How to find M108 using Ursa Major

This guide uses bright stars first, then narrows the field for a telescope or binocular finder. Use Ursa Major as the main sky landmark.

Follow the route from one recognizable star to the next until you reach M108.

M108 is 40° above the horizon toward the northeast.

Begin with Ursa Major, then follow the reference stars toward M108.

Ursa Major

Recognize the characteristic star pattern of Ursa Major before following the route.

Identify Merak in or near Ursa Major; the chart shows its position relative to the guide.

From Merak, move about 1.5° toward the southeast until you reach M108. This is the target field.