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Best waterfalls in Iceland
13 hand-picked waterfalls in Iceland, with photos, maps, trail stats and site-specific safety guidance. Tap any card to see directions, height, and visit tips.
Gullfoss
Haukadalur, Southern Region
Iceland's iconic two-tier 'Golden Falls'.
Skogafoss
Skogar, Southern Region
Iconic 60m-tall South Iceland waterfall.
Seljalandsfoss
Hvolsvollur, Southern Region
Walk behind this famous South Iceland waterfall.
Godafoss
Akureyri, Northeastern Region
Crescent-shaped 'Waterfall of the Gods' in North Iceland.
Dettifoss
Vatnajokull National Park, Northeastern Region
Europe's most powerful waterfall.
Svartifoss
Skaftafell, Eastern Region
Basalt-column 'Black Falls' in Vatnajokull National Park.
Hraunfossar
Borgarfjordur, Western Region
Lava-field springs cascading into the Hvita.
Háifoss
Thjórsárdalur, Southern Region
Twin canyon plunge in central Iceland.
Hengifoss
Egilsstadir, Eastern Region
Stripe-banded canyon plunge in east Iceland.
Barnafoss
Borgarfjordur, Western Region
Powerful river-cascade beside Hraunfossar.
Glymur
Hvalfjordur, Capital Region
Iceland's second-tallest waterfall.
Aldeyjarfoss
Skagafjordur, Northeastern Region
Basalt-column highland fall.
Kirkjufellsfoss
Snaefellsnes, Western Region
Iconic mountain-and-fall composition.
Stay safe at every waterfall
Wet rocks, hidden currents and fast-changing weather catch out experienced hikers every year. Read our quick safety guide before you head out.