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North Iceland, Iceland
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Rifsmalir

North Iceland, Iceland

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Entry: Free
Parking: Free
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Entry feeFree
ParkingFree
BookingNot needed
Getting thereCar recommended
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NorthReykjavíkSouth CoastWestEastWestfjordsReykjanesHighlands
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Cars & campers

−15%exclusive discountFree cancellationKEF airport pickup 24/74.8
Dacia Duster 4x4
SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

Cheapest real 4WD in the fleet — gravel, the Westfjords and easy summer F-roads without truck prices.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol/diesel
Seats5
Drive4WD
From
5,355 kr6,300 kr/day
Reserve −15%
VW Caravelle
9-seater

VW Caravelle

Whole family or friend group in one car — gear in the back, room to stretch.

TransmissionAutomatic
FuelDiesel
Seats9
Drive2WD
From
12,750 kr15,000 kr/day
Reserve −15%
Key Camper Wild Duo
Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

Sleep right by the trailhead, wake up at the falls — F-road ready from mid-June.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol
Sleeps2
Drive4WD
From
5,304 kr6,240 kr/day
Reserve −15%

Tours near Rifsmalir

Free cancellationSmall groups
Akureyri Whale Watching
North

Akureyri Whale Watching

Humpbacks and dolphins in Eyjafjörður — the classic North-Iceland outing.

Duration3 hours
PickupAkureyri
HighlightsEyjafjörður
TypeBoat tour
From
14.500 kr
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Glacier & Golden Circle
Adventure

Glacier & Golden Circle

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

Duration10 hours
PickupReykjavík
ActivitySnowmobile
VehicleSuper Jeep
From
49.990 kr
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Waterfalls

#1.Geldingafoss
52 km·~62 min drive

A waterfall in North Iceland. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

#2.Skeifárfoss
65 km·~78 min drive

A waterfall in North Iceland. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

#3.Hólmárfossar
70 km·~84 min drive

A waterfall in North Iceland. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

#4.Réttarfoss
72 km·~86 min drive

A waterfall in North Iceland. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

4 waterfalls near North Iceland

Hot Springs

#1.Natural hot pot near Norðurþing
50 km·~60 min drive

Natural hot pot. Coordinates only - verify before visiting.

#2.Ostakarið
73 km·~88 min drive

Hot spring in North Iceland. Natural geothermal bathing spot.

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Húsavík
74 km·~88 min drive

Natural hot spring. Surrounded by Icelandic landscape. Best with few people.

#4.Goldfish Pond
77 km·~92 min drive

Hot spring in North Iceland. Natural geothermal bathing spot.

4 hot springs near North Iceland

Campsites

#1.Raufarhöfn
13 km·~15 min drive

The camp site is located next to the elementary school and sport center.

#2.Tjaldstæði Raufarhafnar
13 km·~15 min drive

North Iceland camping option. Less crowded than the south, with dramatic landscapes and…

#3.Kópasker
26 km·~32 min drive

The camp site in the village Kópasker is located by the entrance to the village. The…

#4.Lundur Tjaldsvæði
50 km·~60 min drive

A family friendly campsite in Öxarfjörður, playground and swimmingpool within walking…

4 campsites near North Iceland

Supermarkets

#1.Verslunin Skerjakolla
27 km·~32 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#2.Kjörbúðin
51 km·~62 min drive

Kjörbúðin supermarket — supplies

#3.Krambúð
74 km·~88 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#4.Nettó
74 km·~89 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near North Iceland

Gas stations

#1.Raufarhöfn
12 km·~15 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#2.Kópasker
27 km·~32 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Þórshöfn
51 km·~62 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Ásbyrgi
56 km·~67 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near North Iceland

Tours

#1.Akureyri Whale Watching
3 hours·Pickup Akureyri

Humpbacks and dolphins in Eyjafjörður — the classic North-Iceland outing.

from 11,990 krView tour →
#2.Glacier & Golden Circle
10 hours·Pickup Reykjavík

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

from 32,990 krView tour →
2 tours near North Iceland

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Is it safe to swim at Rifsmalir?
No. Like most Icelandic beaches, the water at Rifsmalir sits near 10 °C and exposed coasts here carry strong currents and sneaker waves. Treat it as a look-only beach — stay well back from the surf and never turn your back on the ocean.
How do I get to Rifsmalir?
Rifsmalir is on the coast in North Iceland. Check live road and weather conditions on this page before you drive — winter storms and wind can make coastal roads and the beach itself hazardous.
What is the sand like at Rifsmalir?
Rifsmalir is a beach in North Iceland. Sand type varies along Iceland’s coast; most beaches are black volcanic basalt, with a few red or golden exceptions in the Westfjords.
Does Rifsmalir cost anything to visit?
Rifsmalir is free and open year-round. Some Icelandic beaches have paid parking — check locally. Conditions change with weather and tides, so plan around the forecast.

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