The Firefall typically occurs from mid to late February, beginning 5 to 15 minutes before sunset. The best viewing spots include: El Capitan Picnic Area – The most popular and accessible location.

See the "Firefall" at El Capitan The yearly event happens around this time of year and 2025 was not the exception, videos from El Capitan show Horsetail Fall glowing.

See the "Firefall" at El Capitan The yearly event happens around this time of year and 2025 was not the exception, videos from El Capitan show Horsetail Fall glowing.

You can visit Horsetail Fall this weekend, Feb. 22 and 23, to get a last look at Firefall. This lava-like visual is only seen when the conditions are perfect, and the sunset aligns with the ...

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 ...

One of nature’s most breathtaking spectacles is back—Yosemite’s Firefall! For just a few days each year, the setting sun perfectly aligns with Horsetail Fall, making it glow like a river of ...

Breathtaking 'Firefall' effect returns to Yosemite. What to know before you visit ... Updated: 10:26 PM PST Feb 17, 2025 Editorial Standards ⓘ Lindsay Weber ...

The mountainside of Yosemite National Park appeared to catch fire as the annual viral firefall ignited in one of California's most popular tourist destinations. Photographers from around the world ...

Visitors from Ireland interested in viewing the annual Firefall read an informational post located near Yosemite Lodge in Yosemite Valley Friday, Feb 9, 2024 in Yosemite National Park.

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.

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