DIY Garden Waterfalls: Tutorials for Stunning Backyard Water Features

A garden waterfall adds soothing sights and sounds, masks neighborhood noise, attracts wildlife, and boosts property value. Best of all, you can DIY it—saving money while enjoying a fun, rewarding project. It requires basic knowledge and some elbow grease, but most DIYers don't mind a little mud. Here are top tutorials for building your own garden waterfall.

Family Handyman: One-Day Backyard Waterfall

Simple, small, no major excavation. Good instructions; could even flank a front walk.

Family Handyman: Waterfall Fountain Graphic & Low-Maintenance Feature

Helpful diagram explaining pump and water line dynamics.

Family Handyman: Backyard Waterfall & Stream

Ambitious project with extensive step-by-step photos.

Reinventing the Ordinary: DIY Waterfall

Great job with simple instructions. Check eHow for pump basics first if needed.

Oh My Creative: DIY Waterfall & Pond (Susan)

Excellent instructions and step-by-step photos.

Passion For Ponds: DIY Waterfall Project

Solid step-by-step guide.

DIY Network: Waterfall Tutorial

Photos and instructions included.

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