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Skógafoss – Steinbogafoss loop from Skogafoss

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Skógafoss – Steinbogafoss loop from Skogafoss

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Skógafoss – Steinbogafoss loop from Skogafoss

01:18

4.14km

150m

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 31, 2026

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871 m

Skógafoss

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The Skóga River flows down the slopes and ends in a series of twenty waterfalls, the last of which, the Skógafoss, falls from a 61m high cliff, painted green by the vegetation.

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1.03 km

Hestavaðsfoss Waterfall

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From the Skógafoss you can continue walking along the Skogargil gorge, where there are even more waterfalls. 45' extra walk.

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1.08 km

Fimmvörðuháls Trail Signpost

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Follows the river upstream passing several more cascades and smaller waterfalls.

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1.46 km

Fosstorfufoss

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Alt: 140m It is the second waterfall one encounters when walking upstream from the Skógafoss waterfall. The waterfall is located about 600 meters above Skógafoss (or about 400 meters beyond …

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1.81 km

River Section on the Laugavegur Trail

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The Laugavegur trail is known for its breathtaking landscapes and numerous waterfalls, making it a popular choice for hikers looking to experience Iceland's natural beauty.

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2.10 km

Niklasfoss

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Nice long drawn out Fossi, but just one of many, many more.

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2.31 km

Steinbogafoss

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Alt 250m Steinbogafoss is a waterfall that you encounter when you walk upstream from Skógafoss along the famous Laugavegur trail. It is the third major waterfall you encounter on this …

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4.14 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.18 km

556 m

236 m

168 m

Surfaces

3.00 km

786 m

328 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (170 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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June 25, 2023,Tag 8 - Island: Skógafoss & Co. bei 🌧️🇮🇸

According to the guide, Skógafoss is one of the largest and most beautiful waterfalls in Iceland with an amazing width of 25 meters and a drop of 60 meters.

It's worth going up the 400 steps and hiking a little further, as there is a fascinating landscape and views of more waterfalls 🤩!

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June 22, 2025,Wanderung Am Skoga Voss

After leaving the tourist hot spot at the waterfall and climbing the 466 steps to the top, we continued hiking along the river. Unfortunately, the trail became increasingly narrow and steep, so we decided to turn back. Nevertheless, the area up to that point was still impressively beautiful.

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July 22, 2023,Wanderung am Skogafoss

Another spectacular waterfall, Skogafoss. Here, next to the waterfall, it is worth following the river upstream, you will pass a lot of rapids/other waterfalls, which are worth seeing in and of themselves. The hike can be extended as you like, it won't be boring 😉.

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June 16, 2023,🇮🇸Skogafoss 🌊

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After the somewhat hectic arrival 🤪🥵🙈 with the S-Bahn being blocked in Munich etc., a few waterfalls 🌊 were necessary today to cool down 🥵🤪🤣.
First enjoyed princely ☕️🍰 in Cafe Freya😋, then to the waterfall🌊, it is also a hotspot in the south of Iceland, but of course also a must☝️👍🔨👀🥰, you can then go …

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Skógafoss – Steinbogafoss loop from Skogafoss

Skógafoss

Hestavaðsfoss Waterfall

Fimmvörðuháls Trail Signpost

Fosstorfufoss

River Section on the Laugavegur Trail

Niklasfoss

Steinbogafoss

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