Hengifoss, Waterfall in Fljótsdalshreppur, Iceland.
The 118-meter-high Hengifoss waterfall plunges into a gorge, displaying red clay layers between dark basalt rock formations along its walls.
Throughout centuries, the geological forces shaped the waterfall's structure, creating distinct sedimentary layers that reveal volcanic activities from different periods.
The waterfall and surrounding area hold numerous folklore tales about elves and hidden people, which form part of Eastern Iceland's traditional stories.
The hiking trail to reach Hengifoss extends 2.5 kilometers from the parking area, with an elevation gain of 270 meters through marked paths.
The walls behind the waterfall contain visible red clay strips between basalt layers, indicating periods of volcanic activity in Iceland's geological past.
Location: Fljótsdalshreppur
Height: 118 m
GPS coordinates: 65.09515,-14.88966
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:51
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