The Cathedral Gorge State Park offers many weird and unique formations formed in soft bentonite clay and eroded over time highlight the Cathedral Gorge State Park. The park provides several trails that take you by cathedral-like spires. The park offers shaded picnic and camping areas and has running water, hot showers, flush toilets and electricity. The park is located just outside Panaca, Nevada - 25 miles north of Caliente on U.S. Highway #93.

In Caliente, several motels can be found; Caliente Hot Springs "Hot Tubs and Spas" - (775)-726-3777, Midway Motel - (775)-726-3199, Rainbow Canyon motel - ( 775 )726-3291, and the Shady Motel - (775)-726-3106 to name a few. Another couple of more motels are located in Pioche; Hartley Motel - (775)-962-5551 and Hutchings Motel - (775)-962-5404.

If you visit this site other than club outings, all camping is on a first-come, first-served basis. Fees are charged per vehicle and are payable in the campground. The campground has 22 developed sites, each with table, grill and shade ramada. Water and a flush restroom with showers are available.

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Remember when visiting Cathedral Gorge State Park, members may not be present due to changes in weather. Also remember this is a state park and you must abide by the park rules as other non astronomers will more than likely be present. Please don't use white lights, and use red lights sparingly. Make sure you drive slowly to avoid stirring up dust. Most of all come out and have fun with the other observers!

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