A visitor pulls into parking specifically designated for Firefall viewing in Yosemite Valley Friday, Feb 9, 2024 in Yosemite ...

The mountainside of Yosemite National Park will appear to catch fire later this month as the viral firefall ignites in one of California's most popular tourist destinations. Photographers from around ...

Every February, Yosemite National Park experiences a Firefall, a natural phenomenon ... the waterfall glows in vivid orange and red hues at sunset, making it look like the water is on fire.

mid-February allows the correct positioning of the sunset and water needs to be flowing from the fall. ERIC PAUL ZAMORA Fresno Bee file When’s the best day or time to see firefall at Horsetail Fall?

The peak dates to see the event are around Feb. 21, when the sunset hits the waterfall at the perfect angle. The setting sun transforms Horsetail Fall into a firefall in Yosemite National Park.