east iceland
About
Litlanesfoss is located on the trail to Hengifoss in East Iceland, approximately 20 minutes' walk from the trailhead. Key features: - Height: ~30 metres - Exceptional basalt column formations - On trail to Hengifoss - First waterfall encountered on hike Access: - Same trailhead as Hengifoss - 20-minute walk from parking - Viewpoint platform Combine with: Hengifoss (continue 20 min further) Visit duration: 10–15 minutes (or part of Hengifoss hike).
📖 Story
Hikers to Hengifoss often rush past Litlanesfoss, but it deserves its own stop. The waterfall is smaller (~30 m) but surrounded by some of Iceland's finest basalt columns — vertical geometric formations rising like organ pipes. The columns are more pronounced and accessible here than at bigger waterfalls, making Litlanesfoss ideal for close-up geology appreciation.
✈️ Why Visit
See spectacular basalt columns up close around a beautiful waterfall — perfect geology lesson on the way to Hengifoss.
💡 Did You Know?
Litlanesfoss's basalt columns are more accessible and photographable than many larger waterfalls — close-up geology at its finest.
Key Facts
~30-metre waterfall
Stunning basalt columns
On trail to Hengifoss
20-min walk from parking
East Iceland
📍 GPS Location
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