A trail climbing from Skógafoss up the Skógá River gorge toward Þórsmörk, crossing the pass between two glaciers. The first section passes over twenty waterfalls and turns quiet within an hour of the crowds at Skógafoss.
Highlights
- Skógá River waterfall gorge
- Steinbogafoss
- Lava fields between glaciers
Good to know
- Full route about 25 km, 1000+ m ascent
- Bridge about 7 km in, popular turnaround
- Steep, slippery sections; poles and boots advised
