A small village called Skógar is just besides the waterfall. Skógar is a popular summer-resort centre surrounded by unusual scenic beauty.
The breath-taking view of Skogáfoss waterfall and scenic surroundings and the snow-capped heights of two towering glaciers are Skógar's major summer attractions.
Skógar is a place to explore the natural diversity of the south or, if the weather is good, to spend a holiday amid beautiful and rugged landscapes.
It is also very close to the ocean and the unique black beaches that stretch along the South Icelandic coastline. Birds and seals are frequent visitors here.