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Dettifoss viewpointRoger McLassus · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0
Selfoss viewpointMartin Falbisoner · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
Hafragilsfoss viewpointBromr · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0

North Iceland Viewpoints

200 viewpoints in North Iceland — mapped with live road conditions, drive times, and directions.

200 viewpoints in North Iceland, led by Dettifoss and Selfoss. All mapped with drive times, directions, and live road conditions.

Top viewpoints in North Iceland

The region's stand-outs — each with photos, facts, and its own page.

Dettifoss viewpoint

Dettifoss

Viewpoint for Europe's most powerful waterfall. Two sides - east (easier access) and west (better views). Feel the spray and thunder. Vatnajökull National Park.

Selfoss viewpoint

Selfoss

Viewpoint for the horseshoe waterfall just upstream from Dettifoss. Often overlooked - just as impressive in its own way. 10-minute walk from Dettifoss.

Hafragilsfoss viewpoint

Hafragilsfoss

Viewpoint for the waterfall downstream from Dettifoss. Deep canyon with dramatic drop. Less visited but powerful. Complete the trilogy of Jökulsá á Fjöllum waterfalls.

Hafragilsfoss viewpoint

Hafragilsfoss

Viewpoint for the waterfall downstream from Dettifoss. Deep canyon with dramatic drop. Less visited but powerful. Complete the trilogy of Jökulsá á Fjöllum waterfalls.

Selfoss viewpoint

Selfoss

Viewpoint for the horseshoe waterfall just upstream from Dettifoss. Often overlooked - just as impressive in its own way. 10-minute walk from Dettifoss.

Ásbyrgi viewpoint

Ásbyrgi

Viewpoints in the horseshoe-shaped canyon in North Iceland. Norse mythology says Odin's horse created it. Lush birch forest - rare in Iceland. Hiking trails to rim viewpoints.

Wheelchair accessible

Distances between them

1Dettifoss Selfoss1.1 km · ~1 min drive
2Selfoss Selfoss< 1 km · ~1 min drive
3Selfoss Hafragilsfoss3.5 km · ~4 min drive
4Hafragilsfoss Hafragilsfoss< 1 km · ~1 min drive
5Hafragilsfoss Ásbyrgi20.1 km · ~24 min drive

200 viewpoints in North Iceland

Unnamed viewpoint

Northern viewing spot where volcanic features meet coastal scenery. Fewer crowds than the south, equal beauty. Weather changes quickly - bring layers even on nice days.

Wheelchair accessible

Unnamed viewpoint

Northern viewing spot where volcanic features meet coastal scenery. Fewer crowds than the south, equal beauty. Weather changes quickly - bring layers even on nice days.

Wheelchair accessible
Dettifoss viewpoint

Dettifoss

Viewpoint for Europe's most powerful waterfall. Two sides - east (easier access) and west (better views). Feel the spray and thunder. Vatnajökull National Park.

Selfoss viewpoint

Selfoss

Viewpoint for the horseshoe waterfall just upstream from Dettifoss. Often overlooked - just as impressive in its own way. 10-minute walk from Dettifoss.

Hafragilsfoss viewpoint

Hafragilsfoss

Viewpoint for the waterfall downstream from Dettifoss. Deep canyon with dramatic drop. Less visited but powerful. Complete the trilogy of Jökulsá á Fjöllum waterfalls.

Hafragilsfoss viewpoint

Hafragilsfoss

Viewpoint for the waterfall downstream from Dettifoss. Deep canyon with dramatic drop. Less visited but powerful. Complete the trilogy of Jökulsá á Fjöllum waterfalls.

Unnamed viewpoint

Northern viewing spot where volcanic features meet coastal scenery. Fewer crowds than the south, equal beauty. Weather changes quickly - bring layers even on nice days.

Wheelchair accessible

Utsynisstaður

Northern viewing spot where volcanic features meet coastal scenery. Fewer crowds than the south, equal beauty. Weather changes quickly - bring layers even on nice days.

Unnamed viewpoint

Northern viewing spot where volcanic features meet coastal scenery. Fewer crowds than the south, equal beauty. Weather changes quickly - bring layers even on nice days.

Wheelchair accessible
Selfoss viewpoint

Selfoss

Viewpoint for the horseshoe waterfall just upstream from Dettifoss. Often overlooked - just as impressive in its own way. 10-minute walk from Dettifoss.

Ásbyrgi viewpoint

Ásbyrgi

Viewpoints in the horseshoe-shaped canyon in North Iceland. Norse mythology says Odin's horse created it. Lush birch forest - rare in Iceland. Hiking trails to rim viewpoints.

Wheelchair accessible
Illugastaðir viewpoint

Illugastaðir

North Iceland viewpoint offering perspectives on the dramatic landscapes of the Diamond Circle region. Best light for photography is often early morning or late evening.

Goðafoss Waterfall

Viewpoints at the 'Waterfall of the Gods'. Where Iceland's pagan idols were thrown when Christianity adopted in 1000 AD. Beautiful horseshoe shape. Easy access from Ring Road.

Wheelchair accessible

Point of View

Northern viewing spot where volcanic features meet coastal scenery. Fewer crowds than the south, equal beauty. Weather changes quickly - bring layers even on nice days.

Unnamed viewpoint

Northern viewing spot where volcanic features meet coastal scenery. Fewer crowds than the south, equal beauty. Weather changes quickly - bring layers even on nice days.

Wheelchair accessible
Aldeyjarfoss viewpoint

Aldeyjarfoss

Viewpoint for a dramatic waterfall surrounded by basalt columns. Requires gravel road drive. Less visited but many photographers say it's Iceland's most beautiful waterfall.

Hringsbjarg viewpoint

Hringsbjarg

North Iceland overlook. The north rewards those who venture beyond the south coast crowds. Some viewpoints require short hikes - check access before wearing flip-flops.

Dettifoss viewpoint

Dettifoss

Viewpoint for Europe's most powerful waterfall. Two sides - east (easier access) and west (better views). Feel the spray and thunder. Vatnajökull National Park.

Hvítserkur viewpoint

Hvítserkur

Northern viewing spot where volcanic features meet coastal scenery. Fewer crowds than the south, equal beauty. Consider the sun position when timing your visit for photos.

Kirkjan viewpoint

Kirkjan

Northern viewing spot where volcanic features meet coastal scenery. Fewer crowds than the south, equal beauty. Weather changes quickly - bring layers even on nice days.

Skessugarður

North Iceland viewpoint offering perspectives on the dramatic landscapes of the Diamond Circle region. Best light for photography is often early morning or late evening.

Unnamed viewpoint

Northern viewing spot where volcanic features meet coastal scenery. Fewer crowds than the south, equal beauty. Weather changes quickly - bring layers even on nice days.

Wheelchair accessible
Hafragilsfoss viewpoint

Hafragilsfoss

Viewpoint for the waterfall downstream from Dettifoss. Deep canyon with dramatic drop. Less visited but powerful. Complete the trilogy of Jökulsá á Fjöllum waterfalls.

Hafragilsfoss viewpoint

Hafragilsfoss

Viewpoint for the waterfall downstream from Dettifoss. Deep canyon with dramatic drop. Less visited but powerful. Complete the trilogy of Jökulsá á Fjöllum waterfalls.

Seal watching

Northern viewing spot where volcanic features meet coastal scenery. Fewer crowds than the south, equal beauty. Weather changes quickly - bring layers even on nice days.

Selaskoðun

Northern viewing spot where volcanic features meet coastal scenery. Fewer crowds than the south, equal beauty. Consider the sun position when timing your visit for photos.

Selfoss viewpoint

Selfoss

Viewpoint for the horseshoe waterfall just upstream from Dettifoss. Often overlooked - just as impressive in its own way. 10-minute walk from Dettifoss.

Unnamed viewpoint

Northern viewing spot where volcanic features meet coastal scenery. Fewer crowds than the south, equal beauty. Weather changes quickly - bring layers even on nice days.

Wheelchair accessible

Unnamed viewpoint

Northern viewing spot where volcanic features meet coastal scenery. Fewer crowds than the south, equal beauty. Weather changes quickly - bring layers even on nice days.

Wheelchair accessible

Fotarklappir

North Iceland viewpoint offering perspectives on the dramatic landscapes of the Diamond Circle region. Best light for photography is often early morning or late evening.

Goðafoss

North Iceland overlook. The north rewards those who venture beyond the south coast crowds. Respect barriers and stay on marked paths near cliff edges.

Klappir

Northern viewing spot where volcanic features meet coastal scenery. Fewer crowds than the south, equal beauty. Weather changes quickly - bring layers even on nice days.

Unnamed viewpoint

Northern viewing spot where volcanic features meet coastal scenery. Fewer crowds than the south, equal beauty. Weather changes quickly - bring layers even on nice days.

Wheelchair accessible
Stuðlagil viewpoint

Stuðlagil

North Iceland viewpoint offering perspectives on the dramatic landscapes of the Diamond Circle region. GPS coordinates help locate viewpoints that may not have obvious signs.

Stuðlagil viewpoint

Stuðlagil

North Iceland viewpoint offering perspectives on the dramatic landscapes of the Diamond Circle region. GPS coordinates help locate viewpoints that may not have obvious signs.

Stuðlagil viewpoint

Stuðlagil

North Iceland viewpoint offering perspectives on the dramatic landscapes of the Diamond Circle region. GPS coordinates help locate viewpoints that may not have obvious signs.

Vatnsnes viewpoint

Vatnsnes

North Iceland overlook. The north rewards those who venture beyond the south coast crowds. Respect barriers and stay on marked paths near cliff edges.

Bólugilsfoss

North Iceland viewpoint offering perspectives on the dramatic landscapes of the Diamond Circle region. Best light for photography is often early morning or late evening.