The annual phenomenon that creates the illusion that causes Horsetail Fall to glow orange at Yosemite National Park, is returning. You can only see “Firefall” for a short time in February, and it draws hundreds of visitors each night. This year, that’s between February 13 and 27.

CNN writer, Amanda Jackson, covers in her article, "If you are planning to check out this yearly spectacle, the National Park Service encourages visitors to be prepared for cool weather and bring along a flashlight. If you want that Instagram-worthy image, you might want to visit the park early to claim your spot before the crowds." How it looks varies from year to year and even day to day. It all relies on the weather and how much water is flowing in Horsetail Fall. The light hitting Horsetail Fall at the right angle makes it look as though lava is flowing off a cliff. 

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