Meteor Streaks Over Mt. Lassen's Star-Filled Sky
Monday, May 25th, 2026 at 3:58:23 AM · 2026/Mt Lassen Volcanic National Park
A long-exposure night sky photograph captured at Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park shows a bright meteor trail blazing diagonally across the upper portion of the frame. The scene is framed by silhouetted pine and deciduous trees, their foliage warmly illuminated by a partially hidden moon glowing in the lower right behind the tree canopy. Thousands of stars are visible against the deep blue-black sky, testament to the dark skies of this remote national park. The warm amber tones of the moonlit trees contrast beautifully with the cool darkness of the night sky, creating a moody and atmospheric composition. The image was captured using a wide-angle lens at f/2.8, allowing sufficient light to reveal both the star field and the fleeting meteor streak.
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