
Waterfall - Wikipedia
A waterfall is any point in a river or stream where water flows over a vertical drop or a series of steep drops. Waterfalls also occur where meltwater drops over the edge of a tabular iceberg or ice shelf.
The 17 Greatest Waterfalls in the World (+Photos) - Touropia
Apr 11, 2025 · The sight of tons of water spilling over the edge of a cliff or cascading over rocks never fails to impress. While the grandest falls deserve a prominent place on any bucket list, a waterfall …
Waterfall - National Geographic Society
Oct 19, 2023 · A waterfall is a steep descent of a river or other body of water over a rocky ledge.
Waterfall | Geology, Erosion & Hydrology | Britannica
Jan 2, 2026 · A waterfall may also be termed a falls or sometimes a cataract, the latter designation being most common when large volumes of water are involved. Waterfalls of small height and lesser …
The World's 10 Most Spectacular Waterfalls - WorldAtlas
Oct 1, 2022 · Waterfalls are some of the world’s most beautiful natural wonders, with no two cascades alike, and each with a unique legend, properties and formations, along with diversified regional …
The 14 Most Amazing Waterfalls in the World - Treehugger
Mar 16, 2021 · From plunge to cascade to cataract, waterfalls are incredibly diverse. They span borders and great distances. Whether viewed from a bridge, the water, or the air, humans are mesmerized by …
What makes a waterfall…a waterfall? - American Rivers
Aug 18, 2022 · To be deemed a waterfall a segment must be at least five feet high. To further qualify, according to Milestone Press, the waterfall must come from a river, creek, or stream that provides …
Waterfalls - Waterfalls & Gorges (U.S. National Park Service)
Aug 8, 2023 · Admire a gorgeous waterfall from the comfort of your vehicle. Located along Little River Road, Meigs Falls features a spacious pull-out area for easy viewing. This makes it one of the most …
Burgess Falls State Park — Tennessee State Parks
Located on the Falling Water River, this day-use park is noted for its natural beauty and four waterfalls that cascade down from over 250 feet in elevation. The last of these falls is the most spectacular, …
11 Different Types of Waterfalls - Trek Baron
Jun 30, 2020 · Whether you look into the world-famous, the largest, or the most beautiful waterfalls, every waterfall will give the viewer a different kind of experience. With the constant sound of water …