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  1. 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 …

  2. 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 …

  3. 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 …

  4. 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 …

  5. 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.

  6. 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 …

  7. Photos of the 17 Most Beautiful Waterfalls in the US - Business …

    Apr 18, 2025 · Many US residents don't have to travel far to see gorgeous waterfalls. From New York to Alaska and beyond, plenty of states have cascades worth visiting. Some are easily …

  8. What Is a Waterfall and How Do They Form? - Biology Insights

    2 days ago · A waterfall is a geological feature where a river or stream’s water flows over a steep, near-vertical drop or a sequence of sharp descents. The presence of a waterfall indicates an …

  9. 13 Stunning Waterfalls to Visit Once in Your Life

    Apr 5, 2024 · Below, AD visits 13 incredible waterfalls, from one in Iceland with healing properties to a lava-like waterfall in Yosemite National Park.

  10. How Many Types of Waterfalls Are There? - WorldAtlas

    Feb 1, 2021 · Often referred to as “rectangular waterfall”, the Block Waterfall is another thunderous form of waterfall. In this type of waterfall, the water flows down from a wide river or …