Hafragilsfoss
A canyon waterfall about 2 km downstream of Dettifoss, about 27 m high. Viewpoints at the canyon rim overlook the deep gorge of the Jökulsá River.
Hafragilsfoss lies on the Jökulsá á Fjöllum, about 2 km downstream of Dettifoss. It is about 91 m wide and 27 m high. Its appeal lies less in the falls themselves than in the viewpoints. From the lookout on the east bank you can gaze down at the deep Jökulsá gorge and its red-and-black volcanic rock walls, a spectacular sight that is rarely crowded. Gravel Route 864 on the east side leads to the viewpoint, about a 5-minute drive from the Dettifoss east parking area. On the west side, Route 862 also has a trail with views. It is accessible only in summer (roughly June to September), as winter closes the roads. There are no railings at the canyon edge, so take care.
Opening hours
Open all day (while summer roads are open)
Nearby sights
- Dettifoss
- Selfoss
- Hljóðaklettar
- Ásbyrgi
- Krafla & Víti Crater
- Leirhnjúkur
- Hverir (Námaskarð)
- Mývatn Nature Baths