I recently made my first trip to the Powell Observatory, in order to see Venus in Transit. While it wasn't super easy to find, it didn't take a lot to find it during the day. You do have to take a county road or two to get there, but it should be no problem...no traffic!
Everyone was very welcoming and more than happy to share their knowledge and their telescopes. The large observatory telescope wasn't in use today (probably too strong) but many members of the Astronomy Society had various scopes for viewing. Everyone was very down to earth and helpful. I love visiting a small town! My son has been at night, and said it's really cool there as well.
It's out in the country, so I'd recommend the short drive there versus the city ones, since it's much darker out there at night. It's a gorgeous drive on a summer/spring day, and today was wonderful, with the wheat fields all around, some cut, and some being cut. read more