Cosmic Crown

Corona Arch • Moab, Utah

This photograph captures the Milky Way rising behind Corona Arch, one of the most striking natural formations in the Moab desert. The graceful curve of the arch rises above the landscape like a massive sandstone crown, perfectly framing the glowing core of the galaxy. With a soft green shimmer of airglow along the horizon and layers of stars stretching across the sky, the scene feels both powerful and peaceful.

Corona Arch owes its existence to the geologic forces that shaped the region long before the desert formed. Ancient salt deposits from a long vanished inland sea shifted deep underground, creating fractures and weaknesses in the overlying rock. Over millions of years, natural erosion sculpted those weakened layers into the sweeping arch you see here. Standing beneath it at night creates a sense of awe that is difficult to describe. The scale of the formation, the quiet of the desert, and the brightness of the Milky Way come together in a moment that feels timeless.

This image is ideal for anyone who loves the unique landscapes of Moab, the beauty of natural arches, or the wonder of the night sky. It is a reminder of how ancient forces shaped the desert and how the sky above continues to inspire.

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