Jökulsárgljúfur National Park
The Jökulsárgljúfur National Park
The Jökulsárgljúfur National Park was created in 1973. Located on the west bank of the glacial river Jökulsá á Fjöllum, the National Park extends 30 km northwards from the Dettifoss waterfall to trunk road no. 85, covering 120 sq. kilometres.
The Jökulsárgljúfur National Park is publicly owned. It was created to protect the canyon formed by the immense Jökulsá á Fjöllum glacial river and to help safeguard the surrounding area, its wildlife and history.
The National Park is under the authority of the Environment and Food Agency.
On our webpage you can find various information about Jökulsárgljúfur National Park, its history, nature, recreation opportunities, and services. Enjoy and we look forward to see you.
The Nature conservation division of the Environment and Food Agency publishes information brochures in English, German and French about Jökulsárgljúfur
Jökulsárgljúfur National Park
IS-671 Kópasker Iceland
jokulsargljufur@ust.is
www.ust.is
