Custom Pool Waterfalls and Slides.
Add the Feature That Makes Your Pool Unforgettable
Some pools are just pools. Others become the reason your family never wants to leave the backyard. A waterfall or slide adds movement, sound, and a sense of fun that a plain rectangle of water can’t match on its own. At Envisioning Green, we design and build both as part of your pool, not as an afterthought bolted on once construction is done.
Pool Waterfalls & Slides
Yes. A built-in spa, sometimes called an attached or integrated spa, is constructed as part of the pool itself, typically raised slightly above the main pool with water that spills over the edge into the pool below (a spillover spa), or separated by a wall with its own dedicated jets and controls.
This is one of the most requested features we build, and it works with both gunite and vinyl liner pools, though the design and engineering approach differs depending on which pool type you have.
Natural Stone Waterfalls
What it is: Real stone, stacked and set to create a waterfall face that water flows over and through, often built into a raised wall or boulder feature at the edge of the pool.
Benefits:
- Authentic Look. Nothing replicates the texture and irregularity of real stone. Every waterfall we build is unique because no two stones are the same.
- Blends with the Landscape.Natural stone waterfalls integrate naturally with surrounding landscaping, retaining walls, and other hardscape features.
- Built to Last. A properly engineered stone waterfall is a permanent structure, not something that needs to be replaced or refinished over time.
- Sound and Movement.The irregular stone surface creates natural-sounding water movement rather than a uniform sheet
Sheer Descent Waterfalls
What it is:Â Water flows out through a slot or spillway and falls in a smooth, uniform sheet into the pool below, usually from a raised wall or ledge.
Benefits:
- Clean, Modern Look. Sheer descents give pools a sleek, architectural feel that pairs especially well with contemporary or geometric pool designs.
- Adjustable Flow.Most systems let you control the water flow rate, so you can dial in the exact look and sound you want.
- Lower Maintenance. With no stacked stone or complex plumbing paths, sheer descents are generally simpler to maintain than natural stone features.
- Versatile Placement.Works well as a standalone feature, along a raised wall, or integrated into a spa spillover.
Rock Waterfalls with Boulders
What it is:Â Large individual boulders arranged to create a more dramatic, elevated waterfall feature, often combined with plantings and additional landscaping.
Benefits:
- Dramatic Scale. Boulder waterfalls can create real height and presence, especially on larger properties.
- Natural Integration. Pairs well with existing rock outcroppings, gardens, and other natural landscape elements.
- Multiple Water Paths. Water can be routed to fall from multiple points and heights rather than a single uniform flow.
Other Water Feature Add-Ons
Deck Jets.
Arcing streams of water that shoot from the pool deck into the water, often used alongside a waterfall for added movement.
Bubblers.
Gentle, bubbling water features often placed on sun shelves or shallow areas.
Spillover Spas.
A raised spa that spills into the pool below, combining a waterfall effect with a functional hot tub.
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Pool Slides
We build built-in slides as part of the pool’s design and structure, rather than free-standing add-on units. This means the slide is engineered into the pool from the start, integrated with the surrounding decking, stonework, or raised features, so it looks like it belongs there instead of looking bolted on after the fact.
Why a Built-In Slide
Designed as Part of the Pool, Not Added to It Because we plan the slide into the pool’s layout from day one, it works with the pool’s shape, depth, and surrounding hardscape instead of competing with it.
Blends with Your Landscape Design Built-in slides can be integrated into natural stone waterfall features, raised walls, or boulder installations, so the slide and the waterfall become one combined feature rather than two separate elements.
Built for Durability A properly engineered built-in slide is a permanent structure, sized and reinforced for long-term outdoor use.
Fits a Range of Styles From a straightforward, gentle slide suited to younger kids to a more dramatic, elevated slide paired with a boulder waterfall, we design the slide’s height, angle, and placement around how your family will actually use it.
Safety and Sizing Slide placement matters for water depth, clearance, and how it interacts with other pool features. We handle that engineering as part of the overall pool design, not as a separate consideration bolted on afterward.
Why Envisioning Green?
Some of our favorite backyard features come from combining the two. A natural stone or boulder waterfall feature can house a built-in slide within the same structure, creating one cohesive focal point instead of two separate additions competing for attention in the same yard. This also tends to be more cost-effective than building each feature as a fully standalone element, since the structural work and stonework overlap.
Why Envisioning Green?
A waterfall or slide isn’t a separate project bolted onto your pool. As a full-service outdoor living contractor, we design these features as part of the pool itself, along with the surrounding decking, landscaping, and any other structures in the space. The result is a backyard that feels like one connected design, built around how your family actually uses it.
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How We Help You Choose
- The size and shape of your pool
- Your yard's natural grade and existing landscape features
- Whether you want a natural, rustic look or something more modern and architectural
- Who's using the pool most, and what fits their age and comfort level
- Your overall budget for the feature versus the rest of the pool build
We’ll walk through the tradeoffs with you so the feature you choose actually fits your space and your family, not just what looks good in a photo.
Frequently Asked Questions
In some cases, yes, although most of the time it would not be a financially feasible option. It depends on your pool’s existing structure, plumbing, and layout. We’d need to evaluate your specific pool during a consultation.
It depends on the system design and how independently the spa can heat from the pool. However, most of the time the operating cost between the two would be nominal.Â
Often yes, especially if it’s going on an existing deck or patio, though a custom surround typically involves at least some additional hardscaping work and footings.
Requirements vary depending on your location and the type of unit. We handle permitting as part of our project management either way.
Yes, we can design a custom stone, paver, or landscaping surround around an existing standalone unit.
Pools and Features We Specialize In
Pools
Fiberglass Swimming Pools
Vinyl Swimming Pools
Pool Decking & Surrounds
Pool Equipment
Hot Tubs
A hot tub extends how you use your backyard beyond the warm months and gives you a place to unwind after a long day.