Moonlit Pines Under a Star-Scattered Sky
Monday, May 25th, 2026 at 3:57:23 AM · 2026/Mt Lassen Volcanic National Park
This long-exposure night photograph captures a sweeping view of the star-filled sky above Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park, taken in the early morning hours of May 25, 2026. The moon, partially obscured by pine trees in the lower right, casts a warm amber-orange glow on the surrounding foliage, creating a striking contrast against the deep blue-black of the night sky. Silhouetted and warmly lit trees frame the composition on all sides, giving a sense of being nestled within a forest clearing gazing upward. Dozens of stars are visible across the expansive sky, contributing to the peaceful, remote wilderness atmosphere. The image evokes a profound sense of solitude and wonder in a protected natural landscape far from urban light pollution.
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