Disclaimer
Last updated: April 2026
Informational use only
ChasingFalls publishes data, scores, rankings, and analysis about U.S. waterfalls: locations, heights, access, and seasonal flow. Everything on chasingfalls.org is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not professional advice and should not be relied on as the sole basis for any consequential decision.
Nothing on chasingfalls.org constitutes financial, legal, medical, tax, investment, real-estate, insurance, or engineering advice. Always consult a qualified, licensed professional for decisions that affect your money, health, safety, legal status, or property.
Data source and accuracy
The underlying data displayed on chasingfalls.org is derived from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and federal land-management records. We do our best to process that data faithfully, but we make no representations or warranties — express or implied — about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of any information, analysis, or related graphics.
Source records may contain errors, be incomplete, be reported late, or be restated by the issuing agency after publication. Where the source corrects a record, ChasingFalls will follow on the next refresh — but there may be a lag. Always verify any figure against the original source before acting on it.
How we process this data: We start from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) register of named “Falls” features — official name, state, county, and coordinates — and pair each waterfall with documented height, watercourse, managing agency, trail access, and a seasonal peak-flow window drawn from USGS streamflow records and land-manager pages. Each entry links back to its sources.
Refresh cadence: Reviewed and expanded on a rolling basis as we verify additional waterfalls against GNIS and land-manager records; GNIS itself updates continuously.
Known limitations of this source: Reported waterfall heights vary by source and measurement method (single drop vs. cumulative cascade), so we use the best-documented figure and note uncertainty where it exists. Coordinates point to the feature, not a trailhead; access, conditions, and seasonal flow change — always check the current land-manager page before visiting.
No warranties
chasingfalls.org is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis, without warranty of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, or course of performance.
No professional relationship
Reading, using, linking to, or sharing chasingfalls.org does not create any advisor-client, attorney-client, doctor-patient, or fiduciary relationship between you and ChasingFalls or its operators.
Third-party links and affiliate disclosure
chasingfalls.org is free to read and is supported by display advertising served by third parties. It contains links to third-party websites, and some outbound links may be affiliate links — if you buy through them we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you, always disclosed where it applies. We do not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for the content, products, services, or practices of any third party. Following a link is at your own risk, and a commission never changes our editorial judgment.
Rankings and scores
Any rankings, grades, or composite scores published on chasingfalls.org are editorial opinions derived from public data using documented methodologies. They are not professional certifications, accreditations, or endorsements, and they are not a substitute for independent due diligence.
Limitation of liability
In no event will ChasingFalls, its operators, contributors, or data providers be liable for any loss or damage — including, without limitation, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits, data, or goodwill — arising out of or in connection with the use of chasingfalls.org or reliance on any information it contains.
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Changes to this disclaimer
We may update this disclaimer at any time. Continued use of chasingfalls.org after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated disclaimer. The "Last updated" date above reflects the most recent revision.
Contact
Questions about this disclaimer or a specific page? contact@chasingfalls.org.