Waterfall · South Iceland
Skógafoss
waterfall on the Skógá River in Iceland
Quick facts
- Skógafoss is 155 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 22 min by car.
- Skógafoss is 62 metres tall.
- The nearest town to Skógafoss is Vík.
- Skógafoss is a waterfall in South Iceland.
The facts
| Height | 62 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Vík |
| From Reykjavík | 155 km by road, about 2 h 22 min |
| Region | South Iceland |
| Coordinates | 63.5321° N, 19.5114° 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 Skógafoss?
Skógafoss is a waterfall in South Iceland.
Where is Skógafoss?
Skógafoss is at 63.5321° N, 19.5114° W, in South Iceland. The nearest town is Vík. The nearest other sight on our map is Hestavaðsfoss, a waterfall about 227 m away in a straight line.
How far is Skógafoss from Reykjavík?
Skógafoss is 155 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 22 min by car.
How do I get to Skógafoss?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Skógafoss, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Vík.
How tall is Skógafoss?
Skógafoss is 62 metres tall.
Is there a trail to Skógafoss?
Yes. A walking route on our map leads there: Fimmvörðuháls (23 km, about 6 h 45 min).
Does it cost anything to visit Skógafoss?
We have not verified a fee for Skógafoss. 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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