Fenton Hill Observatory, Research observatory in Jemez Mountains, United States.
The Los Alamos National Laboratory manages this 30-acre astronomical facility positioned at 8,700 feet elevation in the mountains of New Mexico.
The location initially served as a geothermal energy research site from 1974 to 1995 before transitioning into an astronomical research station.
The observatory contributes to scientific understanding through multiple telescopes that monitor and analyze gamma-ray bursts and cosmic events.
Located 35 miles west of Los Alamos, the facility maintains specialized equipment for detecting optical signals associated with gamma-ray transients.
The RAPTOR system at Fenton Hill incorporates six robotic telescopes that automatically track and monitor temporary astronomical phenomena.
Location: New Mexico
GPS coordinates: 35.88110,-106.67500
Latest update: April 9, 2025 20:36
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