Oct 16, 2024 · Each February, the Horsetail waterfall transforms into the Yosemite Firefall, Yosemite's sunlit spectacle - and hundreds of visitors gather to watch as the setting sun lights the Horsetail Fall's water a molten orange. Discover the Yosemite fire waterfall natural phenomenon with this 2024 guide.

The Yosemite Firefall was a summertime event that began in 1872 and continued for almost a century, in which burning hot embers were spilled from the top of Glacier Point in Yosemite National Park to the valley 3,000 feet (900 m) below. From a …

5 days ago · Yosemite National Park has specific rules for visitors hoping to see the firefall in 2025: Visitors cannot park, stop or unload passengers on Southside Drive. Viewers cannot stand near the river ...

Dec 13, 2022 · Here’s what you need to know regarding the park’s reservation requirements, what conditions are needed to see the full “firefall” effect, and the history of the original Yosemite Firefall and the connection to Horsetail Fall. 2025: Reservations are Required: February 8–9, February 15–17, and February 22–23.

Jan 21, 2025 · Yosemite National Park’s Firefall at Horsetail Fall is a natural phenomenon visible in winter. This viewing guide offers info & tips from my experiences, best dates & locations, reservation requirements, parking restrictions, California snowfall & more.

Nov 16, 2024 · In late February, the 'Firefall' can be seen flowing over the edge of El Capitan in Yosemite National Park. This natural phenomenon draws in visitors from all over who hope to witness the magic. In...

Jan 29, 2025 · Each February, nature delivers a showstopper at Yosemite National Park. Horsetail Fall transforms into a glowing, lava-like cascade, nicknamed the “firefall”, as the setting sun hits the waterfall just right, making it look as though …

The Yosemite Firefall was a captivating event in Yosemite National Park’s history that drew significant attention for nearly a century. It involved pushing burning embers from a bonfire over the edge of Glacier Point, creating the visual effect of a glowing waterfall of fire.

What is Yosemite firefall? The Yosemite firefall occurs on February evenings when light from the setting sun strikes Horsetail Fall at just the right angle, causing the waterfall to glow like a flame. It’s Yosemite National Park’s most stunning event, but it can be elusive.

Jan 21, 2025 · Here’s how to see Yosemite’s firefall at Horsetail Fall, a natural phenomenon that occurs each February in Yosemite National Park.