Bjarnarfoss

Surrounded by green fields and tall, colourful neighbouring mountains, Bjarnarfoss stands proud with a two-tier drop of 80 meters. The magnificent waterfall can be seen from miles away and is often known to blow straight out from the rock cliff or all over the top of the mountain due to strong wind gusts. There are a few patches of forest at the base of the waterfall, adding to its beauty and creating an unusual foreground, compared to other waterfalls in Iceland. As the waterfall sits quite high in the mountain, there is a bit of a hike to access it, but it is also very picturesque as a backdrop or filmed from ground level. This Icelandic waterfall is sure to leave you in awe of its natural beauty.

Accommodation up to 30 km away

Gas station up to 30 km away

Permits needed

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Accessibility

The road leading to the farm and the parking lot is a good one. There is a steep path that leads up to the waterfall.

Public transportation unavailable

There is no public transportation available in this area

Car recommended

Unchallenging terrain accessible by car

Excellent phone coverage

Great phone coverage without interruptions

Not needed

Guide is not needed

Services nearby

There are lots of hotel options around this area. Snæfellsnes Peninsula is one of Iceland’s most visited tourist places with all the services you might need for your production. Famous Hótel Búðir is only 3.5 kilometres away. The nearest hospital is in Stykkishólmur, 70 kilometres away.

Accommodation

< 30 km

Gas station

< 30 km

Hospital or emergency room

More than 50 km away

Parking

< 1 km

Restaurants

< 30 km

Shopping

< 30 km

Permits

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The area is owned by the government and farmers in the area.

Shooting requires both the permission from the property owner and the local government permit

Basecamp and facilities

There is a farm and a parking lot at the base of the waterfall that could be used as a basecamp or offloading area. Only 3.5 kilometres from Hótel Búðir so using that as basecamp is also an option. There are no facilities apart from the private farm at this location and phone coverage is excellent.

Risk factors

The hike up to the waterfall can be dangerous. The slopes are very steep, rocky and slippery from the spray of the waterfall. This location is situated amongst some very steep mountains and moors, so there are often very strong gusts of wind. Important to take extra care when visiting this waterfall on windy days. The rock face surrounding the waterfall is loose and stones of various sizes can fall without warning. This location is not suitable for climbing in any weather conditions.

Visitors

The area is a low tourist attraction. Visitors hike up to the waterfall for the perfect picture. Closing this location should not be a problem with appropriate permission and permit.

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