Öxarárfoss

A very nice area to walk around and enjoy the beautiful waterfall. Definitely worth if you’re in the area and up for s little walk. The amount of people was manageable and it was not to crowded.

Nice waterfall with a boardwalk up to it. Free to visit but need to pay for parking if in P2 lot. I visited here May 14 around mid afternoon. Very picturesque, and easy to get too. The trail goes off in 2 different directions, taking you around more trails at Thingvellier Park. There is a washroom close by (on the way to the gift shop) and there’s a boardwalk going all the way.

My brother and I stopped here on our way to The Golden Circle. It was fantastic. We walked the entire length of the ridge. The waterfall and views of the lake are outstanding!

Öxarárfoss is a beautiful waterfall located in Þingvellir National Park, surrounded by rugged basalt cliffs that create a dramatic and almost otherworldly landscape. One of the highlights is walking through the impressive split in the rock formation, which offers both geological wonder and scenic charm. We arrived around seven in the morning and found the area wonderfully quiet with no crowds at all. Since parking fees only apply after nine, we had the added benefit of free parking and easy access to a good spot. The early morning light and peaceful atmosphere made the experience even more special. The path to the waterfall is well maintained and the view once you arrive is more than worth the short walk. This is absolutely one of the must-see locations in the region for anyone who enjoys nature, photography or just being surrounded by something truly unique.

A nice waterfall with very interesting surrounding landscape. Only a short walk from parking, definitely worth a visit if in the area. Quite busy but not uncomfortably so. (Aug 2024)

Really nice waterfall and bubbling Brook, especially with the snow gently falling. Normally the path up and down would be relatively easy but it was a bit slippery with today's snow. Still worth the little hike!

Beautiful area with a few different sites to see. The gift shop isn’t much, but the surrounding area sure is. We also went snorkeling through Silfra fissure with Troll- it was terrific. Expect around 2.5km of med-easy hiking

We enjoyed this waterfall! We drove to the Öxarárfoss P2 parking lot. It was ~180m to the waterfall from this parking lot. While the walk is easy and actually very enjoyable, I would not recommend it for those with mobility challenges. (There are stone stairs for a portion of the way which may pose a risk.) The waterfall is beautiful and there is an area where you can relax near it and take time to enjoy it. Additionally, this area has multiple walking trails as the waterfall is in a park area.