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Drekaskáli

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Drekaskáli is in North Iceland at 65.0416°N, 16.5940°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Drekaskáli weather and conditions

At Drekaskáli in North Iceland, conditions as of 29 August 2026, 14:45 (Iceland time): 4°C, light drizzle, wind 1 m/s, 0.1 mm precipitation in the last hour. Daylight today: 14 h 48 m (sunrise 05:43, sunset 20:31). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 29 August 2026, 14:45· source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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Can I wild camp near Drekaskáli instead?
No. Sleeping in a car, van or camper outside a designated campsite has been illegal in Iceland since 2015 — use a mapped site like this one.
Do I need to book Drekaskáli in advance?
Drekaskáli is first-come, first-served — no advance booking. Arrive earlier in the day during July and August, when Icelandic campsites fill up fast.
When is Drekaskáli open?
Most Icelandic campsites open June through August or September. Confirm directly with Drekaskáli for exact dates, especially outside peak summer.
What facilities does Drekaskáli have?
Facility details for Drekaskáli aren't fully documented yet — contact the site directly or check on arrival. Basic Icelandic campsites typically have at least a toilet block.

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Supermarkets

#1.Krambúð
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Krambúð supermarket — supplies

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Bónus supermarket — supplies

#3.Fisk Kompaní
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#4.Nettó
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Gas stations

#1.Möðrudalur
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#3.Reykjahlíð
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Tours

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