Skógafoss

Waterfall · South

Skógafoss

Waterfall · South

861, Iceland

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Discover the breathtaking 60m Skógafoss waterfall, where stunning views and accessible trails create a magical experience year-round in Iceland.

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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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Chris C

Google

Very beautiful waterfall during the winter. You can get close and touch the water but unfortunately the trail is closed to go behind it when there’s snow. The stair way up and down the mountain can be slippery but very pretty and rewarding.

Deric Lima (Zuka)

Google

Beautiful waterfall with a good infrastructure to see it from the top. There's plenty of space for parking and a 26km hiking trail in the area. If you visit during the winter it's possible that part of the waterfall on the sides will be frozen, adding a special touch to it.

Norsa'adah

Google

Skogafoss is a waterfall. There are stairs to go up the mountain just next to the waterfall. The surrounding scenery is awesome with white snow and flowing river. The wind is quite strong and snow is falling on and off.

I Know Places

Google

Such an amazing and massive waterfall. Lots of parking and easily accessible. There are stairs to the top but we did not go there. Very misty when we visited in July so having a raincoat and waterproof boots were very helpful. There are restrooms on site.

Maria Achilleia

Google

Skógafoss is a 60 meters waterfall, you can go close but also there are stairs that takes you up to a deck that you can see the waterfall from high. It’s very impressive and I totally recommend it! There are also hiking paths to stroll around, it’s very beautiful so take water and your time to explore!

Amalthea T

Google

Beyond every imaginable dream, if you manage to see this waterfall on a sunny day you can experience in real life the place where rainbows are created 💫 We were lucky enough to see that and this memory will stay forever in my heart. There a hundreds of astonishing waterfalls in Iceland but this is definitely one of the must-seen ones. Huge and majestic, it makes you feel humble and grateful. Definitely recommend

Hetal Pala

Google

I don’t understand why this place only has a 4.9 rating when it should have a full five. The place is stunning and the waterfall is huge. You can climb to the top if you wish to or you can stay at the bottom and enjoy the view from there perfect spot two visit on your way to vik. Definitely recommended on your trip. There is a short walk from the car park to the actual bottom of the waterfall and it’s rather rocky the climb up is quite high but everybody’s abilities are different of course.

Laurie Isenberg

Google

Huge waterfall with all the views. Easy walk from the bus parking lot. We couldn't go behind it today due to the weather.