Famous Beautiful Waterfalls

Waterfalls are some of the most impressive natural formations to behold. Marvel at famous and beautiful waterfalls in the United States by visiting natural parks where you can hike to the base or ride a boat to get closer to the water fall drop. Whether you prefer to admire large falls that define borders or small cascading falls that shape stream beds, each type of water structures has its own unique beauty.

  1. Niagara

    • See the Niagara Falls dividing U.S. and Canada.

      Niagara Falls is the most powerful waterfalls in Northern America and is located on the border of United States and Canada. With a total drop height of 174 feet, the falls are renowned for its beauty but also as an important source of hydroelectric power in New York. Three separate waterfalls make up the Niagara: Bridal Veil Falls, Horseshoe Falls and American Falls. Various tours are available for exploring the waters; visitors can feel the mist during the Cave of the Winds walking tour or see the view from the bottom by riding the "Maid of the Mist" boat ride.

    Havasu Canyon Falls

    • Take a hike to view Havasu Falls from its base.

      Havasu Canyon Falls is part of the Grand Canyon on the Havasupai Indian Reservation in Arizona. This 121-foot falls is famous for being the largest series of falls in the Grand Canyon. It provides a striking feature against the dry desert on both sides. See the majestic Havasu Canyon Falls by taking a raft down the canyon or by hiking to the falls toward the town of Supai in the Havasupai Indian Reservation.

    Yosemite

    • The 2,425-foot Yosemite Falls in Yosemite National Park, California, is the highest waterfall in North America. The three-sectioned falls is also the sixth highest in the world. The Upper Fall, middle cascades and Lower Yosemite Fall make up its three sections. Yosemite Falls flows from November to July and can be viewed from various spots around Yosemite Valley, including Yosemite Lodge and Yosemite Village. Hike a one-mile loop to the base of Lower Yosemite Fall or hike to the top of Yosemite Falls for a picturesque view of the cascading waters.

    Multnomah Falls

    • Don't miss Multnomah Falls when you visit Oregon.

      The 611-foot Multnomah Falls is located in Troutdale, Oregon, and is the tallest waterfall in the state. Visitors can view the falls year-round because snow melt and an underground spring keeps the water flowing throughout the seasons. Get a closer view by taking a walk on the paved trail toward Benson Bridge. The bridge provides onlookers a full view of the fall's top tier and a vantage point over the second section of the 69-foot drop of Multnomah Falls.