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Emstrur

South Coast, Iceland

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CampsiteSouth Coast

Emstrur

South Coast, Iceland

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Emstrur is on Iceland's South Coast at 63.7665°N, 19.3733°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Emstrur weather and conditions

At Emstrur in South Coast, conditions as of 27 August 2026, 08:30 (Iceland time): 6°C, clear, wind 1 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 39 m (sunrise 05:59, sunset 20:37). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 27 August 2026, 08:30· source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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This campsite hasn’t published a rate card — expect standard per-person nightly fees and check locally before you pitch.

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South Coast Reykjavík West North East Westfjords Reykjanes Highlands

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Cars & campers

−12%exclusive discountFree cancellation

KEF airport pickup 24/74.8

SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

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

VW Caravelle

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

TransmissionAutomatic

12,750 kr15,000 kr/day

Reserve −12%

Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

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

Tours near Emstrur

Free cancellation

Small groups

Iceland tour

Adrenaline Combo: Off-Road Buggy & Mega Zipline Experience

The Buggy Iceland and Mega Zipline Combo Tour offers an exhilarating adventure for thrill-seekers exploring Iceland.

Duration3 hours

HighlightsSouth Iceland

Buggy Adventure-Þórsmörk

"Þórsmörk has a spot in every Icelander's heart.

Duration5 hours

HighlightsSouth Iceland

Bus transfer from Landmannalaugar to Hella / Reykjavik

Our transfer service offers a comfortable and safe way to travel from the heart of Iceland's highlands, Landmannalaugar, to the…

Duration4 hours

HighlightsSouth Iceland

Photos & videos

Photo: PeterRYV · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

Windy Tent Camping in the Icelandic Highlands - Emstrur- Laugavegur Trail — Emstrur — video poster — Windy Tent Camping in the Icelandic Highlands - Emstrur- Laugavegur TrailJosh Trenary

Iceland Backpacking: Emstrur — Emstrur — video poster — Iceland Backpacking: EmstrurPF

Laugavegur Day 3: Emstrur to Þórsmörk (18km) — Emstrur — video poster — Laugavegur Day 3: Emstrur to Þórsmörk (18km)Matzi Goes Wild

Laugavegur Trail part 4: Emstrur to Thorsmork #iceland #hiking #travel #guidetoiceland — Emstrur — video poster — Laugavegur Trail part 4: Emstrur to Thorsmork #iceland #hiking #travel #guidetoicelandKimberley Nutbey

The northen light (aurora) at Emstrur hut, Laugavegur trail, Iceland — Emstrur — video poster — The northen light (aurora) at Emstrur hut, Laugavegur trail, IcelandInbar Reich

Laugavegur trail - Day 3 - Iceland | Þórsmörk – Emstrur 🌋 — Emstrur — video poster — Laugavegur trail - Day 3 - Iceland | Þórsmörk – Emstrur 🌋Thom de Vries

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Can I wild camp near Emstrur 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 Emstrur in advance?

Emstrur 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 Emstrur open?

Most Icelandic campsites open June through August or September. Confirm directly with Emstrur for exact dates, especially outside peak summer.

What facilities does Emstrur have?

Facility details for Emstrur aren't fully documented yet — contact the site directly or check on arrival. Basic Icelandic campsites typically have at least a toilet block.

Nearby

km column = your drive

Waterfalls

#1.Stakkholtsgjá

13 km·~16 min drive

A waterfall in South Coast.

#2.Ljósafoss

16 km·~19 min drive

A waterfall in South Coast.

#3.Markarfljótsfoss

19 km·~22 min drive

A waterfall in South Coast.

#4.Slæðufoss

20 km·~25 min drive

A waterfall in South Coast.

4 waterfalls near South Coast

Hot Springs

#1.Hot Spring Shower

5.7 km·~7 min drive

Geothermal spot

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Rangárþing ytra

24 km·~28 min drive

Natural hot spring

#3.Strútslaug

24 km·~29 min drive

Pool hot spring

#4.Seljavallalaug

25 km·~30 min drive

Historic 1923 pool in valley near Seljalandsfoss. Free, 15-min walk, unmaintained. Bring…

4 hot springs near South Coast

Campsites

#1.Emstrur

50 m

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Check for…

#2.Þvergil

10 km·~13 min drive

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Check for…

#3.Þveraurar

11 km·~13 min drive

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Facilities…

#4.Hvanngil

11 km·~13 min drive

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Check…

4 campsites near South Coast

F-Roads

#1.F210 Fjallabaksleið syðri

4.2 km·~5 min drive

Fjallabaksleið syðri

#2.F223 Eldgjárvegur

9.5 km·~11 min drive

Short road to Eldgjá canyon

#3.F249 Þórsmerkurvegur

12 km·~14 min drive

The road to Þórsmörk valley

#4.F224 Landmannalaugavegur

16 km·~19 min drive

Final stretch to Landmannalaugar

4 f-roads near South Coast

Supermarkets

#1.Krónan

42 km·~51 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

#2.Kjörbúðin

51 km·~61 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#3.Bónus

57 km·~69 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#4.Krambúð

62 km·~74 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near South Coast

Gas stations

#1.Hvolsvöllur

42 km·~51 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#2.Vík í Mýrdal

43 km·~51 min drive

N1 · 309.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Hrauneyjar

48 km·~58 min drive

Olís · 315.8 kr/L petrol

#4.Hella

51 km·~61 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near South Coast

Tours

#1.Adrenaline Combo: Off-Road Buggy & Mega Zipline Experience

3 hours

The Buggy Iceland and Mega Zipline Combo Tour offers an exhilarating adventure for thrill-seekers exploring Iceland.

from 29.300 ISKView tour →

#2.Buggy Adventure-Þórsmörk

5 hours

"Þórsmörk has a spot in every Icelander's heart.

from 89.990 ISKView tour →

#3.Bus transfer from Landmannalaugar to Hella / Reykjavik

4 hours

Our transfer service offers a comfortable and safe way to travel from the heart of Iceland's highlands, Landmannalaugar, to the…

from 12.220 ISKView tour →

3 tours near South Coast

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Wikimedia CommonsHero & gallery photography · PeterRYV · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
VegagerðinLive road status & cameras · Icelandic Road Administration
Open-MeteoWeather forecast · CC BY 4.0
NOAA SWPCAurora (planetary Kp) forecast · public domain
OpenStreetMapInteractive-map data · ODbL
Esri, Maxar & Earthstar GeographicsSatellite imagery for the 3D terrain render · GIS User Community