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Runufoss is in the Highlands, Iceland at 65.1724°N, 18.8118°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Runufoss weather and conditions

At Runufoss in Highlands, conditions as of 1 September 2026, 02:00 (Iceland time): 3°C, overcast, wind 1 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 49 m (sunrise 05:51, sunset 20:40). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 1 September 2026, 02:00· source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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

Nearby

km column = your drive

  1. 1Skuggafoss55 km
  2. 2Gýgjarfoss59 km
  3. 3Hvanngiljafoss88 km
  4. 4Dynkur94 km
  5. 5Fagrifoss97 km

Hot Springs

#1.Laugafell
28 km·~33 min drive

Pool hot spring

#2.Reykjafoss Warm Waterfall
28 km·~33 min drive

Geothermal spot

#3.Natural hot pot near Skagafjörður
41 km·~49 min drive

Swimming_pool hot spring

#4.Geothermal hot spring near Skagafjörður
41 km·~50 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

4 hot springs near Highlands

Campsites

#1.Laugafell
28 km·~33 min drive

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

#2.Himnasvalir
30 km·~36 min drive

Himnasvalir is a camp site and mobile home site in the heart of they valley Norðurárdalur…

#3.Bakkaflöt tjaldsvæði
41 km·~49 min drive

Next to the river Svartá, we have a beautiful campsite with Mountain View and lovely…

#4.Lambeyri
41 km·~49 min drive

North Iceland camping option. Less crowded than the south, with dramatic landscapes and…

4 campsites near Highlands

Supermarkets

#1.Bónus
64 km·~77 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#2.Fisk Kompaní
64 km·~77 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#3.Nettó
65 km·~78 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#4.Krambúð
65 km·~78 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Highlands

Gas stations

#1.Varmahlíð
52 km·~62 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#2.Kjarnagata
64 km·~77 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#3.Akureyri Leiruvegur
65 km·~78 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Mýrarvegur
65 km·~78 min drive

Orkan · 279.7 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

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