Hike · East Iceland
Hengifoss trail
Hengifoss – gönguleið
Leads to: Hengifoss
Before you go
Stay on marked paths, leave no trace and close gates behind you. Driving off-road is illegal in Iceland.
Areas can be closed at short notice to protect them. Check the official page before travelling.
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Quick facts
- Hengifoss trail is 589 km from Reykjavík by road, about 9 h 8 min by car.
- The Hengifoss trail route is 4.1 km there and back (2.1 km one way) and takes about 1 h 45 min to walk.
- The nearest town to Hengifoss trail is Egilsstaðir.
- Hengifoss trail is a hike in East Iceland.
The facts
| Distance | 2.1 km one way |
|---|---|
| Ascent | 216 m |
| Walking time | 1 h 45 min there and back |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Nearest town | Egilsstaðir |
| From Reykjavík | 589 km by road, about 9 h 8 min |
| Region | East Iceland |
| Coordinates | 65.0733° N, 14.8809° W |
Getting there
Directions go to the sight's mapped point. For a mountain, glacier or lake that can be well away from the road, so park only in marked areas and walk from there.
Questions people ask
What is Hengifoss trail?
Hengifoss trail is a hike in East Iceland.
Where is Hengifoss trail?
Hengifoss trail is at 65.0733° N, 14.8809° W, in East Iceland. The nearest town is Egilsstaðir. The nearest other sight on our map is Litlanesfoss trail, a hike about 0 m away in a straight line.
How far is Hengifoss trail from Reykjavík?
Hengifoss trail is 589 km from Reykjavík by road, about 9 h 8 min by car.
How do I get to Hengifoss trail?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Hengifoss trail, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Egilsstaðir.
How long does the Hengifoss trail hike take?
The Hengifoss trail route is 4.1 km there and back (2.1 km one way) and takes about 1 h 45 min to walk. It is rated easy. The climb is 216 m. Walking times are estimates from the route's distance and climb, not a guarantee.
Where does the Hengifoss trail route lead?
The Hengifoss trail route leads to Hengifoss.
Does it cost anything to visit Hengifoss trail?
We have not verified a fee for Hengifoss trail. Some landowners charge for parking or entry, so check the signs on arrival. Iceland's right of public access comes with duties: stay on marked paths and leave no trace.
Where can you swim near Hengifoss trail?
The nearest place to get in warm water is Vök Baths, about 36 minutes' drive from Hengifoss trail. It is a premium venue, from ISK 4,800 per visit on a LifePass.
Soak here afterwards
- Vök Baths36 min driveISK 4,800 per visit with LifePass
Nearby sights
All sights →Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
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