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Linton Falls, Yorkshire Dales: Ticket prices, hours, parking & visitor guide (2026)

The River Wharfe drops over a geological fault line where rocks shifted millions of years ago, creating Yorkshire's most accessible waterfall just minutes from a car park. After heavy rain, standing on the footbridge by Linton Falls can feel precarious as the full force of…

Whitelady Waterfall, Devon: Ticket prices, hours, parking & visitor guide (2026)

Devon's tallest waterfall plunges 30 metres down a moss-covered cliff into the River Lyd, tucked inside what may be the deepest gorge in southwest England. The path down to the Whitelady Waterfall involves a steep descent through temperate rainforest — one of the rarest habitats…

The Skógafoss waterfall in southern Iceland.

Skógafoss Waterfall, Iceland: Ticket prices, hours, parking & visitor guide

One of Iceland's most powerful waterfalls drops 60 metres in a single, thundering sheet of water that sends spray so far you'll feel it from 50 metres away. On sunny days, that same mist from the Skógafoss waterfall creates vivid rainbows — sometimes two at…

The Seljalandsfoss waterfall in southern Iceland.

Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, Iceland: Parking & visitor guide (2026)

It's tempting to drive past Seljalandsfoss in southern Iceland. From the Ring Road, it's just another cascade tumbling down from the cliffs. But walk across that car park, and the scale hits you. Then you notice the pathway disappearing behind the curtain of water, and…

Lower Force at Aysgarth Falls, North Yorkshire.

Aysgarth Falls, Yorkshire: Ticket prices, hours, parking & visitor guide

The first thing that surprised me about Aysgarth Falls in the Yorkshire Dales was that they're not one waterfall but three separate cascades spread across nearly a mile of the River Ure. The second surprise was watching families paddling in the upper falls' pools whilst…

Millaa Millaa Falls in the Atherton Tablelands, Queensland.

Millaa Millaa Falls, Queensland: Ticket prices, swimming safety & visitor guide

A guide to Millaa Millaa Falls, Queensland. Find essential information on swimming safety, current ticket prices, and visitor tips for the famous falls. The moment I saw Millaa Millaa Falls through the trees, I understood why it's one of Australia's most photographed waterfalls. An 18-metre…

Low Force waterfall in Bowlees, County Durham.

Visiting Low Force Waterfall: A guide to the tiered falls in Upper Teesdale

Overview: History, what to expect, and unique features of Low Force Low Force is a beautiful series of tiered waterfalls and cascades located downriver from the more dramatic High Force in Upper Teesdale, County Durham. While smaller than its upstream neighbour, Low Force offers a…

High Force waterfall near Barnard Castle, County Durham.

High Force waterfall, Durham: Practical visitor guide – walk, cost & parking

Overview: History, what to expect, and unique features of High Force High Force is arguably the most spectacular waterfall in England, located on the River Tees in the stunning landscape of the North Pennines. The river dramatically plunges 70 feet (21 metres) over a precipice,…

Fitzroy Falls in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, Australia.

Fitzroy Falls, NSW: Opening hours, park fees, walks and visitor tips

First time visiting Fitzroy Falls in Morton National Park, New South Wales? This guide covers opening hours, park fees, parking, accessibility, and how to get there. History and overview of Fitzroy Falls Fitzroy Falls is a spectacular waterfall located in Morton National Park, in the…

Montmorency Falls near Quebec City, Canada.

Montmorency Falls near Quebec City: Complete guide with prices, hours and tours

This guide covers everything you need to visit Montmorency Falls in Quebec, Canada: admission prices, cable car costs, opening hours, transport options from Quebec City, and which tours include the waterfall. I explain the three ways to reach the summit, what to expect at different…