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Laxfoss

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Laxfoss is a waterfall on the Norðurá river in West Iceland.

5 km south of the waterfall Glanni. It has a strong salmon run. The waterfall can be reached by a turn-off from the Ring Road, or on foot from Glanni waterfall and Munaðarnes. Plant fossils and lignite (surtarbrandur) are found in the vicinity. A nearby abandoned farm also called Laxfoss was deserted in 1981 — the last farm to be abandoned in Ysta-Tunga — and its house has since been restored and is now used as a summer house.

Translated from Icelandic Wikipedia · CC BY-SA 4.0

Map of Laxfoss

Laxfoss is in West Iceland at 64.7343°N, 21.5748°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Laxfoss weather and conditions

At Laxfoss in West Iceland, conditions as of 11 September 2026, 07:30 (Iceland time): 5°C, mostly clear, wind 2 m/s. Daylight today: 13 h 39 m (sunrise 06:34, sunset 20:13). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

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How do I get to Laxfoss?
Laxfoss is located in West Iceland. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive.
Is Laxfoss 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 Laxfoss?
Laxfoss is accessible year-round. Summer offers the best light; winter can be dramatic but check road conditions first.

Nearby

km column = your drive

  1. 1Glanni3 km
  2. 2Klettsfoss10 km
  3. 3Maríuerlufoss12 km
  4. 4Neðstifoss12 km
  5. 5Hundsfoss13 km

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Borgarbyggð
3.8 km·~5 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#2.Natural hot pot near Borgarbyggð
5 km·~6 min drive

Swimming_pool hot spring

#3.Árhver
13 km·~16 min drive

Natural hot spring

#4.Skrifla
16 km·~19 min drive

Hverinn hitaði upp skólann, öll íbúðarhús og mörg önnur hús staðarins allt til ársins 1974

4 hot springs near West Iceland

Campsites

#1.Varmaland
4.9 km·~6 min drive

The camp site at Varmaland is a big and spacious area and is well suitable for groups and…

#2.Hverinn, Kleppjárnsreykjum
12 km·~14 min drive

The camp site has 80-100 spots for tents, trailers and RV’s. In 60 spots you’ll find…

#3.Fossatún
16 km·~19 min drive

Fossatún is located between Borgarnes and Reykholt in Borgarfjörður. The environment and…

#4.Selsskógur
23 km·~28 min drive

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

4 campsites near West Iceland

Supermarkets

#1.Hyrnan
27 km·~32 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#2.Ljómalind
27 km·~32 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#3.Nettó
27 km·~32 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#4.Bónus
27 km·~32 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near West Iceland

Gas stations

#1.Hreðavatnsskáli
4.1 km·~5 min drive

Orkan · 303.6 kr/L petrol

#2.Baulan
7.8 km·~9 min drive

Orkan · 279.7 kr/L petrol

#3.Reykholt
16 km·~19 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Borgarnes
24 km·~29 min drive

Atlantsolía · 279.8 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near West Iceland

Tours

#1.Day Trek to Akrafjall: The Troll's Mountain
6 hours 30 minutes

IF THIS ONE SHOWS UNAVAILABLE, CHECK OUR OTHER DAY TOURS as we run one tour per day.

from 18.101 ISKView tour →
#2.From Grundarfjörður Port: Private Snaefellsness Tour
8 hours

Step away from busy destinations like the Golden Circle and the South Coast with the tour.

from 269.900 ISKView tour →
#3.Grundarfjordur Port: Small Group Snaefellsnes Peninsula from Cruise Terminal
5 hours

Join a small group shore excursion from Grundarfjordur Port and explore the landscapes of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula often call

from 25.340 ISKView tour →
3 tours near West Iceland

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