Night time images in Kentucky can be beautiful, surreal, and sometimes spooky, depending on the background. There is no shortage of amazing photographers who manage to capture unique or unusual photo opportunities, and for that we are grateful. One moment in time is seldom like another, so click those images when the time feels right. That seems to be exactly what these photographers did.

Here are 12 amazing nighttime photographs in Kentucky:

12. Twilight in Frankfort via Joe B. Wood.
Joe Wood
A foggy perspective giving a serene look as the swing sways in the distance.
11. The spirit of KY via Janet McClanahan.
Janet McClanahan
The horse grazing during the last glimmers of sunlight seems to capture the unbridled spirit of our state.
10. The skies at night in Lewisport via Eugene Robbins.
Eugene Robbins
Mr. Robbins always seems to find the right moment to capture breathtaking images at dusk or dawn.
9. The moon in Radcliffe via L. Lambert.
L. Lambert
A moonbow peeks out of the clouds on this dark night.
8. Sportsman Lake in Larue Co. via Cindy Milby
Cindy Milby
That moment when dusk allows a vision of the sky to stare back at itself.
7. October sunset on the Ohio via C.J. Phillips.
CJ Phillips
The Ohio splashes against the bank at dusk.

Related Stories

Escape To The Countryside When You Stay At This Rural Airbnb In Kentucky

Escape To The Countryside When You Stay At This Rural Airbnb In Kentucky

 This Is The Most Kentucky Sound You'll Ever Hear, And We Can't Stop Listening To It

This Is The Most Kentucky Sound You'll Ever Hear, And We Can't Stop Listening To It

 Take A Drive To The Country To Dine At This Exceptional Rural Restaurant In Kentucky

Take A Drive To The Country To Dine At This Exceptional Rural Restaurant In Kentucky
6. Neon lights of Louisville via Tammy Ransdell.
Tammy Ransdell
This is a perfect view of the vivid colors around Riverfront Park along the Ohio. That bright green is actually grass.
5. Birds at rest in Dexter via Brent Elkins.
Brent Elkins
The birds bedding down in this lonely tree at dusk offer a serene view.
4. Louisville at night from an IN perspective via C.J. Phillips.
CJ Phillips
The city lights of the Louisville nightlife light up the night sky in a rainbow of color.
3. Crescent Moon in Frankfort via Julie Irvin Widener.
Julie Irvin Widener
The crescent moon sparkles in the sky like a lonely star in the deep blue of the night.
2. A serene view of Lewis County via Danny Chatman.
Danny Chatman
The pink, orange and pale yellow glow in the distance soften the dark tree line.
1. Blood Moon near Horse Cave via L. Rainey.
L. Rainey
The vivid color of the Blood Moon contrast against the blackened sky. A perfect moon for the upcoming holiday.

There are so many amazing perspectives that can be seen on a Kentucky night, there might have to be a part two. Many of these serene images were submitted by readers that truly love our state. That love shows in the photos and just adds to the ambiance created. There is nothing like relaxing under the moonlight on a warm Kentucky evening or watching as our surroundings flow into night mode. Which of the above images is your favorite?

Please feel free to submit images via comment or submit-ky@onlyinyourstate.com. Good quality images taken and submitted by readers for use in future articles are always appreciated.

OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

Related Articles