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Highlands, Iceland

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Háifoss

Highlands, Iceland

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Map of Háifoss

Háifoss is in the Highlands, Iceland at 64.2053°N, 19.6855°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Plan your visit

Getting there: Road 332 (Háifoss)
Off the main road: 5.2 km from Route 32
Nearest town: Flúðir — 32.4 km away
Distance from Reykjavík: 110 km in a straight line
What else is close: 72 mapped places within 20 km

Háifoss weather and conditions

At Háifoss in Highlands, conditions as of 1 September 2026, 08:00 (Iceland time): 5°C (feels like 0°C), clear, wind 7 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 42 m (sunrise 05:58, sunset 20:40). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 1 September 2026, 08:00· source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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Cars & campers

−12%exclusive discountFree cancellation

KEF airport pickup 24/74.8

SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

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

VW Caravelle

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

TransmissionAutomatic

12,750 kr15,000 kr/day

Reserve −12%

Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

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

Tours near Háifoss

Free cancellation

Small groups

Sightseeing

(Cruise Ships) Lake Mývatn and Goðafoss

Lake Mývatn and the surrounding area are an absolute must if you're exploring the North!

Duration6 hours 30 minutes

HighlightsNorth Iceland

(RS) Lake Myvatn & Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri

Discover the wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide.

Duration6 hours

HighlightsNorth Iceland

A Gourmet golden circle - a taste of Iceland combined with amazing nature attractions!

Embark on a private adventure through the Golden Circle with Northern Adventurer.

Duration8 hours

HighlightsReykjavík area

Photos & videos

Háifoss — photo by Chris 73 · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0

Photo: Chris 73 · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0

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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.

Nearby

km column = your drive

Waterfalls

#1.Granni

450 m

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

#2.Gjárfoss

6.5 km·~8 min drive

A waterfall in South Coast.

#3.Hjálparfoss

13 km·~15 min drive

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

#4.Rangárbotnar

15 km·~18 min drive

A waterfall in South Coast.

4 waterfalls near Highlands

Hot Springs

#1.Natural hot pot near Skeiða- og Gnúpverjahreppur

7.8 km·~9 min drive

Swimming_pool hot spring

#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

Natural hot spring

#4.Brúarpotturinn

32 km·~38 min drive

Geothermal 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

F-Roads

#1.F335 Hagavatnsvegur

11 km·~13 min drive

Road to a glacier lake with a hidden waterfall

#2.F338 Skjaldbreiðarvegur

14 km·~16 min drive

Power line road across a shield volcano

#3.F337 Hlöðuvallavegur

17 km·~21 min drive

Circles a mountain through a boulder field

#4.F225 Landmannaleið

20 km·~24 min drive

Western shortcut to Landmannalaugar

4 f-roads 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.(Cruise Ships) Lake Mývatn and Goðafoss

6 hours 30 minutes

Lake Mývatn and the surrounding area are an absolute must if you're exploring the North!

from 25.300 ISKView tour →

#2.(RS) Lake Myvatn & Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri

6 hours

Discover the wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide.

from 25.900 ISKView tour →

#3.A Gourmet golden circle - a taste of Iceland combined with amazing nature attractions!

8 hours

Embark on a private adventure through the Golden Circle with Northern Adventurer.

from 159.000 ISKView tour →

3 tours near Highlands

Data & sources

Everything on this page comes from the sources below. Live feeds refresh automatically.

Wikimedia CommonsHero & gallery photography · Chris 73 · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0
VegagerðinVisitor access & practical facts
VegagerðinLive road status & cameras · Icelandic Road Administration
Open-MeteoWeather forecast · CC BY 4.0
NOAA SWPCAurora (planetary Kp) forecast · public domain
OpenStreetMapInteractive-map data · ODbL
Esri, Maxar & Earthstar GeographicsSatellite imagery for the 3D terrain render · GIS User Community