In this article, we will take a look at pondless waterfall design for beginners and how you can get inspired for your own project.
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Now, let’s dig in and discuss pondless waterfall design to inspire your upcoming project.
Pondless Waterfall Design For Beginners
What is a pondless waterfall?
Pondless waterfalls are simply a re-circulating waterfall and/or stream without the presence of a pond.
Instead of running into a pond, the waterfall drains through rocks and pebbles. The water is then pumped to the top of the waterfall to begin the cycle all over again.
Pondless waterfalls bring a beautiful stream setting to your backyard
You can enjoy the sights and sounds of running water without the maintenance of a pond.
Basics of pondless waterfall design
Pondless waterfalls work by pumping water contained in a large, in-ground reservoir up and through the waterfall spillway, allowing the water to flow back down into the reservoir.
Pondless waterfalls – Image Source: Aquascape
It’s a pretty simple design, but you can add elements above the circulation system to make your pondless waterfall design unique.
Pondless waterfall design ideas
Here are some examples of pondless waterfall designs from Clearwater Creations. As you can see, these designs feature varying sizes of rocks and boulders that offer a waterfall or stream effect, leading to a drainage system that filters the water back up to the top.
Pondless waterfalls give you the sights and sounds of a major water feature
Pondless waterfall design does not have to be complicated!
Another waterfall design from Clearwater!
Check out this great design from Pinterest
Why choose a pondless waterfall?
The pondless waterfall is one of our most popular water features. It’s an ideal option if you want the sights and sounds of water without having a fish pond, water garden, or Koi habitat.
It might be hard to imagine a waterfall and stream without a pond, but this is where the beauty of it lies. A pondless waterfall offers some of the enjoyment a pond can bring, but with less work!
You might not want to deal with the standing water, plant life, and wildlife that often comes with a backyard pond. Instead, you can have the water flow directly into the gravel with no visible pool at all. From there, it filters back to the top and cycles through!
Pondless water features can add to your home and life in many ways.
Additional benefits of a pondless waterfall
Safety: Because there is no pool of water, a pondless waterfall is a great option for families with small children that want to play and splash in the water with limited safety concerns.
Cost: This can be a big factor when considering the type of water feature for your outdoor space. In most cases, a pondless waterfall will be cheaper than a pond, as it often requires less stone and materials.
Space: The small size of a pondless waterfall means you can build and enjoy a beautiful waterfall anywhere in your yard, and still have some yard to work with!
Maintenance: Taking care of your pondless waterfall is easy. Filling the reservoir every few weeks to compensate for water loss due to evaporation is all that is required.