Waterfall · West Iceland
Pokafoss
waterfall in Iceland
Quick facts
- Pokafoss is 46 km from Reykjavík by road, about 56 min by car.
- The nearest town to Pokafoss is Reykjavík.
- Pokafoss is a waterfall in West Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Reykjavík |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 46 km by road, about 56 min |
| Region | West Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.2989° N, 21.4389° 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 Pokafoss?
Pokafoss is a waterfall in West Iceland.
Where is Pokafoss?
Pokafoss is at 64.2989° N, 21.4389° W, in West Iceland. The nearest town is Reykjavík. The nearest other sight on our map is Þórufoss, a waterfall about 5.4 km away in a straight line.
How far is Pokafoss from Reykjavík?
Pokafoss is 46 km from Reykjavík by road, about 56 min by car.
How do I get to Pokafoss?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Pokafoss, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Reykjavík.
Does it cost anything to visit Pokafoss?
We have not verified a fee for Pokafoss. 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 Pokafoss?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool, about 41 minutes' drive from Pokafoss. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Árbær & Pool (48 min), World Class Akranes & Pool (49 min).
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Soak here afterwards
- 41 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 48 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 49 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 50 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 52 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 55 min driveper visit with LifePass
- 59 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
On the way back
- 74 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 105 min drive
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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- Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
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