Star-Filled Night Sky Over Pine Forest
Monday, May 25th, 2026 at 4:10:32 AM · 2026/Mt Lassen Volcanic National Park
This long-exposure astrophotography image was captured at Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park in the early morning hours, looking nearly straight up through a canopy of ponderosa and Jeffrey pines. The trees frame the star-filled sky in a natural vignette, their warm amber and orange foliage illuminated by ambient moonlight or a distant light source. Hundreds of stars are visible across the deep blue-gray sky, with a subtle glow near the upper center suggesting moonlight just out of frame. The composition creates a dramatic sense of depth and scale, with the ancient trees standing as silent witnesses to the celestial display above.
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