Horsetail Fall, Yosemite National Park, California
Where to book the flight: Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)
If you want to see the full “Firefall” effect of this spectacular fall, you need to go there mid-to-late February. Even if there’s such a short window of time, the attraction receives a huge amount of attention from various tourists, so you need to be very careful when you plan it.
The Horsetail Fall graciously flows over the edge of El Capitan in Yosemite Valley, and on each and every sunset in February, it seems as if the waterfall glows orange, looking like a lava flow. To make the trip, you need to purchase a parking permit or even hike to the fall.
However, bear in mind that if you arrive at sunset, the walk back might turn out to be dark and icy, so be sure you’re fully prepared for those conditions.
