23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
Twilight Glow on Seneca Lake

This beautiful photograph captures the tranquil harbor of Watkins Glen on Seneca Lake during the magical twilight hour. The pier, with its charming red building and docked sailboats, is illuminated by warm lights that cast long, shimmering reflections across the calm, deep blue water. The sky above transitions from a soft, warm glow at the horizon to a cool, velvety blue, creating a peaceful and picturesque evening scene.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 07.2024
Date Uploaded: 11.2025
Photo Location: None, United States of America
Camera: ILCE-7RM4
Copyright: © Viktoria Farkas