Dettifoss is a 44-metre waterfall on the Jökulsá á Fjöllum river, 100 metres wide, pouring over a basalt cliff into a grey-rock canyon. Route 862 from the west is paved and ends at a car park, then a walk of 1.5 km.
Highlights
- 44-metre drop over basalt cliff
- Mist rising from the canyon
- West side viewing platforms
Good to know
- Walk from car park, 10 to 20 minutes
- Spray soaks visitors, waterproof clothing advised
- Most water in summer, from meltwater
