Capturing Yosemite's gorgeous — and elusive — natural 'firefall' Photographer Evan Russel and fine artist James McGrew set out to capture an elusive natural phenomenon. But as they discovered ...

Nature can be pretty lit. A breathtaking “firefall” illuminated Yosemite National Park Wednesday when the sunset light on a waterfall made it appear like a trickle of a flame. The rare natural ...

Yosemite National Park's famous Firefall will alight in mid-February, but visitors need to plan now if they want a front row seat.

Visiting Yosemite National Park firefall at Horsetail Fall on El Capitan in February 2025? Your guide to reservations, parking and photos.

Horsetail Fall, where Firefall occurs each year, is only active during the winter months when there is runoff from melting snow, according to the Yosemite Conservancy.

Firefall at Yosemite: Reservations are required in 2023. Pictured is the Yosemite Firefall at Horsetail Fall on February 24, 2021 in Yosemite, California. (AaronP/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images/Getty Image) ...

On a clear day, visitors at Yosemite National Park can once again catch a glimpse of the awe-inspiring "Firefall" effect.

There’s a special reason to visit Yosemite in mid-to late February. That’s because the sunset can lead to a “firefall” effect on Horsetail Fall if conditions are right.

When and how to see 'Firefall' at Yosemite in 2023 This year, the dazzling Firefall event at Yosemite National Park will run through the end of February.

Visiting Yosemite National Park firefall at Horsetail Fall on El Capitan in February 2025? Your guide to reservations, parking and photos.