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 map lists every known waterfall in Georgia, ranging from roadside spots to easy, short hikes to difficult treks through the wilderness. This map was created by a user. Learn how to create your own.

Angel Falls Trail in Rabun County offers two waterfall gems. Hike about a half-mile to view Panther Falls and then continue on, passing by rhododendron, mountain laurel and American holly, to Angel Falls.

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 steepness …

Jun 10, 2024 · From small wonders to cascading hills, these are some of the best waterfalls in Georgia. If it’s at the end of an unpaved road, you know it’s bound to be good. Just outside of Clayton, you …

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 …

Oct 19, 2023 · A waterfall is a steep descent of a river or other body of water over a rocky ledge.

3 days ago · When water and gravity combine, beautiful things happen. From gossamer desert cascades to thundering cataracts, these waterfall hikes put you within spray distance of a true spring …

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 …

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 …