El Capitan Bathed in Golden Sunset Light
Sunday, December 28th, 2025 at 12:46:16 AM · 2025/Yosemite Snow
A stunning view of El Capitan's summit and upper face captured during golden hour, with warm orange and amber light illuminating the granite cliff face. The photograph emphasizes the vertical striations and massive scale of this famous rock formation. The lower portions remain in cooler shadow, creating a beautiful gradient from golden warmth at the top to gray tones below. A few scattered trees are visible along the ridgeline against a clear blue sky with wispy clouds.
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