Waterfall
Easy
Gjáin
📍 South Iceland
📖 Description
Gjáin is a hidden paradise valley in Þjórsárdalur, where dozens of small waterfalls and crystal-clear streams weave through a lush, moss-carpeted landscape. Carved by volcanic activity, this intimate valley feels like a secret garden lost in time. Almost no tourists ever find it despite being only two hours from Reykjavik.
🗺️ Location
📋 Information
Region
📍 South Iceland
Category
Waterfall
Difficulty
Easy
Best season
🗓 Summer (June–August)
Drive from Reykjavik
🚗 ~2 hours
Parking
🅿️ Small gravel car park near the Þjórsárdalur road. Space for ~10 cars. Free.
Coordinates
64.1578, -19.6358