Háifoss
122-metre waterfall on the Fossá river near Hekla, with Granni nearby in the same canyon.
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About Háifoss
122-metre waterfall on the Fossá river near Hekla, with Granni nearby in the same canyon.
See a 122-metre waterfall and neighbouring Granni from a dramatic canyon viewpoint near Þjórsárdalur.
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History & Background
Háifoss was known locally before receiving its present descriptive name. Visit South Iceland records that geologist Helgi Pétursson named the waterfall Háifoss in 1912. The 122-metre drop on Fossá and neighbouring Granni later became one of the best-known viewpoints in the Þjórsárdalur and Hekla area.
Háifoss drops 122 metres from the Fossá river into a deep canyon in the Þjórsárdalur area. The neighbouring waterfall Granni is visible from the same general viewpoint. A parking area lies above the falls, and a longer hiking option follows Fossá from the Stöng area. Road and weather conditions should be checked before driving into the interior.
Folklore
Story & Folklore
Háifoss did not have its present name for a long time. Visit South Iceland records that geologist Helgi Pétursson named the waterfall in 1912.
Did You Know?
Visit South Iceland lists Háifoss at 122 metres and as Iceland's third-highest waterfall.
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Hidden Gems Nearby
Early Morning Visit
Visit Háifoss at sunrise or early morning for the most magical light and fewer crowds.
The morning light creates stunning rainbows in the mist, and you may have the waterfall entirely to yourself.
Nearby Trails
Explore the lesser-known walking trails around Háifoss that most tourists skip.
These trails offer unique perspectives of the waterfall and surrounding landscape that you won't find in guidebooks.
Winter Transformation
Háifoss takes on an entirely different character in winter when partially frozen.
The ice formations create a spectacular natural sculpture, and the contrast with the flowing water is breathtaking.
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