Yosemite Firefall Returns

Yosemite firefall returns, stuns spectators. Brian Lada. Fri, February 7, 2025 at 558 PM UTC. 2 min read. Yosemite firefall returns, stuns spectators. 1 of 3.

The time is almost ripe for the magical, ephemeral and highly photogenic quotfirefallquot phenomenon that draws crowds of spectators to Yosemite Valley each chilly February. Firefall has come to

The annual Firefall from Horsetail Fall in Yosemite Valley glows after the sun has disappeared below the horizon. Three conditions need to be just right for the glow.

RELATED Yosemite's firefall returns to the National Park with new rules for visitors. The quotfirefallquot can happen anytime between mid-to-late February, when the setting sun hits Horsetail Fall at

The viral firefall returned as visitors traveled to Yosemite National Park to catch the annual and iconic effect at Horsetail Fall on Feb. 19.

'Firefall' returns to Yosemite in 2024 Here's how you can see 'fire' in the sky Hundreds of people flock to Yosemite Valley every year hoping to see a fire in the sky at Horsetail Fall, a seasonal waterfall that drops more than 2,000 feet down the eastern side of El Capitan during the winter and spring months.

For a few magical days each year, Yosemite's famous Firefall phenomenon returnsturning Horsetail Fall into a glowing stream of molten fire! This breathtaking event, caused by the perfect

The Yosemite Firefall typically happens during the last two weeks of February, depending on weather conditions and water flow. In 2025, prime viewing dates are expected from February 16th to February 23rd. However, plan for some flexibility, as clear skies and ample sunlight are essential for the phenomenon to appear in its full glory.

From its famous superblooms to bioluminescent waves, California's gorgeous landscapes are known to produce some dazzling natural phenomena.But one of the most fleeting and highly-anticipated is Yosemite's annual quotFirefall,quot when the setting sun shines on El Capitan's Horsetail Fall, resulting in a brilliant molten orange waterfall that looks like a 2,000-foot cascade of fire.

On a clear day, visitors at Yosemite National Park can once again catch a glimpse of the awe-inspiring quotFirefallquot effect. According to the National Park Service, Horsetail Fall can glow orange