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Dimmufoss

Highlands, Iceland

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Dimmufoss

Highlands, Iceland

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Dimmufoss is a waterfall on the Hrauntúnslækur stream in the Icelandic Highlands.

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Dimmufoss is in the Highlands, Iceland at 64.2807°N, 20.4231°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Dimmufoss weather and conditions

At Dimmufoss in Highlands, conditions as of 1 September 2026, 03:15 (Iceland time): 4°C (feels like 0°C), clear, wind 4 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 42 m (sunrise 06:01, sunset 20:43). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 1 September 2026, 03:15· 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 Dimmufoss

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

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How do I get to Dimmufoss?

Dimmufoss is located in Highlands. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive.

Is Dimmufoss free to visit?

Most Icelandic waterfalls are free to enter. Parking may cost 700–1000 ISK — use the Parka app or pay on-site.

What is the best time to visit Dimmufoss?

Dimmufoss is accessible year-round. Summer offers the best light; winter can be dramatic but check road conditions first.

Nearby

km column = your drive

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2Nýifoss23 km
3Háifoss36 km
4Granni37 km
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#2.Midfoss

5.1 km·~6 min drive

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#3.Hlauptungufoss

5.5 km·~7 min drive

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4 waterfalls near Highlands

Hot Springs

#1.Natural hot pot near Bláskógabyggð

950 m

Swimming_pool hot spring

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Bláskógabyggð

1.9 km·~2 min drive

Hot_tub hot spring

#3.Þvottahver

6.7 km·~8 min drive

Suður frá Reykjatúninu, meðfram ánni , er Þvottahversmór, ágætt engi, því volgu vatni er…

#4.Sísjóðandi

6.7 km·~8 min drive

Vestan við Þykkvuhveri er Sísjóðandi (29). Hann er mjög heitur og sýður mikið á köflum,…

4 hot springs near Highlands

Campsites

#1.Úthlíð, Biskupstungu

1 km·~1 min drive

The camp site Uthlid at Biskupstungur has much to offer. You will find a swimming pool, a…

#2.Tjaldsvæði Úthlíð

1.1 km·~1 min drive

Highland campsite accessible in summer only. F-road driving required. Basic facilities…

#3.Tjaldsvæði Starfsmannafélags ÍSAL

4.7 km·~6 min drive

West Iceland camping. Access to Snæfellsnes peninsula and western attractions. Good…

#4.Geysir, Haukadal

6.6 km·~8 min drive

The camp site at Geysir in Haukadal is located next to the famous geyser Geysir and is…

4 campsites near Highlands

F-Roads

#1.F261 Emstruleið

21 km·~26 min drive

The easier back door to Þórsmörk

1 f-roads near Highlands

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúðin

17 km·~20 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.Krambúð

17 km·~21 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#3.Hagkaup Sérvara

47 km·~56 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Bónus

47 km·~56 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Highlands

Gas stations

#1.Geysir

6.6 km·~8 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#2.Brautarhóll

12 km·~14 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Laugarvatn

17 km·~20 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Flúðir

17 km·~21 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.

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