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Things to see in Green Bank (United States): 7 places and when to go
Green Bank is a town in United States, and this site lists 7 places in and around it, mainly Stargazing (3), History (2), Nature (2). The best known are Green Bank Telescope, Green Bank Observatory and Monongahela National Forest. The best time to come is April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 14 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 20. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 38.4395, -79.8381
- Places
- 7 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Stargazing (3) · History (2) · Nature (2) · Wildlife (1) · Mountains (1) · Hiking (1)
- Best time
- April to October.
- Also possible
- November to March.
- Nearest airport
- EWR Newark, 547 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Bald Knob, at 1,476 m.
What to see in Green Bank
The places in and around Green Bank, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Green Bank TelescopeRadio telescope718 m
- Green Bank ObservatoryAstronomical observatory in Green Bank, West Virginia, United States3 m
- Monongahela National ForestNational forest in West Virginia, United States11 km
- Bald KnobHighest summit of Back Allegheny Mountain in Pocahontas County, West Virginia8.2 km
- Reber Radio TelescopeHistoric radio telescope in Green Bank, West Virginia, United States2.1 km
- Allegheny Mountain TrailHiking8.5 km
- Snowshoe MountainSki resort15 km
When to go to Green Bank
The best time to visit Green Bank is April to October; also possible: November to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:36
- FebPossible10:34
- MarPossible11:42
- AprBest time13:00
- MayBest time14:05
- JunBest time14:40
- JulBest time14:26
- AugBest time13:30
- SepBest time12:14
- OctBest time10:58
- NovPossible9:52
- DecPossible9:20
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 20. In April, 5 of the 7 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Green Bank
The nearest main airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR, Newark), 547 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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- Rockbridge Baths6 places74 km
- Staunton8 places74 km
- White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia13 places83 km
- Harrisonburg, Virginia10 places84 km
- Natural Bridge5 places94 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Green Bank?
The best known: Green Bank Telescope, Green Bank Observatory, Monongahela National Forest, Bald Knob, Reber Radio Telescope. In all, 7 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Green Bank?
April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 14 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 20.
How do you get to Green Bank?
The nearest main airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 547 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Green Bank as the destination and these 7 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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