovered in 1862. The shower runs annually from July 17th to August 24th. It peaks in 2026 on the night of the 12th and morning of the 13th. It is famous for producing a large number of bright meteors. This will be an excellent year to view the Perseids because there will be no moonlight to interfere with the show. The best viewing will be from a dark location after midnight. Meteors will radiate from the constellation Perseus but can appear anywhere in the sky.

Guests are welcome to gather on the Observation Field during this event and watch for meteors. We recommend chairs or blankets for stargazing during this event because of the wide-open space. Telescopes and binoculars are not necessary. Parking is available in the Visitor Center parking lot, and the restrooms will be open. This is a self-guided program and does not include ranger-led instruction.

lluvia de meteoros

Otros detalles

Se aplica una tarifa estándar de estacionamiento o admisión: Sí.
Cargo extra: No.
Inscripción obligatoria: No.
Los niños son bienvenidos: Sí.
Teléfono: 434-572-4623
Dirección de correo electrónico: StauntonRiver@dcr.virginia.gov