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Háifoss

Highlands, Iceland
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Háifoss

Highlands, Iceland

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Road conditions
Check live· From Reykjavík to the foss
Drive: Good·Visit now·30 min stop
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Free
No fees
Entry: Free
Parking: Free
No booking
Entry feeFree
ParkingFree
BookingNot needed
Getting thereCar recommended
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HighlandsReykjavíkSouth CoastWestNorthEastWestfjordsReykjanes
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Cars & campers

−15%exclusive discountFree cancellationKEF airport pickup 24/74.8
Dacia Duster 4x4
SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

Cheapest real 4WD in the fleet — gravel, the Westfjords and easy summer F-roads without truck prices.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol/diesel
Seats5
Drive4WD
From
5,355 kr6,300 kr/day
Reserve −15%
VW Caravelle
9-seater

VW Caravelle

Whole family or friend group in one car — gear in the back, room to stretch.

TransmissionAutomatic
FuelDiesel
Seats9
Drive2WD
From
12,750 kr15,000 kr/day
Reserve −15%
Key Camper Wild Duo
Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

Sleep right by the trailhead, wake up at the falls — F-road ready from mid-June.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol
Sleeps2
Drive4WD
From
5,304 kr6,240 kr/day
Reserve −15%

Tours near Háifoss

Free cancellationSmall groups
Glacier & Golden Circle
Adventure

Glacier & Golden Circle

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

Duration10 hours
PickupReykjavík
ActivitySnowmobile
VehicleSuper Jeep
From
49.990 kr
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Photos & videos

Háifoss — photo by Wikimedia CommonsWikimedia Commons

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Nearby

Waterfalls

#1.Háifoss
300 m

One of Iceland's tallest waterfalls at 122 meters. Located in a dramatic canyon with its…

Háifoss
#2.Granni
450 m

The Granni is a waterfall that cascades into the Fossardalur right beside the Háifoss. .

Granni
#3.Gjárfoss
6.5 km·~8 min drive

A waterfall in South Coast. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

Gjárfoss
#4.Hjálparfoss
13 km·~15 min drive

Hjálparfoss is one of several waterfalls in the south of Iceland situated in the lava…

Hjálparfoss
4 waterfalls near Highlands

Hot Springs

#1.Natural hot pot near Skeiða- og Gnúpverjahreppur
7.8 km·~9 min drive

Natural hot pot. Coordinates only - verify before visiting.

#2.Hrunalaug
29 km·~34 min drive

Small natural spring near Flúðir. Less crowded than Secret Lagoon. On private land -…

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Hrunamannahreppur
31 km·~37 min drive

Wild hot spring. Naturally heated, no facilities. Check conditions before going.

#4.Brúarpotturinn
32 km·~38 min drive

Hot spring in Westfjords. Natural geothermal bathing spot.

4 hot springs near Highlands

Campsites

#1.Áfangagil
13 km·~15 min drive

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Facilities…

#2.Sandártunga
17 km·~21 min drive

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Weather…

#3.Tjaldsvæðið í Þjórsárdal – Sandártunga
17 km·~21 min drive

The campsite is divided into several clearings, surrounded by trees, and renowned for its…

#4.Rjúpnavellir
20 km·~24 min drive

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Campfires…

4 campsites near Highlands

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúð
32 km·~38 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.Krambúðin
51 km·~61 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#3.Kjörbúðin
54 km·~65 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Krónan
57 km·~69 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Highlands

Gas stations

#1.Hrauneyjar
19 km·~23 min drive

Olís · 315.8 kr/L petrol

#2.Flúðir
32 km·~38 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Geysir
32 km·~38 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Árnes
33 km·~39 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Highlands

Tours

#1.Glacier & Golden Circle
10 hours·Pickup Reykjavík

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

from 32,990 krView tour →
1 tours near Highlands

Frequently
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How do I get to Háifoss?
Háifoss is in Highlands. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive — some overlooks sit on gravel or highland F-roads that need a 4×4 and only open in summer.
Is there parking at Háifoss?
Many Icelandic viewpoints are roadside pull-offs with a small marked parking area. Never stop on the road itself or on the soft verge — it blocks traffic and damages the moss, which is illegal. Use the marked lay-by.
Is Háifoss safe to visit?
Treat it with care. Icelandic viewpoints are often unfenced clifftops or exposed ridges, and weather changes fast — wind can knock you off balance near an edge. Keep back from drop-offs, bring layers even on a clear day, and check the forecast before you go.
When is the best time to visit Háifoss?
Long summer days give the most daylight and the clearest access. In winter, roads may be icy or closed and daylight is short — but the same spots double as aurora-watching points on clear, dark nights. Check road and weather conditions first.

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