
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.
15 Stunning Waterfalls in Texas (+ Map to Find Them!)
Jul 5, 2025 · Non-Texans may be more likely to associate desert landscapes and open plains with the Lone Star State, but in reality, Texas’ extreme diversity means that there’s a surprising number of …
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.
20 Best Waterfalls In Texas - Totally Texas Travel
Jan 21, 2026 · As Native Texans, we love visiting the waterfalls throughout the Lone Star State. Whether heading to a waterfall in the Texas Hill Country like Hamilton Pool Preserve or the waterfalls of Big …
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 | 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 …
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 …
12 Types of Waterfalls to See in Your Lifetime - Treehugger
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 …
11 of the Best Waterfall Trails in the U.S. - Mental Floss
Harnessing input from experienced trailblazers and relative rookies on AllTrails and TripAdvisor, we’ve rounded up 11 epic waterfall hikes that are worth the workout. From epic plunges to hidden...