Waterfall · South Iceland
Steinbogafoss
waterfall in Iceland
Quick facts
- Steinbogafoss is 156 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 22 min by car.
- The nearest town to Steinbogafoss is Vík.
- Steinbogafoss is a waterfall in South Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Vík |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 156 km by road, about 2 h 22 min |
| Region | South Iceland |
| Coordinates | 63.5380° N, 19.5021° 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.
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 Steinbogafoss?
Steinbogafoss is a waterfall in South Iceland.
Where is Steinbogafoss?
Steinbogafoss is at 63.5380° N, 19.5021° W, in South Iceland. The nearest town is Vík. The nearest other sight on our map is Fosstorfufoss, a waterfall about 274 m away in a straight line.
How far is Steinbogafoss from Reykjavík?
Steinbogafoss is 156 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 22 min by car.
How do I get to Steinbogafoss?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Steinbogafoss, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Vík.
Is there a trail to Steinbogafoss?
Yes. A walking route on our map leads there: Fimmvörðuháls (23 km, about 6 h 45 min).
Does it cost anything to visit Steinbogafoss?
We have not verified a fee for Steinbogafoss. 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
Place data from OpenStreetMap and Wikidata. Photographs from Wikimedia Commons, credited individually.
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