Háifoss
About
One of Iceland's tallest waterfalls at 122 meters. Located in a dramatic canyon with its smaller neighbor Granni right beside it. Remote, uncrowded, and absolutely worth the effort.
The scale is hard to grasp until you're standing there. Two waterfalls plunge into the same canyon, side by side. The drive and hike make you earn it. That's part of what makes it special.
Fed by the Fossá river, which originates in the highlands near Hekla volcano. The canyon was carved over millennia by water and ice. The name means 'high falls' — simple and accurate.
You'll need a 4x4 to get close. From the parking area, it's a short hike to the viewpoint. Come in morning for best light on the falls. Granni is the smaller neighbor — don't forget to look at both.
Cars & campers
Toyota RAV4
Heated seats for winter waterfall runs, range for highland summer loops.
VW Caravelle
Whole family or friend group in one car — gear in the back, room to stretch.
Key Camper Wild Duo
Sleep right by the trailhead, wake up at the falls — F-road ready from mid-June.
Tours near Háifoss
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Walking behind a 60-meter waterfall is something you don't forget. We went at sunset and the light through the curtain was absolutely magical. Bring proper rain gear — you WILL get soaked through. The path is well-maintained but rocky.
Best light at sunrise before the tour buses arrive. The path behind is slippery in winter but doable with spikes. Don't skip Gljúfrabúi next door — most tourists walk right past it, but it's a hidden waterfall inside a cave. Spectacular.
Stopped here on a Ring Road trip in early January. The path behind the waterfall was closed due to ice — check conditions before you go if walking behind is the main reason. Still stunning from the front though.




