Animas, New Mexico · True Bortle 1
Telescope hosting under genuinely dark skies
286 clear nights per year. Fast on-site technical support, usually the same day. Enterprise-grade reliability, run by imagers who answer their own phone.
What's holding back your astrophotography?
Ready for results your backyard can't deliver?
Find your perfect remote imaging solution.
Crushed by light pollution?
Unlock the clarity you've been missing. Move your rig to genuine Bortle 1 skies: improve your signal-to-noise ratio, integrate more hours, and capture deep-sky data you simply can't get at home. Don't be limited by narrow-band imaging.
High-end gear that deserves better?
Let your equipment reach its true potential. Enjoy expert install, seamless 10Micron integration, and unguided workflows under pristine skies, with support from fellow enthusiasts who know your hardware inside out.
Frustrated by unresponsive support?
Image every clear night, with help when you need it. Get reliable uptime, proactive support, and fast answers from the owners, not an online forum or Discord channel. Track live conditions and uptime logs, and see what real transparency looks like.
Educator or researcher?
Bring the universe to your classroom or research program. Remote hosting at DSPR gives educators and students direct access to professional-grade sky conditions and reliable data for projects, lessons, and discovery. Multi-pier discounts are available on request.
Commercial & enterprise needs?
Enterprise-grade hosting for mission-critical projects. Multi-year SLAs, custom onboarding, and seamless integration with your workflows, suited to aerospace, defense, and advanced industry.
Every major brand, hosted
We host rigs from Celestron, Sky-Watcher, ZWO, Pegasus Astro, Software Bisque, Astro-Physics, 10Micron, and more. If you run it at home, we can run it here.
The site
DSPR is the ideal place for astrophotography and research
* Low precipitation; mostly brief rain during monsoon; rare snow.
How much imaging time could Bortle 1 skies save you?
Discover how dramatically dark skies accelerate your results. Enter your typical integration time and your local Bortle rating to see the equivalent time under true Bortle 1 conditions at DSP Remote. Most imagers more than double their output after switching.
A better way to image
Remote hosting built for you
At DSP Remote, we believe every astronomer, researcher, and educator deserves more than just a spot to park their gear. They deserve the best skies, real reliability, and support from people who care. That's why DSPR was built in the darkest part of New Mexico, under genuine Bortle 1 conditions with over 286 clear nights each year.
Our facility combines the best of both worlds: classic low-density buildings for personalized service, plus a new high-capacity observatory with 12–16 new piers. This expansion lets us offer flexible, tiered pricing, giving you more choice, greater value, and the ability to match your needs and budget. Unlike "big box" hosting sites packed with dozens of rigs, or boutique hosts priced out of reach, DSPR provides high-end conditions at a cost that fits both serious hobbyists and advanced imagers.
Choose the setup style that fits you
If you want a hands-off experience, let us handle everything with our professional install service. We'll unpack, assemble, cable, align, and test your rig so you're ready to image as soon as the skies clear. Prefer to do it yourself? Ship your equipment or travel to the site and enjoy our free on-site clubhouse while you configure, test, and fine-tune your own setup.
Infrastructure that stays up
Our robust Starlink-powered internet uses a quad satellite configuration, expandable to eight as demand grows, providing reliable connectivity and fast data access. Automated roof controls, site monitoring, and transparent status reports keep your gear protected and your imaging on track.
Getting started is simple
Choose your path
- 1. Reserve your spot. Select the hosting plan and pier that fits your needs, and contact us directly to check availability and scheduling.
- 2. Choose your setup style. Professional install: ship your equipment and let us handle every detail, from unpacking and assembly to cabling, alignment, and test images. Or DSPR assisted setup: travel to the site, bring or ship your gear, and stay in our free on-site bunkhouse while you configure and test everything yourself.
- 3. Ready for first light. Once your equipment is installed, aligned, and tested, whether by us or by you, you'll be imaging under some of the darkest skies in the country, often within just a few days of gear arrival.
- 4. Image remotely, download anywhere. Control your telescope from anywhere, schedule sessions, and access your data at your convenience with our fast, reliable Starlink internet.
- 5. Ongoing support when you need it. Reach out anytime for help or troubleshooting. Our owner-run team is just a message or call away, and we pride ourselves on quick, knowledgeable responses.
Facility highlights
No matter your experience level, we support you at every step
From first contact to first light, and beyond.
True Bortle 1 skies
Ultra-dark, scientifically verified site.
Flexible, tiered pricing
Find the right plan for your rig and budget.
Concierge or DIY setup
Full-service install or hands-on configuration, with a free on-site bunkhouse for visiting imagers.
Quad-Starlink internet
Four-dish array for fast, reliable connectivity, expandable as bandwidth needs grow.
Automated roofs & monitoring
Weather-protected, ASCOM-compatible, with live status reporting.
Exclusive 10Micron integration
Special rates and expert support for 10Micron owners.
Shot from our piers
What members are capturing here
Every one of these was taken by a DSP Remote member, on their own rig, under our skies — and nominated by the AstroBin community.
The facility
A look around the site
Classic low-density buildings for personalised service, plus a new high-capacity observatory. Members are welcome to visit, and to stay in the on-site clubhouse while they set up.
From the DSPR community
“Ed and Chris are fantastic. Very responsive, attentive and experienced. I am glad I could have my equipment installed remotely without having to travel, but also that visiting my equipment is an option. The facilities are great and the level of control, monitoring and integration are excellent.”
“The technical staff at DSP Remote are top-notch and very responsive to client issues. It was impractical for me to deliver my kit personally, so I shipped it and they set it up perfectly. Later my aging mount developed issues and they recommended a replacement better suited to robotic operation. They swapped it out and had me running without the loss of any dark sky imaging time.”
“Absolutely outstanding! Remote hosting at DSP Remote is extremely reliable, incredibly user-friendly, under some of the best skies in the country. The team is responsive, knowledgeable, and always ready to assist when a problem arises. Highly recommended!”
“I’ve been at DSP Remote for near three years now, hosting my RC 12 and Tak FSQ-85 combo. The installation was painless and the folks there have been extremely helpful and courteous. Hosting complex equipment hundreds of miles from home needs on-site attention from time to time, and every time I’ve needed help it was delivered quite promptly.”
“I installed my rig at DSPR about 15 months ago. It was my first time trying remote imaging and it was a huge success — six months later I brought another system. The team onsite is extremely knowledgeable across a wide range of equipment and brands. And of course, the dark skies in the desert are breathtaking. I secretly look for a reason to visit DSPR again and again.”
“The site offers unparalleled clarity with minimal atmospheric interference, perfect for deep-sky astrophotography. The infrastructure is top-notch and the technical support team is knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely passionate about astronomy. DSPR has truly elevated my astrophotography experience.”
“The crew at DSP provide quick and responsive service and were there when I needed them during the installation process. And the skies are even better!”
“Wow! Dark skies make all the difference! My images are limited only by my lack of PixInsight skills. The technical support at DSP-R is excellent and they will assist you with equipment and processing issues alike. My images have progressed by leaps and bounds since placing my 6-inch refractor at DSP-R.”
“I cannot say enough great things about DSP Remote and the site in New Mexico. The skies are as dark as it gets, the infrastructure is rock solid, and Ed is genuinely great to work with — supportive, responsive, and hands-on when needed. If you’re looking for a remote hosting solution that actually delivers on its promises, DSP Remote is worth a serious look.”