You’ll Want To Walk Behind These 10 Stunning U.S. Waterfalls ASAP

All around the country, you can find gorgeous natural wonders that are exciting to explore. If you're looking for an adventure that you'll never forget, try going for a stroll behind a waterfall - you'll get a completely different perspective. Here are 10 U.S. waterfalls you can walk behind that you will never forget!

1. Dry Falls - North Carolina

Dry Falls flows over a beautiful cliff in North Carolina and drops down 75 feet. A gorgeous walkway will take you right behind the falls. Located within the Nantahala National Forest, this is a waterfall that you'll want to see for yourself. To find out more information, check out this article all about Dry Falls!

2. Hamilton Pool - Texas

One of the most famous natural wonders that you can find in America, Texas' Hamilton Pool is a destination that nearly everyone has on their bucket lists. The underground grotto makes you feel like you've entered another world. It's a popular swimming spot during the summertime. To find out more information, read our recent feature about this cerulean blue pool.

3. Watkins Glen - New York

A state park that simply seems otherworldly, Watkins Glen State Park in New York's Finger Lake region is the perfect place to visit if you love exploring waterfalls. The state park has a two-mile-long Gorge Trail that's filled with nineteen waterfalls, many of which you'll be able to walk right behind. This place is a real-life fairy tale!

4. Horsetail Falls - Oregon

Just outside of Portland, you can hike along a quick half-mile trail that will lead you to Horsetail Falls. Nearly 180-feet tall, the stunning waterfall has an upper area that you can reach and walk behind. From Upper Horsetail Falls, you'll have a beautiful view and will get to enjoy the relaxing mist rising from the falls. To find out more information, be sure to read our feature article all about this waterfall.

5. Little Marshel Falls - Washington

Here's a hiking experience that comes with caution; some people exploring along this trail have died from slipping on the rocks. An adventure that most consider as moderate, the trail is just over five miles round trip and will bring you right up to Little Marshel Falls.

6. Ash Cave - Ohio

A natural wonder that's quite easily accessible, you can reach Ash Cave at Hocking Hills State Park by taking the short Gorge Trail or Rim Trail. Right in the city of Logan, the waterfall isn't always running throughout the year but when it is, it's nothing short of a magical experience to walk behind.

7. Memorial Falls - Michigan

Unless you’re from the Great Lakes State, you might not be aware that Memorial Falls exists. The waterfall can be found in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, dropping down 40 feet in a serene forest. The hike to reach this waterfall is short and easy, but it's best to visit after heavy rainfall. To find out more information, check out our feature article about Memorial Falls!

8. Grotto Falls - Tennessee

One of the many treasures hiding within the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, you can reach Grotto Falls with a three-mile round trip hike. The 25-foot tall waterfall may not be the biggest one you've ever seen, but it's certainly surrounded by a ton of scenic beauty that will leave you in awe. To find out more information, be sure to read this article.

9. Noccalula Falls - Alabama

A popular outdoor attraction to visit all throughout the year, people from all different areas come to experience Noccalula Falls for themselves. Out in Etowah County, the waterfall flows down over 90 feet into the creek at its base. The waterfall is beautiful to stare at from the parking lot, but once you get down behind it, it'll feel like you're looking at a whole new world. Noccalula Falls truly is one of the most dazzling hidden gems in Alabama!

10. Buttermilk Falls - Pennsylvania

Like other states, Pennsylvania has numerous waterfalls named Buttermilk Falls so you'll often hear locals referring to this place as Homewood Falls. Easy to get to from the parking lot, a quick and short hike will take you right to the waterfall. To find out more information, check out this article about Buttermilk Falls.

We're lucky to live in a country that has so many exciting outdoor adventures like this! Have you ever visited these exciting spots, or been to waterfalls with caves behind them? If so, we'd love to read about your experiences in the comments section below.

Beyond this, which waterfall is your favorite to walk behind in America? Let us know about this as well!

If you want to enjoy more of nature our country has to offer, check out this video which sheds a light on some of the least visited national parks (perhaps you can help change that!):