Starlit Sky Over Mount Lassen's Ancient Pines
Monday, May 25th, 2026 at 4:13:32 AM · 2026/Mt Lassen Volcanic National Park
This long-exposure night sky photograph was taken at Mount Lassen Volcanic National Park in the early morning hours, capturing a wide canopy of stars visible between the silhouetted crowns of pine and deciduous trees. The upper right corner shows a subtle glow, likely from moonlight partially obscured by clouds or tree cover, while the lower right features a tree dramatically lit in deep red-orange tones, suggesting a nearby artificial light source such as a campfire or red-filtered lamp. The image was shot with a Canon EOS R6 Mark II and the RF 15-35mm f/2.8 L IS USM lens, giving a wide-angle perspective that emphasizes the vastness of the night sky. The atmosphere is deeply tranquil and slightly mysterious, with the warm-toned foliage contrasting beautifully against the cool blue-black sky. A faint meteor or satellite trail may be visible near the lower-left tree line.
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