Stars Over Lassen: Night Sky Through Pine Canopy
Monday, May 25th, 2026 at 4:01:32 AM · 2026/Mt Lassen Volcanic National Park
This long-exposure night photograph was taken looking upward through a canopy of trees at Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park, capturing a star-filled sky framed by silhouetted and artificially illuminated tree crowns. The trees on the right side of the frame are bathed in a striking red/orange light, likely from a nearby campfire or red flashlight, creating a dramatic contrast against the deep blue night sky. A faint satellite trail is visible near the upper left corner, adding a dynamic element to the composition. The sky itself shows hundreds of stars and a soft glow near the upper right, possibly moonlight or light pollution from a distant source. The wide-angle lens creates an expansive, immersive view of the forest and sky, conveying a profound sense of solitude and cosmic wonder.
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