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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 ice …

  2. Best Waterfalls In Mississippi: 12 Local Favorites & Hidden Gems

    Apr 11, 2025 · We are featuring 12 of the most beautiful waterfalls in Mississippi, from the largest to the most accessible. Chances are, you’re going to want to add all these waterfalls to your list this year. …

  3. 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 …

  4. 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

  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. 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 …

  7. The 14 Most Amazing Waterfalls in the World - Treehugger

    Mar 16, 2021 · From plunge to cascade to cataract, waterfalls are incredibly diverse. They span borders and great distances. Whether viewed from a bridge, the water, or the air, humans are mesmerized by …

  8. What Is a Waterfall? - WhiteClouds

    At its simplest, a waterfall is a natural feature where water flows over a vertical or near-vertical drop. Waterfalls typically form along rivers and streams when the flow encounters a sudden change …

  9. 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 …

  10. The 7 Best Waterfalls In Mississippi Are Sure To Stun

    Jan 25, 2023 · One of the tallest waterfalls in Mississippi, this 40-foot waterfall is fed by Rawson Creek. While it has not yet been confirmed by the World Waterfall Database, there are numerous reports …