Desert Beaver Observatory

The Desert Beaver Observatory is an astronomical research facility located in the Arizona desert near Eloy at an elevation of about 261 meters (856 feet). The site contains telescopes and instruments used for observing celestial objects and conducting scientific investigations of the night sky.

This facility was established in 2000 and designated with code 919 by the International Astronomical Union. It marked the beginning of ongoing astronomical research activities in this part of Arizona.

The facility contributes to space education through regular astronomy programs, connecting local communities with scientific exploration and celestial phenomena understanding.

The site sits in the Arizona desert with a remote setting that provides dark skies suitable for nighttime observations. Since this is an active research facility, access may require advance arrangements or be limited to scheduled times.

A Canadian amateur astronomer discovered an asteroid from this site that was named after a Japanese diplomat. This discovery demonstrates the importance of research work carried out at this remote location.

Location: Eloy

Location: Arizona

Official opening: 2000

Elevation above the sea: 261 m

GPS coordinates: 32.74970,-111.68200

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:01