Meteor Streaks Over Lassen's Star-Filled Night Sky
Monday, May 25th, 2026 at 4:05:32 AM · 2026/Mt Lassen Volcanic National Park
This stunning wide-angle astrophotograph captures a meteor streak cutting diagonally across a deep blue-gray night sky above Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park. The foreground is framed by towering pine trees and autumn-hued foliage, illuminated in warm orange-red tones likely from a distant light source or campfire glow. Stars are scattered across the entire frame, with a subtle brightening near the upper portion suggesting moonlight or distant light pollution. The composition uses the tree canopies as a natural frame, drawing the eye upward toward the celestial display. The image conveys a profound sense of wilderness solitude and cosmic wonder.
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