Skogafoss

Waterfall Rangárþing eystra, Suðurland, Iceland

What to expect

Skógafoss is a breathtaking 60-meter high waterfall in the river Skógá, located near the village of Skógar. The waterfall is surrounded by picturesque scenery and is a popular tourist destination. Visitors can walk up to the waterfall and feel the mist on their faces, and on sunny days, a vivid rainbow can be seen in front of the falls. The river below the falls holds a large salmon and char population, making it a great spot for fishing. The path leading to the top of the waterfalls continues upstream, where numerous more dramatic waterfalls can be found, making it a great hike for families. The area is also home to a fascinating local folk museum with a collection of over 6,000 artifacts and examples of various types of dwellings in Iceland since the early times

Plan your family visit to the Skogafoss with these blog insights 👇

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Skogafoss and were impressed by its size and power

Highlights: We were impressed by its size and power ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Skógafoss, a powerful waterfall with a height of over 60 meters. We could get close to the waterfall and even climb the steps to see it from above

Highlights: The waterfall was incredible, with a huge flow of water and a beautiful view. We also enjoyed the chance to climb the steps to see it from above ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We admired this 62-meter waterfall from the top and bottom. The scenery changed significantly between our visits, two days apart

Highlights: We enjoyed the breathtaking views of the waterfall and its surroundings ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the waterfall, which was apparently a location in the movie Thor: The Dark World

Highlights: The kids were excited to see the waterfall that was featured in Thor: The Dark World ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We climbed to the top of the waterfall

Highlights: The kids loved the adventure and the stunning views ✨