This waterfall is always amazing - I know lots of them are, but the power here, the drop, the vertical wall, the little river both on the upper level and lower level, the fact there are stairs/ramp to go up... the free parking lot, and did I mention big chance to see a rainbow? It's a popular and busy place but somehow it never feels overcrowded I would recommend not making this your first stop of the morning as portion of it will be in a shade, give it some light so the rainbows and colors can show up better - so plan your itinerary accordingly. TIP: Restrooms are available here but for a fee - some restaurants in the area too, didn't try any so can't speak of the quality

It is hard not to see and instantly love Skógafoss waterfall - that's why we've been back there 4 times since our initial visit! Whether you are visiting in the colder months when the waterfall looks like something out of a winter wonderland or in the summer when you can really appreciate the contrast of the fast flowing water over the 60m drop against the lush green cliffs and the volcanic black sand it never fails to impress. On our most recent trip we visited the waterfall twice, once at the end of our first day as we wanted to visit Mia's country van for some incredible fish and chips and sat watching the water cascade whilst eating our dinner. The second visit was the following morning at sunrise when we could stand in front of the falls with no other visitors around in a moment of pure peace and just be in the moment enjoying the mist from the falls gently covering us. You can if you feel upto it walk up the metal staircase to the right of the falls to get to the viewing platform at the top - to be perfectly honest I wouldn't recommend it as its a long way up and the view wasn't all that great - just watching a river run over the edge. If however you plan to walk up river to the other waterfalls then that's a different story! I would just say if you do plan to go up the stairs, they do move a little - something that may be a little disconcerting to those uncertain of heights as it can also get windy! Its hard to really hard to put into words the feeling of utter bewilderment you get when standing toe to toe with Skógafoss but its something you have to experience to really understand.

Yet another stunning waterfall along the South Coast road to Vik. I don’t think you can get as close to the falls in winter as you can in summer, meaning that at the very front of the area you can go, you only get around a ¾ view of the falls with the right hand side being obscured a bit by the hill. However there was another path near the car park which few people even noticed, which lead down to the waters edge and from here you can get a near 100% un-obstructed view of the entire falls. Once again I dread to think how busy this gets in the summer months as it was pretty busy in mid-December. Access to the site is free, also parking is free but it is on a very rough unpaved surface, didn’t use the toilets so don’t know if they were free or not.

Spectacular from the bottom and the top - be careful of going too close to the bottom of the falls as frozen blocks of ice or rocks are spilled over the top from time to time. Don't get too close and especially your children who may be drawn to the side which is very slippery. Climb the 500 odd stairs to the top for a spectacular view of the waterfall and the land beyond. The stairs can be daunting for the unfit, so take your time and again, keep your children close to you. Enjoy!

The perfect waterfall. The waterfall is a masterpiece of nature. The place is touristy so you can not breathe wild air as I like, but still you feel that there is something in the magical place. It will be the perfection of the waterfall, with its measures and the flow of the water... or the incredibly black sand and the jet that if you get closer crosses the body with a rushing gust. It was a surprise because anyway it gave me beautiful feelings that I did not expect, but above all climb up (crowded right path, uphill with steps, but easy) and discover (I did not know) that there is another small enchanted world, the river that snakes, another waterfall and the path that continues further up. For reasons of time we did not continue but it was definitely worth it!

Really very beautiful, in fine weather you can see the rainbow next to the fall of the waterfall. Feelings alive in the face of the power of nature. Recommendation the climb through the very long stairs to the top of the waterfall for an unmissable view

We ended up stopping here on the way back to Reykjavik on our route along the South Coast. It was early evening, and we were wiped from all the driving, so I have to be honest in saying that I think I would have appreciated this site more had I seen it earlier in the day. That being said, it was pretty empty when we went, so we got to walk up close without fighting for a spot. We didn't do the climb to the top, but it looked easy seeing a staircase had been built

Stunning waterfall that you climb over 500 steps to see. You need your waterproof gear because there is a lot of spray. Can also see birds nesting in the cliffs this time of year. Lots of tourists but not overly crowded Can also have lunch at restaurant by falls.

If I had to draw up a ranking of the most beautiful waterfalls in Iceland, this would fall into the top places. Despite its power it is possible to get right to the foot of the water jet, a unique experience. I would recommend waterproof clothing, especially if you want to visit up close.

It is certainly one of the most impressive waterfalls you can find. With a height of approximately 60 meters, it is surrounded by a black sand beach that adorns the banks of the river. In addition, you have the opportunity to climb up some steps that take you up to the level of the waterfall, where you can see the river in all its glory. The view is truly spectacular, and if the sun shines brightly, you’ll be lucky enough to watch a beautiful rainbow form in the falling water.