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Jökulsárgljúfur National Park

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Jökulsárgljúfur National Park

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Jökulsárgljúfur National Park

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    1. Dettifoss Viewpoint – Selfoss Waterfall loop from Kópasker

    3.08km

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Expert hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    January 1, 2024

    Filming location of the blockbuster “Prometheus”.. Never ever been so wet… Rain horizontally…

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      September 21, 2025

      In Jökulsárgljúfur National Park, the Jökulsá á Fjöllum River has created Iceland's longest river canyon, stretching over 25 km. There are several beautiful hiking trails through the park, starting at the Vesturdalur campsite. One tour leads to the red mountain cones of the Rauðhólar crater series, which offer excellent views over the canyon. Those who want to hike the three waterfalls of Jökulsárgljúfur can take the hiking trail above the canyon and pass the Hafragilsfoss, Dettifoss, and Selfoss waterfalls one after the other.

      With the establishment of Vatnajökull National Park in 2008, Jökulsárgljúfur National Park was incorporated into the larger park.

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        Location: Norðurþing, Iceland

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