Autumn at America's most beautiful waterfalls.

Upper Tahquamenon Falls, Michigan

Located in the state park of the same name in Michigan, USA, Upper Tahquamenon Falls resembles a white ribbon hidden amidst cedar trees. The waterfall's unique feature lies in its natural reddish-brown color, created by the high concentration of tannins from the cedar swamps upstream.

When autumn arrives, the leaves on the riverbank turn orange and red. The waterfall blends with the vibrant colors of the leaves, creating a beautiful and unique spectacle.

Cumberland Falls, Kentucky

Standing 20 meters tall and 38 meters wide, Cumberland Falls is the second largest waterfall in the Rocky Mountains. Besides its stunning natural scenery, Cumberland Falls is also the most famous rainbow-watching spot in Kentucky.

To reach Cumberland Falls, visitors often choose to travel from Cumberland Falls State Park. Alternatively, many adventurous individuals opt for rafting on the Cumberland River – a river located within Daniel Boone National Park – to get a close-up view of the falls.

Palouse Falls, Washington

Cascading down from a height of 60 meters, Palouse Falls was formed by layers of ancient lava on the arid land of eastern Washington. It is one of the last waterfalls remaining after the floods of the Ice Age and a series of natural phenomena that occurred continuously for more than 2,000 years.

The area surrounding the falls has now been developed into Palouse Falls State Park. Visitors can admire the beauty of the ancient waterfall and also enjoy picnicking, camping, and hiking on trails within the park.

Snoqualmie Falls, Washington

Snoqualmie Falls is a popular and attractive tourist destination in Washington, drawing over 1.5 million visitors annually.

Located 40 minutes east of Seattle, the Snoqualmie Falls features a powerful cascade that creates a nearly 20-meter-deep pool below. The falls are surrounded by a park with convenience stores, small cafes, an observation deck, and a large grassy area perfect for picnicking.

Latourell Falls, Oregon

Latourell Falls is a waterfall cascading down the Columbia River Canyon in Oregon, within Guy W. Talbot State Park. Latourell Falls plunges straight down from a sheer basalt cliff 60 meters high. Today, it has become one of the most popular tourist attractions in the Columbia Canyon.

Burgess Falls, Tennessee

Burgess Falls State Park boasts a massive waterfall system with four cascades plunging into a limestone gorge. What makes Burgess Falls special is the cascading limestone steps that create a gentler, more tranquil flow of water compared to the more powerful currents of the other falls.

However, these tiered stone steps are still very steep and dangerous, and visitors are advised to stay away from the waterfall.

Taughannock Falls, New York

Taughannock is the tallest single-tier waterfall in the eastern Rocky Mountains, with a height of over 65 meters. In the fall, the red and yellow foliage at the top of the falls creates a stunning scene alongside the white of the cascading water. Visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the falls by hiking along a trail that is over a kilometer long.

Upper Mesa Falls

Upper Mesa Falls is as tall as a 10-story building and is the remnant of a volcanic eruption thousands of years ago. Along with Lower Mesa, Upper Mesa is the last waterfall along the Snake River that was formed entirely naturally. Both falls are easily accessible by hiking through Teton National Park.

Linville Falls, North Carolina

The most famous waterfall in the Blue Ridge Mountains – Linville Falls – is the highlight of Linville Canyon, featuring three cascading tiers of water. Not a particularly dangerous waterfall, it can be accessed via winding trails around the canyon.

Minnehaha Falls, Minnesota

Minnehaha Park in Minneapolis is one of the best urban park systems in the world. It also boasts the magnificent Minnehaha Falls, one of the few waterfalls located in the heart of the city, reaching a height of 16 meters. The falls are surrounded by limestone rocks and groves of oak, elm, and maple trees. In autumn, the falls are adorned with vibrant colors, creating a stunning spectacle in the heart of bustling Minneapolis.

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