Horsetail Fall, Yosemite National Park

Once you visit Yosemite National Park’s Horsetail Fall, you’ll understand the meaning behind it’s name. Sure, it’s not the tallest in the state at only 1,575ft high compared to Yosemite Falls’ 2,425ft, but it’s equally as breathtaking, if not more.

The splendor of this fall lies in the way the light hits it as it is also known as the firefall, giving off a bright eerie glow that makes it look like molten lava is splashing over the cliff.

Locals and travelers alike say it’s best visited between winter and early spring, so plan your trip accordingly!