
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 …
5 Louisiana Waterfalls That Are Less Than a Day’s Drive Away
Oct 10, 2024 · Because Louisiana's topography is so flat compared to other states in the nation you might be wondering "what constitutes a waterfall"? Apparently, all you need to have a …
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 …
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.
Waterfalls | Only In Louisiana
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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 …
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 …
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 …
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. …
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 …