A 4-mile hike up *very* steep terrain gets to you to the top of this gorgeous waterfall in Yosemite National Park. Bring lots of water and a raincoat in your backpack if you feel like walking under the water!
This might be my favorite waterfall in all of Yosemite. On the hike up (which isn't that bad, actually), you go through about 100m of mist and rain produced by this bad boy. Definitely wear stuff that can get wet! The view from the top is gorgeous! It's amazing how much water flows over the side.
Take a drive down the scenic Historic Columbia River Highway to get to this beautiful Oregon waterfall, the tallest in Oregon. Total height: 189 m
This beautiful waterfall is not only amazingly tall, but also has a lovely bridge across, which makes for a great photo. It looked different when I came back ten years later and one of the photo spots was closed. I was told that a rock the size of a school bus fell off and was still in the deep pool below the falls. So be careful. ;)
This spectacular little waterfall doesn't seem to have found its way into most people's consciousness. There is a campground associated with this site, which has been privately owned and was recently, amazingly, for sale. People who come to the Merlefest in Wilkesboro are learning about this little beauty when they go there to camp or use the shuttlebus. That's how we found out about it.
In the days before water parks, when I was a child growing up in the North Carolina Mountains, nothing beat a day at Sliding Rock. It was COLD. I'm sure it still is. And there were picnic tables where we could set up and have some chicken when we were starving later on! Nothing like it. And it's still there.
This absolutely breathtaking waterfall will trick you a little bit until you have examined all the views, because it turns a corner. Thus the "upper" and the "lower" falls. It's still quite dangerous to get off the beaten path, so keep hold of your dogs and children, but trust me on this one. It's worth it.
This waterfall is just absolutely SWEET! It is a test of your mettle to hike to it, of course, but I recommend it. It is very near the Blue Ridge Parkway, so don't miss it if you're driving around there!
This generous compilation of waterfalls definitely is worth the climb! There is even a bighorn sheep that you can't help but see because he's a sculpture on the side of the mountain. I could have sworn he was real. There's lots to see in the Colorado Springs area, and this is a good choice.
To me, the falls are beautiful from both sides, and from above and below. Going over to see it from the Canadian side is really no problem if you're walking, and it's definitely worth it. My favorite thing is to go down and see it from below. A macintosh and rubber hat is in order, of course, or you will be soaked!
Beautiful park in the city, great for a walk, a hike or a summer time swim.
Stunning, impressive, breathtaking and that much more. These falls can be viewed from both the Argentinian and Brazilian sides. Adventure activities available.
The white, foaming water of the Manavgat Waterfalls flows powerfully over the rocks, near the waterfalls are shady tea gardens providing pleasant resting places
An amazingly beautiful set of natural limestone pools, the view from above is wonderful and the climb makes the water that much more inviting. There are small waterfalls along the side and a large waterfall at the end of the pools.
Highway 64 is absolutely full of beautiful scenery, and this waterfall is definitely on the list. Western North Carolinians have found this waterfall to be magical my whole life. See the old car? (Like me.) :)
At 1708m wide this is the largest falls in the world. Local people call it "Mosi-oa-Tunya" -- the smoke that thunders. Can be accessed from both Zimbabwe or Zambia.
The Orange River divides itself into numerous channels, cascades down a 56 meter high waterfall, then through an 18km gorge. Sanctuary to a diversity of species
The falls are a short walk from the carpark through a forest. The water all comes from the wonderfully named "Devil's Punch Bowl" and falls an angry 70ft onto the huge boulders below before continuing on into Muckross Lake.
These falls are like an oasis in a semi-arid landscape. Particularly impressive after rain. The falls often dry up during the summer months.
The mountain stream falls away in two drops into a deep gorge. This is the smaller of the two falls. See my other pic for the lower fall.
Located in Americas only rain forrest this tropical spot is ideal for tourist to see from around the world. Truly a site to see.
Where deep deep down, and far within , Toils with the rocks the roaring linn; Then issuing forth one foamy wave, And wheeling round the giant's grave White as the snowy charger's tail Drives down the pass of Moffatdale. (Sir Walter Scott)
Small but amazing waterfall in Tatra Mountains, one of many, but most famous and with really amazing view
Hickory Nut Falls is beautiful! It's near Chimney Rock and Lake Lure.
Is the world's highest waterfall,with a height of 979m, It is located in the Canaima National Park ,an Unesco World Heritage site!Is a Must if U go to Venezuela
Dudhsagar means "The Sea of Milk" is a tiered waterfall located on the Mandovi River, on Goa's border with the state of Karnataka. The falls are not particularly spectacular during the dry season, but during the monsoon season however, the falls are transformed into one of the most powerful falls in India.
Set amidst an enchanting landscape, the Arvalem waterfalls is a popular tourist hub in Goa. The Arvalem falls produces a breathtaking spectacle with water tumbling headlong from a height of 50 meters.
beautiful place, you can go after visiting the Poas Volcano, is very close from san jose. don't forget o bring hiking shoes & close to get change.
Hike 11 miles into the Grand Canyon to see these spectacular waterfalls. Occasionally, rafting trips hike 5 miles up from river to see these 196 ft falls.
To see these 100 ft water falls will require a 10 mile hike or horse ride down beautiful Havasu Creek in the Grand Canyon. There is also helicopter service.
These 100 ft falls erupt out of a narrow slot canyon in Grand Canyon. Raft down to see them or a 2 day backpack (one-way) in from North Rim
This thundering waterfall erupts from a cave high up on a wall deep in the Grand Canyon. It is surrounded by lush vegetation. Often raft trips hike to see it.
This experience is absolutely mandatory if you go to Jamaica. We were there on a cruise, and highly encouraged to go. It was worth it. They get you to hold hands and walk down the waterfalls. It's a hoot. And there's some good swimming at the bottom!
I love the old WV and this is a childhood favorite. There is a lot of outdoor adventure things to do in this area and the falls are even more beautiful in the winter completely frozen over.
Height: 865 ft (263 m). Description: Sri Lanka’s highest waterfall – described as cascading liquid light that sways to and fro to the rhythm of strong winds. A seasonal waterfall that peaks from October to March, it is set within a basin-shaped valley bordered by enormous rocks and pine forests. The waterfall plunges in two slim cascades down a vertical, dramatic and darkened precipice between the peaks of Welihena and Bambaragala into a deep pool. Well worth the trip. Location: 4 miles from the Colombo-Bandarawela Road in a forest glade. The main access is via a minor but motorable road via Haputale and Kalupahana. Kalupahana is 22 km from Balangoda (and 32 kilometres from Wellawaya). From Kalupahana proceed 3 kilometres along a narrow road through Weerakoongama. Or travel on the A4 to Kalupana and turn off to Quitota. The road ascends a valley and then rounds a bend, upon which you are greeted with the breathtaking scenery that surrounds the waterfall.
Height: 100ft (30m). Description: Three cascades that give the appearance of a heart-shaped leaf similar to a leaf of the Bo tree. Hence the name Bopath which is derived from Bo – ficus religiosia – the sacred tree under which the Buddha attained enlightenment – and from Pata – which means leaf. Location: 3 hours drive from Colombo. Situated on the Kuru Ganga, in the village of Devipahala off Kuruwita on A4 High Level Road close to Ratnapura. Travel via Avissawella on the A4 to Dehipala; then, turn left and proceed to Agalawatte. Keep to the right at the junction in the town; take the small road through the rubber plantation and as you drive out you will see the waterfall a short distance away. Also along the Ratnapura Road, on the Agalawatta crossroad which is very narrow and winding is another spectacular waterfall that can be viewed from the road opposite the falls. Bathing at the base of the waterfall is considered fatally dangerous.
Itararé has wonderful waterfalls and some other places where one can explore eco sports or just have good time relaxing and enjoying nature.
Height: 413ft (129m). Description: the seventh highest waterfall in Sri Lanka, it was originally known as Veddah hiti Ella, meaning the falls where the Veddah (indigenous people of Sri Lanka) Lived. It was renamed ‘lakshapana’ – meaning; ‘one hundred thousand bulbs’ in remembrance of the first successful hydroelectric project in Sri Lanka. ‘Lakshaya’ means one hundred thousand in Sinhalese. The alternate Sinhalese derivative ‘lakshana’ means; ‘beautiful stone’. Once a copious waterfall, its glory was stolen by the construction of the dam which significantly reduced its height and flow, although it is still a magnificent sight. Location: situated on the Maskeliya Oya, travel 13 kilometres from Maskeliya to Nortonbridge to the small road that leads to Kottalenna, asettlement close to the falls, which can be seen at the bottom of the valley and then the steep path that leads down to the pool.
Height: 35ft. Description: Gigantic and breathtaking, it is one of the widest waterfalls of Sri Lanka. The literal translation of Galagediyana means large number of stones. Location: Very close to Colombo – can be reached off Dedigama, where the famous Kotavehera Dagoba is located.
Height: 265ft (80m). Description: The widest waterfalls in Sri Lanka, the unusual feature to this waterfall is the combination of two separate waterfalls, namely the Maha Ella (80m) and the Kuda Ella (60m) which join to form a double cascade that falls in three stages down to the Kotmale falls. Maha Ella (meaning big fall) situated on the Kotmale Oya, flows over a rock ledge, divides into three cascades, and plunges into a pool, producing vaporous veils. Kuda Ella (meaning small fall) is situated on a tributary off the Kotmale Oya. Location: Can be viewed from about 3 kilometres from Talawakele from the A7 Road. To visit the bigger waterfall, the Maha Ella, take the 500m footpath leading from the A7. The smaller one, Kuda Ella, is situated close to the road and is viewed best on the bend near the 90km post.
Height: 559ft (220m). Description: The second highest waterfall of Sri Lanka, Diyaluma or Diya Haluma is fed by the Poonagala Oya. Legend claims another story; when a prince failed to successfully haul his sweetheart over the rocky precipice – resulting in her death and leaving him heartbroken over a romance dashed on the rocks, gods of the vicinity decided to mark the event by creating a cascade of tears to weep forever in the wilderness. Temperamental Diyaluma weeps its way down and flows towards Kirindi Oya beneath a bridge on the highway from Beragala to Wellawaya. A seasonal crier, it weeps torrents during the rainy season – an eye-catching spectacle of a graceful trail of soft white unbroken foam - making amends for the monotonous trickle appearing like an elephant’s trunk during the rest of the year. Location: Along a busy Highway spanning the Hill Country to the Plains. 13 kilometres from Wellawaya town and 6 kilometres from Koslanda in the Hills.
Height: 131ft (40m). Description: Associated to the great legendary epic, Ramayana and named after the powerful king of Lanka, Ravana, who abducted Rama’s wife Sita, it is one of the widest waterfalls in Sri Lanka and cascades in three stages over a series of steps into the valley. The cave hidden behind the fall is believed to be one of the places where Ravana hid Sita. She is said to have bathed here while held captive. Location: Situated in the Dry zone off Welimada amidst huge mountains and rolling valleys it is fed by a tributary off the River Kirindi and visible from the Ella- Wellawaya Road near Udunuwara village. This picturesque water fall provides a continuous stream of life to the villagers, who depend on it for the cultivation of vegetables, their main source of income. According to villages, the water of this stream has to be protected from smugglers 24/7 for which ‘shift duty’ is shared amongst them.
Height: (40m). Description: described as one of the most unusual waterfalls in Sri Lanka, this waterfall appears like a misty cascade of infinite droplets in a sheer veil of flickering light – like iridescent dust particles; hence the name Duvili Ella – which in Sinhalese means ‘dust waterfall’. Location: Through Belihuloya and Pambahinna – the waterfall is situated below the Samanala Wawa Valley (i.e. butterfly shaped valley) and is 27 kilometres from Balangoda town. A 3 kilometre walk from Kalthota will get you there. Bathing not recommended due to the vast quantities of water that spill over continuously. Belihuloya has the world’s purest waterways and there are many sub waterfalls suitable for bathing in this region; some of which include, Denagama, Denagamoya, Imbulpe, Uggala Kalthota and Uggal Aluth Nuwara.
Height: 280- 318 ft. (97m) Description: One of the most famous waterfalls of Sri Lanka - situated on a tributary of the Kotmale Oya in Devon Estate and named after the pioneering coffee planter. The compilation of several cascades gives it a peculiar appearance. Described as one of the most arresting sights on the Kandy to Nuwara Eliya railway line, Bella Woolf states in How to See Ceylon (1914); "There are several waterfalls along the line, but the finest of all from the train is the Devon Fall." The clearing in front of the fall magnifies the gigantic nature of the fall. Location: Visible on the A7 Road west of Talawakele, it can be reached along the Hatton – Nuwara Eliya Road at the turnoff to Lindula by the roadside. A popular tourist attraction; with a special lay-by at a prominent viewpoint, but for those who want a closer look, take the 1km walk downhill through tea plantations.
Impressive falls in the otherwise unimpressive farm town of Los Angeles. Good to stop on the way down to Panamericana or to/from Chillàn.
Swim near the powerful falls or head slightly downriver for a gentler pool. Steep hike out. The perfect jungle swim on a hot Costa Rican day.
Beautiful ridge hike takes you up to a series of falls in the mountains above Santa Barbara, CA. Not so much impressive as fun--lots of natural waterslides.
There are many waterfalls in Azad Jammu Kashmir but this waterfall is near Gulpur near Sehrmandi, one at Holar and a couple of small ones after Narrh when trvalleing towards Mirpur. But the best and the most spectular one I have seen is near Hajira. When you travel out of Hajira towards Thrarkhal, you can see the waterfall across on the other side of the valley. It is an awesome scene.
Height: (40 m). Description: Springing from the Ritigaha Oya reservoir, these falls comprise of a number of chutes each measuring approximately 40 metres in height. Location: Situated at Dedugala, which is 9km east of Bulathkohupitiya. The nearest town is Bulathkohupitiya and the Kitulgala Rest House is 41km away.
Height: (10m). Description: Named after the species of the fish 'Sera' that inhabit the water, it flows all year round and is at its fullest during the monsoon season, which is from November to March. Location: Situated in the Dumbara Jungle in the village of Pothatawela, near Laggala in Matale Districts Laggala PSD. From Matale or Laggala travel to Illukumbura. From this point it is 5km to Puwakpitiya followed by a 3km trek.
Thi Lo Le Waterfall is the most famous rafting paths in Thailand there are many rapids with different levels of difficulty where you can enjoy getting wet without shivering because of the warm weather of Thailand.
The Hepste & Mellte Falls walk will take approx 75 minutes walk each wayThe walks on these two rivers are not easy and are often very steep and slippery. They should be attempted only by those who are suitably equipped and it is recommended visitors use the way-marked advised paths.
Height: 100ft (30m). Location: situated in Havaeliya, 1.5km from Nuwara Eliya, Nuwara Eliya District. Description: Fed from streams and brooks that originate from the highest mountain in Sri Lanka, Piduruthalagala (2,524m), the water from these falls is collected in a tank and used for drinking. The name of the waterfall is derived from a tragic love story between a prince who lost his way whilst hunting and a beautiful damsel who rescued him. They fell deeply in love and become inseparable lovers, but their union faced serious social opposition from the prince’s subjects. The forlorn lovers decide that they’d rather die together than live apart and immortalised their undying love by leaping from the top of these falls to death! Superstitious villagers avoid the fall at night… unaware of what it truly symbolizes… Today, Sri Lanka (the island of paradise) has the dubious record of having the highest suicide rate in the world! The chief cause? – disappointment in love.
Height: 210ft (m). Description: ‘Dun’ in Sinhalese means ‘mist or vapour’ which is the perfect description for a waterfall creating wreathes of mist on its way down. Fed by Baduluoya, a tributary of the Mahawelli Ganga, Dunhinda is the most frequently mentioned waterfall in Sri Lanka. Many claim it to have few rivals in the world when it comes to waterfalls that bestow natural beauty on surrounding environments. Location: Situated about 2 kilometres from the main road which runs to Taldena from the remote city of Badulla in the Uva Province, it is easily accessible and frequently visited by local and foreign visitors. The ‘Kuda Dunhinda’ (‘Kuda’ means ‘small ‘in Sinhala) which is the prologue to its mighty brother Dunhinda can be seen on the way. To reach the fall, travel about 5 km from Badulla along the Mahiyangana road, and trek for another 2 km, away from the main road.
Great idea Josh. I just wish I had some good photos to add.
Josh,
May I say that these are a great collection of waterfalls and a couple brings back memories. A wonderful presentation. May I be so bold to say if you can add the waterfalls of Puerto Rico. It too has a unique charateristic fling about it. Thank you for sharing this with us. I loved it.
Josh,
I hope you find this addition satisfactory to your liking.
Fernando Rosado
Great addition, Fernando!
Also, I started mapping the waterfalls without specific locations so that they're easier for everyone to find when they're out exploring. If anyone's interested in helping out, here's how I'm mapping the exact locations:
Josh and all - those waterfalls are great!!
I would like to add one too! :)
Thanks for inviting me , I hope you like my addition !!
:)
excellent addition, Bea77! That's quite a waterfall :)
I can add one at least )
OMG you have got to add some of the amazing waterfalls in Grand Canyon. Havasu, Mooney, Deer Creek, Thunder River, Cheyava(seasonal)
Can you add those? I haven't been down in the Grand Canyon.
Working on it today. Its an amazing place waterfalls aside.
yes indeed. Thanks for adding those! Yes, the Grand Canyon is an absolutely amazing place.
T
I have a couple of good ideas if I could collaborate as well.
I sent you an invite. Welcome!
Hey thanks for the welcome, I hope to add more to this awesome community.
Thank you Canyonwren!
I have recently forgotten my recommendations because of how tremendous the other recommendations are. I'll keep thinking.
Wli waterfall near Hohoe, Ghana
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say something...How beautiful!
I like this its so cool
thats to bad that a rock came down
It's like seeing Mt. St. Helens before and after. You can definitely tell the difference if you have old photos. But if you don't know the "before," you wouldn't miss it. It's still gorgeous anyway! Do you have some waterfalls to add, waterburyboys?
Hey Josh!
I came to see your profile after I got your mail. Im still increasing my recommendations, but in my profile you will find two great waterfalls, both located in brasilian Amazon. Both in maroom territory, and both stunning! The Drizzle Waterfalls are just... breathtaking. This videos (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6iVE03ib9I and http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2X7_JNk6b9Q - low quality) show it...
Positively amazing ... enthralling and almost out of this world! Can't imagine what it would do to me to actually set eyes on all of these magnificent beauties... Wow! - is all I can say.
I added you as a collaborator, Spooky. Maybe you can put a link to the videos when you describe the waterfalls! Beautiful.
T
Certainly Talula, I'd be honoured to join you guys - and thank you so much for inviting me :)
I'm relatively new to nextstop and very much in the process of trying to complete the few guides that I've launched. Sri Lanka's Waterfalls are next on line ;) Shall contact you ASAP the guide is ready - I'm not sure how this collaboration thingy works, so you'll have to guide me through it, if you don't mind :)
Hope the project is a smashing success!
Ta,
Spooky
Yo Talula...
I figured out how to contribute ;) and here's my first installment - do let me know your views on my contribution. I must apologise for the poor photographic quality, but this is the best I could get at the moment.
Looking forward to sending in more.
Cheers!
Spooky
VERY nice indeed. I've never been to Sri Lanka, except the airport. I know it must be fabulous.
T
Thank you Talula, I'm very happy that you liked them :)
The airport you said? LOL - what a thing to have been so near and yet so far away!
;)
Spooky
I am really addicted in waterfalls. Itararé, a very little town in the countryside of São Paulo State (Brazil), has lots of them.
Thank you, Josh for invinting me.
Hi Talula...
Just added a few more waterfalls :)
Wow!!! I've got to go to Sri Lanka just to see some of these waterfalls! These are absolutely amazing. Thank you Spooky!
You're welcome! ;)
Hi Spooky, have you sent me a message? Maybe a comment about "my" waterfall?
I'm asking, cause I just received an e-mail from Nextstop, telling me something... I couldn't find it.
See U
Hi Joumanah...
I left a message for Talula to say I had added a few more waterfalls from Sri Lanka to the guide. And then in response to her comments I thanked her. You may have received notifications for these comments.
Would love to know what you too think of these waterfalls.
:)
Take care,
Spooky
Hi Spooky (again)
They are just amazing!!! As I've already said, I'm addicted in waterfalls. Unfortunately, I've never been abroad.... but in the other hand I have the hapiness to be born in a country plenty of beautiful nature. Thanks for the pics. Sorry for the English mistakes.
You take care,
Gina (Joumanah is my nick)
Hi Gina (Joumanah),
I'm glad you liked my contributions. Although I won't go so far to say waterfalls are an 'addiction' with me, I too am totally fascinated with falls (i just love nature). Sri Lanka too has plenty of waterfalls all concentrated within the central hill country region and you get to pass numerous waterfalls along a single trip made anywhere upcountry :)
Cheers!
Spooky
i have a couple recommendations...
say something...I will add you as a collaborator! Hopefully this will turn into the world's largest collection of waterfalls!
Talula
beuatiful, thanks for sharing :)
You are most welcome,I wish I had my photos of my travels in Pakistan etc with me right now as I have moved to Canada & have left great deal of my albums back in storage in Pakistan.
Thank you Mena.
Thank you Ayesha. Hope you have your album back soon.
I really hope so Joumanah.
SharonGosling said 4 months, 3 weeks ago:
I would like to add some waterfalls to this guide. Please invite me to collaborate.