skogafoss waterfall hike

Sigurður grew up not far from here, first getting to know this local area as a park ranger.After leaving the upper volcanic fields, heading north, you’ll begin the descent down to Thórsmörk along a ridgeline with great vistas both to the east and west, looking down into deep canyons and across barren plateaus. Our Iceland trip wouldn’t have been the same without having this itinerary and the availability to discuss with Kim Kim while I was there ...""Our trip was beautifully planned by Pauline. Better hiking in Iceland than this one.Short hike to waterfall. Don't just stick to the bottom: climb the steps to the top and continue going up the path to see more falls and terrific views. We did another mile down the trail for another 3 waterfalls and amazing shots.

There were about 100 people at the bottom and along the top path we came across maybe a dozen people.busy but worth it.

as you follow along the eastern bank of Skógá river. With an intimidating 60 meter drop, Skógafoss is one of Iceland’s biggest waterfalls. It offers not only a view of one of the world’s most prestigious waterfalls, but you can also take a set of stairs to the top and enjoy a beautiful hike along the Skógá river. Often the names are quite similar making terms easy to recognize, but we’ve added a table below of common terms used in this article to help recognize these terms during your trip.Chat with a local specialist who can help organize your trip.Chat with a local specialist who can help organize your trip.If you’re looking for a great one-day hike that combines the best of Iceland into a single trek, this is it. We didn’t keep count, but I can tell you, it’s a lot of waterfalls.

These stairs are also the beginning of the Fimmvörðuháls pass. Lots and lots of waterfalls! I have listed approximate distances and hiking times from Skógafoss. There’s also a rumor that one of the first settlers in Iceland, Þrasi Þórólfsson, hid a treasure chest somewhere behind Skógafoss.I often tend to complain about crowds in my reviews (and this one is no different), but for this waterfall I get it. We saw the northern lights faintly shine above these falls and I'll never forget it. We did get lucky enough to have some sun, giving us the beautiful double rainbows across the falls.Extremely easy access to get to this waterfall and if you are lucky enough you can actually catch a moon bow in the mist if you are photographing it at night! Best to check the weather beforehand and ensure that you have the right gear in case of sudden weather changes.The Icelandic language has its own unique characters, sometimes translated both with or without accents. The landscape changes here. My dad and I did this in about 3 hours, but we took a billion photos. When you approach these new peaks, pick up some of the rocks and feel how light they are.

By the eighth you see why they were so happy. Anyone of average fitness can do this hike, kids included.Below, I am breaking this hike into sections. This full hike from Skogafoss to Thorsmork or vice versa is called the Fimmvorduhals Hike. Don’t stop short of that point, it’s worth it. Dig into the ground a little and you may still be able to feel the heat emanating from the magma far below.

She somehow managed to almost perfectly ti...""It is one thing to book and adventure into the unknown to try to figure it out for yourself. Keep in mind, this day-hike is as long as it is rewarding.Our local travel specialists have been recommended byChat with a local specialist who can help organize your trip. It is a beautiful, breathtaking walk and it just might be one of your highlights on a visit to Iceland.I read from several sources that 26 waterfalls can be found on the Skógá River. This is also the start of the Fimmvorduhals pass, a popular hiking route. Laugavegur is known for its multi-colored mountains and dramatic scenery and has mountain huts (payment required) along the way for accommodation.The best season for hiking in Iceland is generally from July to mid-September, when the weather is at its best and the trails are clear of snow. By continuing to browse this website you are agreeing to our use of cookies. The Fimmvörðuháls trail takes you through some of the most dramatic scenery Iceland has to offer, from a series of canyon waterfalls to a volcanic moonscape. Millions of gallons of glacier water cascade over the huge cliff every day. Among the many hiking trails in Iceland, the Fimmvörðuháls hike (also referred to as the Fimm hike) is one of the best day hikes. It’s located in the southwest — one of the busiest tourist regions of Iceland — yet few travelers complete the full hike. You can hike up the right side of the falls for a stunning view of the river before it tumbles down to the ground.

It is fed by two glaciers which are the water sources for the falls: Eyjafjallajokull and Myrdalsjokull. Nowadays the shoreline is about five 5 km south of Skogafoss. The green vegetation begins to fade away, replaced with a gray, rocky, landscape. But it is amazing.

Climbing a massive set of stairs to reach the summit of Skogafoss waterfall. Expected more.

After you’re done exploring around the waterfall, you can take the set of stairs on the eastern side of the falls which leads you to a viewing deck at the top of the falls.