Bridalveil Fall, Waterfall in Yosemite Valley, California, United States
Description
The waterfall drops over six hundred feet (around 190 meters) in a slender column that seems to flutter like silk whenever the wind picks up in the valley.
History
The Mariposa Battalion named it Bridalveil in the early eighteen fifties after seeing how the cascading water looked like a flowing bridal veil caught in the mountain breeze.
Culture
Visitors often gather near the base to watch rainbows appear in the mist, feeling a quiet connection to the wild landscape that has inspired artists and explorers for generations.
Practical
A short paved trail from the parking area leads you to the base in just a few minutes, making it easy for families and travelers of all ages to enjoy the view.
Did you know?
Unlike many waterfalls that dry up in summer, Bridalveil keeps flowing through most of the year thanks to groundwater stored high in the mountains above the valley.
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