The natural phenomenon is known as the firefall “due to its vibrant, incandescent color,” according to The Ansel Adams Gallery in Yosemite National Park.

7 AMAZING REASONS TO VISIT YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK Firefall happens at Horsetail Fall in February each year. Photo taken Feb. 5, 2025 shows the phenomenon. (@fisheye.lens/Instagram / FOX Weather) ...

The annual Horsetail Fall event at Yosemite National Park − also known as the "Firefall" - is back with people vying for the perfect spot in the central California park to see the iconic ...

The Firefall is only visible during the last two weeks of February. Even then, conditions have to be just right to witness this rarest of natural displays.

Thankfully, off-peak days and new experiences like the Yosemite Firefall Express continue to ensure that every hopeful visitor can enjoy the unique phenomenon, while also protecting Yosemite ...

First, storms need to deliver rain and mountain snow to the Yosemite area leading up to Feb. 21 to feed Horsetail Fall. In years of drought, the waterfall runs dry, and the firefall can't happen.

The annual Horsetail Fall event at Yosemite National Park − also known as the "Firefall"- is back with people vying for the perfect spot in the central California park to see the iconic ...