Meteor Streak Over Lassen's Autumn Forest Canopy
Monday, May 25th, 2026 at 4:05:12 AM · 2026/Mt Lassen Volcanic National Park
This stunning wide-angle astrophotography shot was captured at Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park in the early morning hours, looking upward through a clearing in the forest canopy. A bright meteor streak is clearly visible in the upper-left portion of the sky, cutting diagonally across the star-filled night. The trees framing the image — likely pines and oaks — glow in warm reddish-orange tones, likely lit by a distant light source or moonlight, creating a dramatic contrast against the deep blue-gray sky. A soft glow near the upper center suggests moonlight or possible light pollution on the horizon. The image evokes a profound sense of solitude, wonder, and the fleeting nature of celestial events.
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