Bridalveil Fall, Waterfall in Yosemite Valley, California, United States
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Location: Mariposa County
Address: Bridalveil Fall, California 95389, USA
GPS coordinates: 37.71681,-119.64677
Latest update: December 2, 2025 14:16
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