Iceland is a land of dramatic rugged scenery, especially along its south shore. There are lots of great sites here, one of my favorites being SkÓgafoss. Located in the pretty little town of Skogar, this was my second favorite waterfall on the island, a classic fall dropping over 200 feet (60m). A staircase to the right of the waterfall (not visible in this photo) leads to the top of the falls and provides close views of the falls and numerous birds nesting on the cliff, and access to hiking trails on the plateau behind the waterfall. Skogafoss is easily seen from the Ring Road.
I’m fond of this photo because of the elements it combines. Besides the beauty of the waterfall, you see a rainbow in the mist, with several tourists helping provide a size perspective to the magnitude of the scene.
Thanks for the comment, Garry, and a good question.
The waterfall is almost a sea level and only a few kilometers from the ocean. So it is very moderated by the Gulf stream. So far as I could tell, the cliff and ground around it are caked in ice in January and February and hard to navigate. Flow is down, but the water continues flowing even in the coldest months.
This photo was taken mid-September. It was a cold and windy day, but most days in Iceland are.
Thanks you for your comments Garry and DrY.
Garry, Iceland is worth a visit. It seems a raw land newly poured from the mold. Fascinating landscapes.
Does this ever freeze solid ? – Like Niagara falls ?
I presume this was in the summer months !
Magnificent picture!
Thank goodness for the Gulf Stream.
Keeps me warm in the winter at 52′ north.
Unlike Calgary – also 52′ north – who get quite a chill.
Less than a thousand miles to Iceland and I still haven’t been !