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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. 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 …

  3. The 31 Most Stunning Waterfalls on Earth

    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 · Waterfall, area where flowing river water drops abruptly and nearly vertically (see video). Waterfalls represent major interruptions in river flow. Under most circumstances, rivers …

  5. Waterfall - National Geographic Society

    A waterfall is a steep descent of a river or other body of water over a rocky ledge.

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

    3 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 …

  7. 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 …

  8. 11 Different Types of Waterfalls - Trek Baron

    Jun 30, 2020 · Whether you look into the world-famous, the largest, or the most beautiful waterfalls, every waterfall will give the viewer a different kind of experience. With the constant …

  9. List of waterfalls by height - Wikipedia

    The following are lists of waterfalls in the world by height, classified into two categories — natural and artificial. Natural waterfalls are further subdivided between overall height and tallest single …

  10. 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 …