Meteor Streak Over Pine Trees at Mount Lassen
Monday, May 25th, 2026 at 4:12:52 AM · 2026/Mt Lassen Volcanic National Park
This long-exposure astrophotography image captures a stunning night sky scene at Mount Lassen Volcanic National Park, with a thin meteor trail slicing diagonally through the left portion of the frame. The silhouettes of pine and conifer trees frame the edges of the composition, creating a natural border around the expansive starfield above. A subtle glow in the upper right corner suggests either moonlight or distant light pollution partially illuminating the scene, while hundreds of stars are visible throughout the deep blue-gray sky. The trees are faintly lit from below, likely by ambient moonlight or a distant artificial light source, giving them a warm golden-green hue that contrasts beautifully with the cool night sky. The overall composition evokes a deep sense of wilderness solitude and cosmic wonder.
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