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.

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 …

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

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 …

Apr 3, 2026 · 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 …

Explore the best waterfall hikes across 49 states. Browse 2523+ trails with photos, difficulty ratings, and directions.

Sedan, Kansas - Hollow Waterfall: The little waterfall at The Hollow Park is right off the main street in Sedan. The attractive small park includes a boardwalk that goes up the creek and culminates at the …

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 …

Jul 4, 2018 · The World Waterfall Database was created as a long-term project seeking to create the most comprehensive, complete record of waterfalls found throughout the world.

May 31, 2017 · From punchbowls to slides, from tiers to cataracts, a surprising diversity exists in ways water can tumble from point A to point B. There are anywhere from 12 to 18 different types of …