Meteor Crater Arizona Papillon Nebula

This is a compilation of a photo I took standing at the edge of Arizona Meteor Crater and an open public photo taken by NASA of a Papillon Nebula in the Solar System Galaxy. The immense scale of this natural wonder crater is impossible to ignore. Carved into the high desert of northern Arizona, the massive impact crater stretches across the landscape as a powerful reminder of a meteorite collision that occurred thousands of years ago. The rugged desert terrain, layered rock formations, and sweeping views emphasize the raw force that shaped this iconic landmark. Surrounded by vast open skies and arid desert textures, the scene feels both ancient and humbling. Located just east of Winslow along historic Route 66, this geological marvel, also known as Barringer Crater, offers one of the best-preserved meteor impact sites on Earth. Capturing this view highlights the stark beauty of the Arizona desert and the timeless connection between Earth and the cosmos.

The landscape photo was taken by Jennifer White with Timeless Moments Photography and the cosmos storm and moon photos are open license images by NASA. All images are copyrighted © Timeless Moments Photography/Jennifer White. All rights reserved.