Skogafoss waterfall is huge! It is also considered one of the most beautiful in Iceland. That is saying something, I think we must have seen dozens of waterfalls on our drive along the south coast alone.
The waterfall is on the river Skoga, which originates from the Eyjafjallajokull glacier and the westernmost part of the Myrdalsjokall glacier. (Did you get those names? There will be questions later). As the river approaches the edge of the moor, it runs over a layer of hard rock then it rushes down in a 15 metre wide and 62 metre high waterfall.
It is possible to get quite close to the waterfall and get some sense of the power of the rushing water, and get a bit wet.
There are just over 500 steps to take you to the top of the waterfall. They are a bit difficult at the bottom, but get easier as you climb. There are regular platforms where you can stop, admire the view, and catch your breath.
The view from the bottom of the waterfall is more spectacular, but it looks wonderful from the top too.
The white dots on the cliffs are nesting seagulls.
There is farmland beside the waterfall, where sheep graze, oblivious to their gorgeous surroundings.
Yhere is no entry fee to see the waterfall, there is ample parking and a cafe awaits you at the bottom.
