Waterfall · South Iceland
Morsárfoss
waterfall in Iceland
Quick facts
- Morsárfoss is 329 km from Reykjavík by road, about 4 h 49 min by car. The nearest road is about 11 km away.
- Morsárfoss is 227 metres tall.
- Morsárfoss is a waterfall in South Iceland.

The facts
| Height | 227 m |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 329 km by road, about 4 h 49 min |
| Region | South Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.1096° N, 16.8651° 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.
The nearest road is about 11 km away.
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.
Questions people ask
What is Morsárfoss?
Morsárfoss is a waterfall in South Iceland.
Where is Morsárfoss?
Morsárfoss is at 64.1096° N, 16.8651° W, in South Iceland. The nearest other sight on our map is Morsárjökull, a glacier about 1.9 km away in a straight line.
How far is Morsárfoss from Reykjavík?
Morsárfoss is 329 km from Reykjavík by road, about 4 h 49 min by car. The nearest road is about 11 km away.
How do I get to Morsárfoss?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Morsárfoss, not to a search for its name.
How tall is Morsárfoss?
Morsárfoss is 227 metres tall.
Does it cost anything to visit Morsárfoss?
We have not verified a fee for Morsárfoss. 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.
Nearby sights
Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
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