Waterfalls · Iceland
Sigöldufoss
Sigöldufoss sits in the southern Highlands below the Sigalda power station. Before the station was built in the 1970s this was a silt-heavy glacial river; the diversion left only the clear water running over the fall, which is why it is turquoise rather than grey. It stands on the F208, a genuine mountain road.
I saw this on a guided Highland day tour, not driving myself — I have never taken a rental car onto an F-road and would not suggest it unless you know exactly what your insurance covers. That is worth saying plainly, because the turquoise photographs draw people up here who are not set up for the drive. On a tour it is an easy stop and the colour really is that strong in person.
My rating
Scale 1–5. On Cost, 1 means free and 5 means pricey. On Crowd level, 1 means near-solitude and 5 means tour-bus central.
Three out of five. Small, but the colour is the thing — bright turquoise against black volcanic rock, and unusually clear for a Highland river.
It sits on the F208, which is a designated mountain road: a 4x4 is legally required, most standard rental insurance does not cover F-roads, and the road is only open in summer. If you are not equipped or insured for that, the alternative is a guided Highland tour. From the parking area it is a short walk. Checked August 2026.
Sigöldufoss has no entrance or parking fees, but access requires a 4x4 vehicle due to the rough F208 highland road. Alternatively, you can join a paid tour to Landmannalaugar, which often includes Sigöldufoss as a side trip. This makes the waterfall accessible even if you don't have your own off-road vehicle..
Sigöldufoss is usually not crowded, unlike Iceland’s famous waterfalls. Its remote Highland location and limited access keep visitor numbers low, making it a good choice for those seeking a quieter, more peaceful experience.
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