Milky Way Arches Over Mount Lassen at Night
Monday, May 25th, 2026 at 8:27:12 AM · 2026/Mt Lassen Volcanic National Park
This stunning astrophotography shot captures the Milky Way galaxy arching dramatically across a deep blue-black night sky above Mount Lassen Volcanic National Park in Northern California. The volcanic peak of Mount Lassen is faintly visible on the right side of the frame, silhouetted against the star-filled sky. Dark conifer silhouettes frame the foreground, while a small body of water reflects warm artificial light from nearby vegetation, creating a striking contrast between the earthly and celestial. The Milky Way's galactic core is subtly visible in the upper-center to right portion of the frame, with thousands of individual stars scattered throughout. The wide-angle composition using the Canon RF 15-35mm f/2.8 L lens allows for an expansive, immersive view of the night sky.
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