Dettifoss Waterfall
Northeast Iceland · 65.8147°N, 16.3848°W
Check Live Conditions at Dettifoss Waterfall
Real-time aurora score, 12-hour forecast, cloud cover, and smart alerts — updated every 15 minutes.
Light Pollution
Low light pollution — excellent dark-sky location
Safety
F-road access (4WD only). Closed in winter — check road.is.
Parking
Two car parks. East side on Route 864, accessible year-round.
Photography Tips
For aurora photography at Dettifoss Waterfall, use a wide-angle lens at f/2.8 or wider, ISO 1600-3200, and 8-15 second exposures. A sturdy tripod is essential — Icelandic wind can be strong. Arrive early to scout compositions while you can still see the landscape.
Read our full aurora photography guide for detailed camera settings.
Nearby Viewing Spots
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Plan Your Visit
Check current conditions on our Tonight page before heading out. Cloud cover and geomagnetic activity can change rapidly — the app updates scores every 15 minutes so you always have the latest data.
Learn more about the best time to see the northern lights and how to read aurora forecasts.