
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.
Waterfalls in Virginia
Waterfall hikes in Virginia offer a wide variety of beautiful cascades. Here's a guide to 25 of the best Virginia waterfall hikes and a map of where to find them.
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.
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 …
31 Most Beautiful Waterfalls in the World You’ll Love
May 5, 2025 · From cascades falling down lush hills in Hawaii to waterfalls roaring in Iceland, this guide highlights some of the most stunning falls to visit. So without further ado, let’s take a look at some of …
Waterfall | Geology, Erosion & Hydrology | Britannica
Nov 16, 2025 · 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 …
List of waterfalls - Wikipedia
This list of notable waterfalls of the world is sorted by continent, then country, then province, state or territory. A waterfall is included if it is at least 15 m (50 ft) tall, or it is considered significant. There is …
Waterfall - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
A waterfall is a place where water rushes down a steep ledge. The water flows from higher land, then it falls down a big step of rock to lower land of softer rock where it will continue on its journey. The …
List of waterfalls by type - Wikipedia
Jog Falls, India's second highest plunge waterfall, is made up of four distinct, segmented falls, and is fed by the Sharavathi River. The tallest plunges 830 ft (253 m) into a deep chasm in a continuous …
Discover - Ruby Falls on Lookout Mountain
See Ruby Falls on Lookout Mountain, one of Tennessee's best attractions! Discover the park's cave adventures, ziplines, incredible views, luxury treehouse lodging, historic castle, tasty cafe, and family …