Resorts near Yosemite are now offering $110 shuttle tours to the Firefall at Horsetail Falls, letting guests avoid the park's weekend reservation system designed to reduce environmental damage caused by high visitor numbers. In 2022, the area saw nearly 2,500 visitors, leading to overcrowding and unsanitary conditions. Some operators have stopped offering Firefall trips due to concerns over ecological damage and the lack of visual impact without proper photography gear. Tour operators stress the importance of responsible tourism amid rising concerns about the effect on the local environment.
Nearby resorts are offering $110 private shuttle tours to Yosemite's Firefall, allowing visitors to bypass the park's new reservation system.
In 2022, nearly 2,500 visitors crowded the observation area for Firefall, leading to significant environmental issues.
Other tour operators have abandoned Firefall trips due to the environmental impact and the disappointing experience without professional photography.
Operators emphasize the need for responsible tourism, as the surge in visitors has caused ecological damage and unsanitary conditions.
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