Selfoss

The Jökulsá á Fjöllum river forms a 44-meter-high and 100-meter-wide cascade, creating powerful water flows throughout all seasons of the year.

The waterfall became part of Vatnajökull National Park when the Jökulsárgljúfur region merged with the larger protected territory in northeastern Iceland.

The waterfall forms part of the Diamond Circle route, making it a central natural landmark for visitors exploring the northern region of Iceland.

Visitors can reach Selfoss through marked trails from the Dettifoss parking area, with viewing platforms available on both the eastern and western banks.

The horseshoe-shaped cliff formation creates multiple parallel water streams instead of a single drop, resulting in a distinct pattern of water distribution.

Location: Northeastern Region

Height: 44 m

Width: 100 m

Part of: Jökulsá á Fjöllum

GPS coordinates: 65.79833,-16.38250

Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:22