Apache Point Observatory

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Apache Point Observatory

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OrganizationAstrophysical Research Consortium

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LocationSunspot, New Mexico, USA

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Sunspot, New Mexico - USA

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Coordinates{{coor dms|32|46|49|N|105|49|13|W|}}

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Altitude2,788 m (9,147 ft)

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Webpagehttp://www.apo.nmsu.edu/

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Telescopes

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Astrophysical Research Consortium telescope3.5 m reflector

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Sloan Digital Sky Survey telescope2.5 m reflector

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New Mexico State University telescope1 m reflector

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The Apache Point Observatory is located in the Sacramento Mountains in Sunspot, New Mexico (USA) 18 miles south of Cloudcroft. The observatory consists of the Astrophysical Research Consortium's 3.5-meter telescope, the Sloan Digital Sky Survey 2.5-m telescope with a 20" photometric telescope, and New Mexico State University's 1.0-m telescope. Access to the telescopes and buildings is restricted, but the public is welcomed to stroll the grounds.

Related Topics:
Sacramento Mountains - Sunspot - New Mexico - USA - Cloudcroft - Observatory - Astrophysical Research Consortium's - Telescope - Sloan Digital Sky Survey - Photometric telescope - New Mexico State University's

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As of 2004, the 3.5m telescope is being modified for the APOLLO lunar-ranging project.

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As of 2004 - APOLLO

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