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> where the fact that you are connecting to a Tor node is extremely obvious
Yes, additionally, it has been concluded that it is impossible to hide the usage of Tor from the ISP, VPNs do not help. The usage of Tor is obvious.
> but don't want you to use a VPN
If you can't use Tor safely, it would be unlikely that you can use a VPN safely either.
> That may give you privacy, but it hardly seems like it makes you anonymous.
What makes you say that? There are millions of Tor users connected at any time, if you believe the number of users is an issue. I suggest you read more about Tor on their website - https://torproject.org
> Rather, wouldn't that send up a giant beacon for anyone at your ISP who cares to look at connections they (or the authorities) might want to pay more attention to?
No, I don't believe so granted that you live in a western democracy.