Yosemite’s ‘firefall’ not likely, but still expect some changes in park this February
A thin ephemeral waterfall in Yosemite National Park that’s become famous for glowing orange in February with the setting sun isn’t likely in 2020.
Yosemite officials announced this month that Horsetail Fall has “little to no water” this year.
Conditions need to be right – enough water in Horsetail Fall, clear skies, and good light – for Yosemite’s famous glowing-waterfall phenomenon to happen in mid- to late-February, what’s become known as the “firefall.” Horsetail Fall is located over the eastern edge of El Capitan.
Officials said they continue to anticipate an influx of park visitors, who should still expect some previously-noted restrictions in Yosemite Valley this month.
“Some changes to traffic patterns, parking, and visitor access will be in effect each afternoon February 13–27,” Yosemite officials wrote. “Expect traffic delays if exiting Yosemite Valley around sunset.”
Park spokespeople said Thursday that there’s no precipitation in Yosemite Valley’s weather forecast over the next two weeks.
More information about the firefall is available on the park’s website.
This story was originally published February 13, 2020 at 2:37 PM.
