Milky Way Rises Over Mount Lassen at Night
Monday, May 25th, 2026 at 8:26:12 AM · 2026/Mt Lassen Volcanic National Park
This long-exposure astrophotography image captures the Milky Way galaxy arching dramatically across the night sky above Mount Lassen Volcanic National Park in Northern California. The snow-capped volcanic peak of Lassen Peak is visible in the lower right, silhouetted against the faint glow of the horizon. Conifer trees frame the lower left of the frame, illuminated by a warm artificial light source, while a calm body of water reflects the scene below. The galactic core is subtly visible as a denser band of stars cutting through the center of the frame, and a faint satellite trail can be detected crossing the upper middle portion of the sky. The overall mood is deeply contemplative and awe-inspiring, balancing the ancient landscape with the infinite cosmos above.
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