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Fossárdalur

East Icelandfrom 2,500 ISK/nightBookable10 facilities

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Fossárdalur is a sheltered, roomy campsite among mountains near Djúpivogur in East Iceland, with a shallow stream kids can splash in and the Fossá River running through the valley. Showers, toilets, hot and cold water, washer and dryer. Open all year; children free.

Fossárdalur is a quiet valley site with mountains on all sides and space to spare — it takes clusters of small tents and big motorhomes alike. A little stream runs beside the pitches, ideal for children to paddle in, while the Fossá River threads through the valley itself. The walking is good here, with several waterfalls to find along the Fossá. If you're after peace and quiet away from busier stops, this fits. The service building has toilets, showers, hot and cold water, a washing machine and a dryer. A new electrical system runs power right across the site. It's open all year, drop-in or booked, and children stay free.

Wild camping rules have tightened. Use designated campsites to stay on the right side of the law.

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64.7583°N, 14.5077°W · East Iceland

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Season
Open all year
Walk-ins
Accepted — first-come, first-served
Advance booking
Available — book online
Off the main road
11 km from Route 95
Nearest town
Djúpivogur — 15.4 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
363 km in a straight line
What else is close
84 mapped places within 20 km

Tours near Fossárdalur

Valleys and Waterfallsfrom 42.000 ISK · 5 hDjúpivogur: Jökulsárlón & Diamond Beach Cruise Tourfrom 29.550 ISK · 6 h 30 minWild Reindeer Experiencefrom 36.500 ISK · 4 hStreiti Coastlinefrom 17.500 ISK · 2 h 30 minMindfulness Yoga hike in Breiðdalsvíkfrom 8.700 ISK · 2 hMt. Kistufell - Super Jeep tourfrom 36.500 ISK · 4 hMuseumfrom 3.000 ISK · 1 hAbandoned Fjords Super Jeep Tourfrom 42.000 ISK · 5 hMjóifjörður Super Jeep Tour - Eskifjörðurfrom 42.000 ISK · 5 h
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ToursIn season nowSkaftafell 5-Hours Adventure Glacier Hikefrom 20.775 ISK · 5 hSkaftafell Blue Ice Cave and Glacier Walk Tourfrom 19.999 ISK · 3 hNorthern Lights Chase from Glacier Lagoonfrom 25.000 ISK · 5 hAll 1,648 toursBy activity and region

Amenities

Services & Accessibility
  • Electricity
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free for children
Hygiene facilities
  • Shower
  • Washing machine
  • Cold water
  • Toilets
  • Dryer
Entertainment
  • Walking paths
Accommodation
  • Open all year

Facilities listed by tjalda.is

Fossárdalur weather and conditions

Last updated

1°Cclear · feels -3°C3 m/swind9 h 47 mdaylight · 07:50 – 17:37
Prices
Rates 2026
Camping
Adults
2,500 ISK per person / night
Seniors
2,000 ISK per person / night
WiFi
Free
Extras
Electricity
1,500 ISK per night
Showers
Free
Washing machine
800 ISK per use
Tumble dryer
800 ISK per use
Taxes
Lodging tax
400 ISK per night

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Rates via tjalda.is · retrieved 2026-07-17

In season now · Winter in IcelandSkaftafell 5-Hours Adventure Glacier Hikefrom 20.775 ISK · 5 h
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Cars & campers

−12%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 −12%
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 −12%
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 −12%

Photos & videos

Fossárdalur — photo by tjalda.isPhoto: tjalda.is
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Nearby

km column = your drive

  1. 1Eyjólfsstaðir1 km
  2. 2Bragðavellir13 km
  3. 3Camping Berunes14 km
  4. 4Berunes15 km
  5. 5Djúpivogur16 km
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Waterfalls

  1. 1Sveinstekksfoss1 km
  2. 2Vindássfoss2 km
  3. 3Múlafoss3 km
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Hot springs

  1. 1Djúpavogskörin14 km
  2. 2Natural hot pot near Múlaþing16 km
  3. 3Laugavallalaug18 km
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Fuel

  1. 1Djúpivogur15 km · 310.9 kr/L
  2. 2Breiðdalsvík24 km · 310.9 kr/L
  3. 3Fáskrúðsfjörður30 km · 308.6 kr/L
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Supermarkets

  1. 1Kjörbúðin16 km
  2. 2Kaupfjelagið24 km
  3. 3Krónan33 km
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Tours

  1. Abandoned Fjords Super Jeep Tourfrom 42.000 ISK · 5 hours
  2. Blue Ice Discoveryfrom 24.900 ISK · 4 hours
  3. Breidamerkurjökull Glacier Hikefrom 15.377 ISK · 3 hours
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Frequently
asked
questions

Can I wild camp near Fossárdalur 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 Fossárdalur in advance?
Fossárdalur accepts advance bookings — worth doing in July and August when Icelandic campsites fill up.
When is Fossárdalur open?
Open all year — always confirm directly if you're planning a shoulder-season trip, since dates can shift year to year.
What facilities does Fossárdalur have?
Fossárdalur lists: Electricity, Walking paths, Shower, Washing machine, Wi-Fi, Cold water, Toilets, Dryer, Open all year, Free for children.
How much does Fossárdalur cost?
Camping starts at 2,500 ISK per person per night (published rates via tjalda.is — see the Prices section for the full rate card, including electricity and lodging tax).

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