Hike
Medium
Nauthúsagil
📍 South Iceland
📖 Description
Nauthúsagil is a lush moss-covered slot canyon hidden near Hvolsvöllur in South Iceland. A hanging chain guides you through the narrow canyon walls to a delicate waterfall at the far end. The vivid green moss coating every surface makes this place feel truly magical one of Iceland's most photogenic hidden gems.
🗺️ Location
📋 Information
Region
📍 South Iceland
Category
Hike
Difficulty
Medium
Best season
🗓 Summer (May–September)
Drive from Reykjavik
🚗 ~1.5 hours
Parking
🅿️ Small gravel car park at the trailhead off Route 261. Free.
Coordinates
63.8167, -20.0333
