How hard is it to reach?

Some of the best waterfalls are a few steps from a parking lot; others take a real hike. Browse by effort to match a waterfall to the trip you want.

Roadside

48 waterfalls · Visible from a road, parking area, or a walk of a few hundred feet.

Short hike

139 waterfalls · Reached by a short trail, generally under about a mile each way.

Moderate hike

85 waterfalls · A longer day hike, roughly one to several miles each way.

Backcountry

20 waterfalls · A remote, long, or permit-required trek for prepared visitors.

Access varies

1 waterfall · Access details vary by season or are not fully documented.