Moonlit Starry Night Over Lassen's Volcanic Forest
Monday, May 25th, 2026 at 3:57:43 AM · 2026/Mt Lassen Volcanic National Park
This wide-angle astrophotography shot captures a breathtaking night sky over Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park in northern California. The dark, star-filled sky dominates the frame, with hundreds of faint stars visible against the deep blue-black expanse. A crescent or partially illuminated moon glows softly behind the silhouetted pine and deciduous trees in the lower right, casting a warm amber light on the foliage. The trees frame the composition naturally from all corners, creating a natural window into the cosmos above. The image evokes a profound sense of solitude and wonder in the wilderness.
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