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Want to see Yosemite's famous 'firefall' this winter? You'll need a reservation

You've probably seen the striking image on your Instagram feed: a towering wall of stone cut down the center by what appears to be a glowing stream of lava flowing down the rock face. The sight at Yosemite National Park — not actually a lava flow but a waterfall streaming down the face of El Capitan and illuminated spectacularly by a February sunset, has captured the interest of millions and ...
If the conditions are just right, Horsetail waterfall in California's Yosemite National Park lights up from the setting sun, making it appear as though it's on fire.

You've probably seen the striking image on your Instagram feed: a towering wall of stone cut down the center by what appears to be a glowing stream of lava flowing down the rock face.

The sight at Yosemite National Park — not actually a lava

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