Bruneau Dunes State Park

10/30/2026

Hello Campers, Stargazers and Shoppers!
Just a reminder that Bruneau Dunes State Park will be hosting TWO special Observatory programs on November 6th and 7th, coinciding with Bruneau Cowboy Christmas (Nov 6th, 7th and 8th) just next door! Observatory programs start at 6 p.m. and park entrance fees are required.
Come visit the Christmas Bazaar, then stay for the program. We even have plenty of campsites available (with power!) so you can shop multiple days.
See the link below for camping reservations, and see the flyer below for Observatory program information.
Hope to see you here!

https://getoutside.idaho.gov/bruneau-dunes

10/24/2026

Early Christmas Shopping + Night Sky Viewing = The Perfect Weekend!🎄🔭❤️

We are excited to work with Bruneau Cowboy Christmas | Idaho Vendor Market to host a fun, weekend-long event for our community.

Join us from Nov. 6th- Nov. 8th to shop from over 200 vendors at Quey’s Farm. Then, pop over to our state park for our very merry observatory programs (all state park entrance & program fees apply).

View our flyer for more information and we hope to see you there!🌟🤠🎅

10/23/2026

We officially concluded our summer Observatory programs... but wait there’s more! Due to popular demand, we are bringing back our Winter Programming!❄️🌌

Our programs include astronomer-led presentations, viewings through our telescope, and an amazing opportunity to experience the wonders of night as we are a dedicated International Dark Sky Park!💫

Since these upcoming programs will occur during our off-season, public shows are only offered on Saturdays and are limited to the first 25 reservations per date.

See our attached flyer for more information and call us today at (208) 366- 7919 to secure your spot!🔭

10/21/2026

Greetings Fellow Stargazers!
Our winter program schedule is here! Check out the flyer for dates. Keep in mind that seating is limited and reservations are required.
We are also offering planetarium programs by reservation on Wednesdays and Thursdays, and Private Observatory programs on many Fridays.
Call us at 208-366-7919 for information and to make reservations!
Hope to see you here!

10/21/2026

Idaho's newest International Dark Sky Park offers stunning stargazing opportunities at night. Head to the link in the comments for more on this hidden gem. 🔗 Link in comments to find out more. ⬇️

10/14/2026

Hello Campers, Astronomers and shoppers!

This year we will be holding 2 special astronomy programs in November to coincide with Bruneau Cowboy Christmas!
If you've been to Cowboy Christmas then you already know how epic it is, and if you haven't been then you should!

We will be hosting programs on Nov 6th and 7th, and Bruneau Cowboy Christmas runs the 6th, 7th and 8th, just next door at Quey's Farm. Check them out at
https://bruneaucowboychristmas.com/

Campgrounds are open, and shows start at 6pm.
What a great opportunity for some Fall camping and holiday shopping!

Come for the shopping, stay for the stars!

Camping reservations can be made by calling 888-922-6743 or at https://parksandrecreation.idaho.gov/state-park/bruneau-dunes-state-park/

Hope to see you here!

09/30/2026

Come experience our PARK after DARK!🌌🪐

We still have three weekends (Fridays/Saturdays) for our peak season programs at our observatory!

🌟 October 2nd - 3rd (This Weekend!)
🌟 October 9th - 10th
🌟 October 16 - 17th

Each night, our programs start around sunset at 6:00 pm for solar viewings. We offer two presentations on astronomy at 8:00 pm and 8:30 pm, and end the night with telescope viewings from 8:30 to 11:00 pm.🌅🌙🔭

View more information on our attached flyer! We hope to see you soon.

09/26/2026

Happy National Public Lands Day!

09/22/2026

Happy Fall Equinox!💛

Autumn is a beautiful time to head outside. You may not think of sand dunes as a prime spot for fall foliage, but we get some gorgeous color around our lakes and in our shrubbery!

Additionally, as the days cool down, the sand is much more comfortable making sandboarding and hiking the dunes a great way to explore.

Best of all, our observatory programs and stargazing opportunities run through mid-October!🌠

Let us know in the comments if you plan to visit the park this season!🍂🥾

09/04/2026

Hello Campers and Stargazers!
Don't for get we are having an extra show this weekend on Sunday night! There are also plenty of campsites available if don't want to make the late night drive home.
See the link below for camping reservations and get a 25% discount!

Use codes “GoodbyeSummer” for camping, and “HelloFall” for lodging at getoutside.idaho.gov to enjoy this discount. 🍂

https://getoutside.idaho.gov/

Hello Stargazers!
Join us Labor Day Weekend (Sept. 4-6) for a bonus Sunday program (9/6)!
Hope to see you here!