Milky Way Rises Over Lassen Volcanic Wilderness
Monday, May 25th, 2026 at 8:43:20 AM · 2026/Mt Lassen Volcanic National Park
This long-exposure astrophotography image reveals the sweeping band of the Milky Way galaxy arching across a dark, star-filled sky above Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park. Thousands of individual stars are visible against the deep black sky, with the diffuse glow of the galactic core creating a luminous cloud-like structure across the center of the frame. A faint meteor or satellite trail can be detected in the upper-center portion of the image, adding a dynamic element to the otherwise timeless scene. The image was captured with a Canon EOS R6 Mark II using a professional 24-70mm f/2.8 L lens, allowing for excellent low-light performance. The overall tonality is dark and subdued, suggesting minimal light pollution and an excellent dark sky site within the national park.
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