10 DIY Waterfall Ideas And Features For Your Backyard

A DIY waterfall will produce the sound of running water in your own backyard that will soothe the soul and calm the mind. Go big or go small, these 10 DIY waterfalls will provide you with several ideas that will enable you to build an attractive and soothing waterfall on a budget.

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   DIY Concrete Rocks

Stay on budget and create an attractive DIY waterfall like this one by remodelaholic with lovely plant life surrounding it with this idea. Artificial rocks are easy to create using concrete and cement colors. Create a soothing backyard space with the size and color or rocks that you want.

2. DIY Backyard Waterfall

This budget-friendly backyard waterfall by familyhandyman contains a rock-lined stream and multiple water falls. Include a heavy duty pump and stone filters to reduce the amount of maintenance needed for this large water feature.

3. DIY Pond and Waterfall

This small diy pond waterfall by ohmy-creative is big on beauty and soothing sounds. Perfect size pond for easy maintenance and for placement near the foundation of your home. Include this DIY pond and small waterfall as part of home landscaping for added beauty and curb appeal.

4. Natural-Looking DIY Water Fountain

Perfect for a large backyard with trees. This DIY outdoor waterfall by instructables will look like nature created it. Tucked away under a tall tree and surrounded with rocks and plant life, no one will know that you built it yourself.

5.  Garden DIY Water Fountain

Use these budget-friendly ideas to create your own unique garden waterfall like this one by cottageatthecrossroads in your backyard. Add a pergola, some bird houses, flowers and wind chimes to customize your tranquil outdoor water feature. Some comfortable, durable seating and a matching fire pit and you’ll be able to enjoy your new garden waterfall year around.

6. Glass Waterfall

Here is a WOW factor for any backyard – a DIY glass waterfall like this one by diyprojects.ideas2live4. Building a waterfall like this will transform an ordinary garden into an extraordinary space, plus add value to your property. Easy to follow instructions will enable you to build this attractive water feature while staying on budget. The design and actual building of this glass waterfall is easier than it looks.

7. Outdoor DIY Water Fountain

Designing an outdoor diy water fountain like this one by diynetwork couldn’t be any easier than with these pro tips provided on this website. Create a homemade waterfall that will take advantage of the natural layout of your backyard and that will showcase all the natural elements on the property.

8. Large Waterfall

If your backyard has a natural slope, then this DIY waterfall by thebackyardgnome will enable to your take full advantage of the slope. Build an eye-catching WOW factor waterfall that will draw in guests and create a unique outdoor entertainment area that all your neighbors will be envious of.

9. Pondless DIY Waterfall

Here is a great waterfall design that will have everyone wondering where the water goes – it’s a pondless waterfall by allthingsheartandhome. The water is caught at the bottom of the falls and recycled in a concealed way so no one knows where the water goes except you. Also a great design to use to prevent small children from falling in the water. You may also like to check out floating pond plants, and fence garden ideas.

10. Stone DIY Pond Waterfall

Use these detailed instructions for creating a DIY stone waterfall like this one by passionforponds and pond. This large focal point will enhance the look and tranquil feeling of your backyard. Add some fish in the pond and concrete yard art around the pond, some comfortable seating and maybe a fire pit and grill and you’ll be spending more time outside in the backyard than inside of your home.