What is a Pondless Waterfall?

What is a pondless waterfall? Don’t you need a pond with enough water for your waterfall?

A pondless waterfall is simply a re-circulating waterfall or stream without the presence of a pond. Pondless waterfalls work by pumping water contained in a large, in-ground reservoir at the bottom, up and through the waterfall spillway at the top of your falls, allowing the water to flow back down into the reservoir in the bottom. This simple recirculation system requires very little maintenance and is ideal for families with young children or pets that love to play in water.

A pondless waterfall allows you to enjoy the beauty and soothing sounds of a waterfall from any location in your yard. You can tuck a small waterfall near the front entrance of your home to greet visitors, or delight in a longer waterfall in the backyard where you can incorporate interesting twists and turns.

A pondless waterfall is also a great step towards a pond. You can add a pond to your waterfall later on, if you decide that you’d like to keep some fish and enjoy a larger variety of aquatic plants.

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