Waterfall · West Iceland

Snekkjufoss

waterfall in Iceland

Snekkjufoss, Iceland
Photo: Bromr · CC BY-SA 3.0

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

  • Snekkjufoss is 217 km from Reykjavík by road, about 3 h 20 min by car.
  • The nearest town to Snekkjufoss is Ólafsvík.
  • Snekkjufoss is a waterfall in West Iceland.
Directions in Google Maps ↗Apple Maps ↗

The facts

Snekkjufoss: The facts
Nearest townÓlafsvík
From Reykjavík217 km by road, about 3 h 20 min
RegionWest Iceland
Coordinates64.8647° N, 23.8381° W

Getting there

Directions in Google Maps ↗Apple Maps ↗

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 Snekkjufoss?

Snekkjufoss is a waterfall in West Iceland.

Where is Snekkjufoss?

Snekkjufoss is at 64.8647° N, 23.8381° W, in West Iceland. The nearest town is Ólafsvík. The nearest other sight on our map is Klukkufoss, a waterfall about 1.2 km away in a straight line.

How far is Snekkjufoss from Reykjavík?

Snekkjufoss is 217 km from Reykjavík by road, about 3 h 20 min by car.

How do I get to Snekkjufoss?

The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Snekkjufoss, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Ólafsvík.

Does it cost anything to visit Snekkjufoss?

We have not verified a fee for Snekkjufoss. 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.

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Sources

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