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Svartifoss

Skaftafell, Iceland

Nature

A waterfall framed by dark hanging basalt columns in Skaftafell, part of Vatnajökull National Park. It is about 1.5 km uphill from the visitor centre car park (fee); allow around 1.5 hours there and back.

Nearest town
Skaftafell, Iceland
Category
Nature & parks
GPS
64.0275, -16.9753

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

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Campsites nearby

  • SkaftafellCampsite
    1 km from Svartifoss
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
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  • Campsite ReceptionCampsite
    1 km from Svartifoss
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
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  • SvinafellCampsite
    8 km from Svartifoss
    TentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
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All campsites in Iceland · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated September 30, 2026