Thousands flock to Yosemite National Park in mid-February to see a natural phenomenon nicknamed "the firefall." It's a bit of a misnomer (read on), but that doesn't diminish anyone's desire to ...

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.

Keep reading to learn more about the annual phenomenon that is Yosemite Firefall, as well as the history of a separate, human-made firefall off of Glacier Point that took place decades ago inside ...

Weather-Fox. Yosemite’s Firefall is Back! Most Breathtaking Natural Light Show! Posted: 9 March 2025 | Last updated: 11 June 2025. For a few magical days each year, Yosemite’s famous Firefall ...

The "firefall" on El Capitan in Yosemite National Park is shown Feb. 23, 2019. The effect only happens when Horsetail Fall is flowing from winter rain and the setting February sun hits the rock at ...

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.

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.

Firefall at Yosemite: Reservations are required in 2023. Pictured is the Yosemite Firefall at Horsetail Fall on February 24, 2021 in Yosemite, California.

"Firefall" is seen at Yosemite National Park on February 23, 2022. Liao Pan/China News Service/Getty Images Editor’s Note: Sign up for Unlocking the World, CNN Travel’s weekly newsletter.

YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, Calif. - Nature lovers, get ready. Every year in mid-to-late February, hundreds of people flock to Yosemite National Park in California and make their way to Horsetail Fall ...

It’s a winter migration that seems to get bigger every February: Thousands of photographers and nature-lovers flock to Yosemite National Park to see a natural phenomenon nicknamed “the … ...

Do I need a permit or a reservation to see the firefall? Yes, if you’re visiting as a day-tripper anytime Friday through Sunday, Feb. 10—12, 17—19, and 24—26. Yosemite’s website has details.