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.

Many of these waterfall sites - Fall Creek Falls, Caney Creek Falls, Piney Falls, Burgess Falls, Great Falls, and Twin Falls - are located in or near Tennessee State Parks.

May 21, 2024 · Take a long hike through the forest for a secluded cascade or grab a quick photo of a fall you can drive up to see. Estimates of the number of waterfalls in Tennessee range from around 500 …

Apr 5, 2024 · Trip down to the waterfall may be a little tricky but definitely worth watching your step and heading down.

Nov 16, 2025 · 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 …

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

See Ruby Falls on Lookout Mountain, one of Tennessee's best attractions! Discover the park's cave adventures, ziplines, incredible views, luxury treehouse lodging, historic castle, tasty cafe, and family …

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 look at some of …

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 …

Jul 4, 2018 · The World Waterfall Database was created as a long-term project seeking to create the most comprehensive, complete record of waterfalls found throughout the world.