Kendra Meadows

Review of UCO/Lick Observatory

This drive definitely isn t for the faint of heart...

This drive definitely isn t for the faint of heart! Super winding roads with really steep inclines at times, and it does get a bit treacherous towards the end. The drive is beautiful (if you are able to look away for one second), and the views from the observatory parking lot are great. The observatory itself is interesting (probably more so if you re an astronomy fan), but we didn t spend more than about 30 minutes browsing the information on the inside. There is a pretty courtyard and some other outdoor areas, so it d be nice to pack a picnic to have when you reach the observatory. Otherwise, there are only a couple basic vending machines for food up there.