Milky Way Rises Over Mount Lassen at Midnight
Monday, May 25th, 2026 at 8:13:04 AM · 2026/Mt Lassen Volcanic National Park
This stunning astrophotography shot captures the Milky Way galaxy rising above Mount Lassen (Lassen Peak) in Lassen Volcanic National Park, California. A calm lake sits in the foreground, partially reflecting the dark treeline, while a snow-dusted volcanic peak anchors the left-center of the frame. Dense conifer and mixed forest frame the right side of the image, with ambient light gently illuminating the foliage in warm amber tones, likely from a distant light source or a photographer's light. The galactic core is visible as a luminous, dusty band cutting through the star-filled sky, creating a dramatic and humbling sense of cosmic scale. The long-exposure technique has rendered the stars with exceptional clarity against the deep blue-black sky.
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