Milky Way Over Mount Lassen Volcanic National Park
Monday, May 25th, 2026 at 9:16:50 AM · 2026/Mt Lassen Volcanic National Park
This long-exposure astrophotography image captures a vast, star-filled night sky above Mount Lassen Volcanic National Park in Northern California. The luminous band of the Milky Way galaxy arcs across the upper-center and right portion of the frame, its diffuse glow contrasting beautifully against the deep black of the surrounding sky. In the lower left, a diagonal streak — likely a satellite pass or meteor — adds a dynamic, fleeting element to the composition. The silhouette of tree branches intrudes from the upper right corner, grounding the cosmic scene in a terrestrial setting. The overall atmosphere is one of deep solitude, wonder, and the overwhelming scale of the universe.
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