Reflections on Yosemite Falls
We hit Yosemite in the middle of an unusual Fall storm -- followed by its gradual clearing from the valley the perfect conditions that occur perhaps 20 times a year at most. Usually it is dry as granite, but Yosemite Falls (you can see upper and lower Yosemite Falls here) were plump with a pulsating roar that filled our cabin. That and the fall leaves coming off the poplars and oaks had the valley painted in oils.
A few words on Yosemite falls - At 739 meters (2,420 feet) its the 7th largest waterfall in the world, with an upper falls that drops 436 meters (1,430 feet). The lower falls are higher than Niagara Falls. They are usually dry this time of year, and some even climb thie sheer face for the thrill -- extremely dangerous because one thunderstorm above can restart the falls -- as it did this weekend -- with disastrous consequences. Frankly it is beautiful and a thrill to have nearby and the huge conveniently placed meadow opposite it make it a photographer's dream.
Reflections on Yosemite Falls
We hit Yosemite in the middle of an unusual Fall storm -- followed by its gradual clearing from the valley the perfect conditions that occur perhaps 20 times a year at most. Usually it is dry as granite, but Yosemite Falls (you can see upper and lower Yosemite Falls here) were plump with a pulsating roar that filled our cabin. That and the fall leaves coming off the poplars and oaks had the valley painted in oils.
A few words on Yosemite falls - At 739 meters (2,420 feet) its the 7th largest waterfall in the world, with an upper falls that drops 436 meters (1,430 feet). The lower falls are higher than Niagara Falls. They are usually dry this time of year, and some even climb thie sheer face for the thrill -- extremely dangerous because one thunderstorm above can restart the falls -- as it did this weekend -- with disastrous consequences. Frankly it is beautiful and a thrill to have nearby and the huge conveniently placed meadow opposite it make it a photographer's dream.