Skógafoss

Waterfall · South ·

Skógafoss

Waterfall · South ·

Massive waterfall with rainbows, hike to top for views

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"Breathtaking Skógafoss Waterfall On our way from Selfoss to Vik, we passed this gorgeous waterfall called Skógafoss cascading over towering cliffs that used to make up Iceland 's coastline. Long ago the coastline receded towards the sea about 3.1 miles but the former sea cliffs remained, combining with the mountains around them to form a natural dividing line between the coastal lowlands below and the rural highlands above. Skógafoss Waterfall is one of Iceland 's largest, over 80 feet wide and 200 feet tall. If you look closely, you can see from this photo how large the falls are by how tiny the people in the foreground look. Because of its size, the waterfall produces a lot of spray, and on sunny days you're often treated to at least a single rainbow, often a double one. But that same spray can be a shocking surprise when it hits your face on a frigid winter day. If you feel like an added adventure, you can hike a trail up the eastern side of the waterfall all the way to the top for a different perspective of the falls, although that's not recommended during the winter months when the trail is icy and slick. Although I've never seen Skógafoss Waterfall in the summer and imagine it's stunning when surrounded by lush green grass, it's absolutely amazing during the winter when snow and ice adds to its drama. I definitely recommend a trip to Skógafoss Waterfall, a convenient stop just off the road if you're heading to Vik from Selfoss."

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Skógafoss

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Skógafoss

Birgit B.

Google

Just a fantastic starting point for even more beautiful waterfalls. If you want a full hiking day that's a perfect place to start.You come along 10 waterfalls including the Bridge Falls. Good marked hiking trail.

Michelle K

Google

Beautiful waterfall and definitely worth a visit! Very touristy, but still impressive to see. You can climb many steps to the top for a great view and a short walk around. A nice stop on the ring road - powerful and picturesque!

Santanu Kar Gupta (.

Google

What an amazing waterfall Had a beautiful experience at skogafalls. Its mindblowing. The picture dosent do justice to your experience. U have to be there to feel it. We went via Nice Travels. It was wonderful. Was a small bus with 16 people and we had a good time. Although it was raining but we had memories for lifetime.

Lee R.

Google

Parking is nearby. Its a short walk to the falls but omgoodness what a spectacular sight to behold when you arrive. If you have the lungs to climb 400 steps to the top of the falls then you'll be rewarded with a spectacular view at the top. The whole area is gorgeous.

David L.

Google

Skogafoss was absolutely epic. The falls were huge and the views were both gorgeous from down below or above. The staircase that took you up the hill to see the birds eye view of the falls were definitely a little scary! I'm mildly afraid of heights and not having much guard rail made my hands sweat a little, but it was worth it. The platform at the top gave way to impressive views of the fall. Sometimes the wind would blow towards us and the mist would absolutely overwhelm the platform, feeling like a torrential downpour. Gives a taste of how powerful the waterfall is - we only felt the mist and we were fleeing. There's also a hiking trail above that leads inland and we walked along the trail a little to see the river that leads to the fall. The trail is worth going down a little, as it offers some lovely views. You might also be able to catch glimpses of some cool wildlife.

Teddy C.

Google

The fall is very easy to access with plenty of parking (see tip below). On a sunny day, you will likely see rainbow in front of the fall as well. There is a long stairs you can take to the top of the fall. View from the top is not perfect, as you can't really see the scale of the fall vs viewing it from below. But if you keep walking further, there are other water falls, large and small, along the way to reward you. If you are going to walk further, make sure you bring water and sun block. As in most part of Iceland, there is no tree to provide any shade at all. TIP: The parking area is rather large. In stead of parking where there are marked spaces, turn right upon entering towards Hotel Skógafoss. Once you drive past the hotel, there is a much larger parking lot with unmarked spaces which are much closer to the fall and the restrooms. You still have to pay 1,000 KR for parking using the machine or the Parka app but the view is well worth it.

Mandy Michels K.

Google

Spectacular! It's popular for a very good reason. I visited in September of 2023 and it was less crowded than it normally is in the summertime. Take your time walking around and seeing the falls from different viewpoints. It's lovely!

Can Z

Google

Skógafoss is one of the most impressive waterfalls I’ve ever seen! The sheer power and size of the falls are breathtaking, and on sunny days you can often spot a rainbow in the mist — absolutely magical. You can admire it up close at the base and really feel the spray, or take the stairs to the top for a completely different perspective with stunning views over the landscape. Both are unforgettable experiences. It’s easy to access, with parking nearby, and definitely a must-visit stop on any trip along Iceland’s south coast. Truly iconic and unforgettable!