Iceland Stuðlagil Basalt Canyon
Probably the largest collection of basalt columns. The fascination of this canyon lies in the contrast between the spectacular basalt columns and the turquoise blue water.
There are a few rock formations in the riverbed that are quite easy to climb up.
Unfortunately, this place is now also very well known, so it is better to avoid it at off-peak times.
There are a few rock formations in the riverbed that are quite easy to climb up.
Unfortunately, this place is now also very well known, so it is better to avoid it at off-peak times.
Photography Tips
Be carful when approaching the river in the canyon!
Don’t drive to the main access. There is only a platform and it‘s not possible to climb down to the river.
Turn left to the east side parking. You need about half an hour by foot to the canyon.
Don’t drive to the main access. There is only a platform and it‘s not possible to climb down to the river.
Turn left to the east side parking. You need about half an hour by foot to the canyon.
Travel Information
Situated about 19 km off the ring road near farm Grund.
East side parking offers a great car park.
East side parking offers a great car park.
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
A decent amount of people
Best Timing
All timings are equally good
Sunrise & Sunset
02:01 - 00:07
| current local time: 20:13
Photo Themes
basalt
Canyon
coloured rocks
columns
east
glacial river
Landscape
National Park
Natural Landscape
Nature Reserve
River
Riverbed
Rock Formation
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