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Getting to L&A Dark Sky Viewing Area
Prepare for an amazing view!
L&A County Dark Sky Viewing Area is a great spot for stargazing, astrophotography or deep sky observations with your telescope! Located less than an hour away from the 401, north of Greater Napanee at 7980 County Road 41 in Erinsville.
Directions from Highway 401
Take Exit 579 (Napanee, Kaladar), then head NORTH along County Road 41 for 37 kilometres. You will pass through the communities of Selby, Roblin and Erinsville. The L&A Dark Sky Viewing Area will be on your LEFT, just before the entrance to the Sheffield Conservation Area.
Directions from Highway 7
Upon reaching Kaladar, head SOUTH at the intersection of County Road 41 and Highway 7. Follow County Road 41 for 11 kilometres. The L&A Dark Sky Viewing Area will be on your RIGHT, just past the entrance to the Sheffield Conservation Area.

Fun Facts
- Free admission
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Contact Details
L&A Dark Sky Viewing Area
Located at 7980 County Road 41, Erinsville, ON.
(37 kilometres north of Napanee)
Follow the road signs.
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It’s absolutely amazing!!! I was there yesterday and I swear my heart almost stopped beating from how magnificent and phenomenal the view is!!
- Bonbon MK
Sneak Peak of L&A Dark Sky Viewing Area

Dark Sky Events
- We host events between May and September, come out to learn more about the night sky.

Learn About
- Get tips to optimize your viewing and learn how the L&A Dark Sky Viewing Area came to be.
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