Waterfalls

Waterfalls is a 128x128 beginner-friendly map featuring dramatic cascading water flows and flat terrain near the river, making it both visually striking and accessible for new players. The map's playful tagline reads: "It's an old parenting trick to tell kits that a waterfall is just a big floodgate." With 12 Water Sources producing a generous total of 12.0 cubic meters per second and only 2 Badwater Sources at 4.0 cubic meters per second, Waterfalls provides abundant clean water that makes Drought survival comparatively easy. The map also contains 2 Underground Ruins, 12,720 units of scrap, 245 bushes, and a diverse forest of 226 mature birch, 556 mature pine, and 210 mature oak trees.

The defining feature of this map is its series of waterfalls that cascade from elevated terrain down to a broad, flat area where the main settlement can be established. The high water flow rate of 12.0 cubic meters per second is among the most generous of any map in Timberborn, giving players a substantial advantage in filling reservoirs. The flat terrain below the falls provides ample building space for housing, farms, and industrial structures. Players should build dams at the base of the waterfalls to capture the cascading water, creating deep reservoirs that can sustain the colony through extended Droughts. The elevation changes also create opportunities for gravity-fed water distribution systems.

The low Badwater-to-water ratio (2 sources versus 12) means contamination is a minor concern on Waterfalls compared to maps like Canyon or Helix Mountain. This allows players to focus on core colony-building skills without constant worry about toxic water management. The compact 128x128 size keeps logistics tight, and the natural elevation steps create a visually interesting settlement layout. Waterfalls is particularly well-suited for the Folktails faction, whose agricultural buildings benefit from the abundant irrigation potential. Iron Teeth players will also appreciate the strong water flow for powering water-driven generators. This map is an excellent choice for players who want a scenic, relaxed introduction to Timberborn's mechanics.