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Definition of vernal falls

vernal falls

Plural:Vernal Falls
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A prominent 317-foot (97-meter) waterfall on the Merced River in Yosemite National Park, California, United States, located just downstream of Nevada Fall along the Mist Trail.

Word Nuance & Usage

Although officially named 'Vernal Fall' in the singular by the United States Geological Survey and the National Park Service, the plural form 'Vernal Falls' is widely used in popular and travel contexts.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Vernal falls. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/vernal-falls
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