STUNNING VIEW: Yosemite National Park's mesmerizing 'firefall' phenomenon — when the sun reflects off Horsetail Fall on the eastern edge of El Capitan in Yosemite Valley – treats visitors to a spectacular show. https://abcn.ws/3knzeQM | ABC News

Stunning time lapse video captures a rare 'firefall' at Horsetail Fall at Yosemite National Park. For about 10 days each February, the waterfall is lit up when the sun sets at a specific angle. http://abcn.ws/2kr57MO | ABC News

Thousands of visitors gather each February at Yosemite National Park to witness the rare "Firefall" phenomenon. This occurs when sunlight hits Horsetail Fall at just the right angle, creating a visual effect that turns the waterfall a molten orange. | CNN

Planning a Yosemite visit to catch the incredible natural "firefall" event in February? From Temporary Vehicle Reservations to best viewing locations and comfort and safety, here is what you need to know to have the best possible experience. | Yosemite Nation

This is what Yosemite’s “Firefall” looked like on February 21, 2026. After last week’s snowstorm, conditions aligned and Horsetail Fall lit up like molten lava flowing down El Capitan. Yes many people call this Firefall…and it certainly looks like fire but the manmade Firefall off Glacier Point stopped in 1969 and this is the natural Horsetail Fall phenomenon, when the setting sun hits the waterfall at just the right angle in February. A few important notes if you’re planning a trip👇 • Great vi