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Herðubreiðarlindir

North Iceland, Iceland

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Herðubreiðarlindir

North Iceland, Iceland

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Herðubreiðarlindir is in North Iceland at 65.1932°N, 16.2223°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Herðubreiðarlindir weather and conditions

At Herðubreiðarlindir in North Iceland, conditions as of 31 August 2026, 01:15 (Iceland time): 4°C, overcast, wind 1 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 49 m (sunrise 05:41, sunset 20:30). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 31 August 2026, 01:15· 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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North Reykjavík South Coast West 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 Herðubreiðarlindir

Free cancellation

Small groups

Sightseeing

(Cruise Ships) Lake Mývatn and Goðafoss

Lake Mývatn and the surrounding area are an absolute must if you're exploring the North!

Duration6 hours 30 minutes

HighlightsNorth Iceland

(RS) Lake Myvatn & Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri

Discover the wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide.

Duration6 hours

HighlightsNorth Iceland

Adventure snowmobile tour Akureyri

The freedom of covering all kinds of terrain on a snowmobile is something everyone should experience.

Duration5 hours

HighlightsNorth Iceland

Photos & videos

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

Iceland Roadtrip 2021 #2: Herðubreiðarlindir - Nyidalur - Cinematic Travel Video — Herðubreiðarlindir — video poster — Iceland Roadtrip 2021 #2: Herðubreiðarlindir - Nyidalur - Cinematic Travel VideoSvensk Strawanzer

Iceland Roadtrip 2021 #1: Seyðisfjarður - Stuðlagil - Herðubreiðarlindir - Cinematic Travel Video — Herðubreiðarlindir — video poster — Iceland Roadtrip 2021 #1: Seyðisfjarður - Stuðlagil - Herðubreiðarlindir - Cinematic Travel VideoSvensk Strawanzer

Island2012 E13 herðubreið, dreki, herðubreiðarlindir.avi — Herðubreiðarlindir — video poster — Island2012 E13 herðubreið, dreki, herðubreiðarlindir.aviJaroslav Jaroslavsson Garage & Labs

Iceland Road F910 Herðubreiðarlindir Nyidalur - Cinematic Travel Video — Herðubreiðarlindir — video poster — Iceland Road F910 Herðubreiðarlindir Nyidalur - Cinematic Travel VideoSvensk Strawanzer

Island2012 E15 F88 gljúfrasmiður, herðubreiðarlindir, F88, krater u 1 — Herðubreiðarlindir — video poster — Island2012 E15 F88 gljúfrasmiður, herðubreiðarlindir, F88, krater u 1Jaroslav Jaroslavsson Garage & Labs

Iceland Road F910 Seyðisfjörður Stuðlagil Herðubreiðarlindir — Herðubreiðarlindir — video poster — Iceland Road F910 Seyðisfjörður Stuðlagil HerðubreiðarlindirSvensk Strawanzer

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Can I wild camp near Herðubreiðarlindir 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 Herðubreiðarlindir in advance?

Herðubreiðarlindir 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 Herðubreiðarlindir open?

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

What facilities does Herðubreiðarlindir have?

Facility details for Herðubreiðarlindir 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.Gljúfrasmiður

3.7 km·~4 min drive

A waterfall in North Iceland.

#2.Drekafoss

25 km·~30 min drive

A waterfall in North Iceland.

#3.Skínandi

31 km·~37 min drive

A waterfall in the Highlands.

#4.Hverfandi

34 km·~41 min drive

A waterfall in East Iceland.

4 waterfalls near North Iceland

Hot Springs

#1.Víti Askja

28 km·~34 min drive

Volcanic crater lake at Askja. Highland destination, not always safe for bathing - check…

#2.Víti

29 km·~34 min drive

Water hot spring

#3.Laugarvallalaug

30 km·~36 min drive

Water hot spring

#4.Hveragil

39 km·~47 min drive

Geothermal spot

4 hot springs near North Iceland

Campsites

#1.Herðubreiðarlindir

50 m

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

#2.Drekaskáli Warden Cabin

24 km·~29 min drive

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

#3.Drekaskáli

24 km·~29 min drive

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

#4.Tjaldstæðið á Möðrudal

25 km·~31 min drive

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

4 campsites near North Iceland

F-Roads

#1.F894 Öskjuvatnsvegur

15 km·~18 min drive

Final bumpy kilometers to Askja

#2.F899 Flateyjardalsvegur

16 km·~19 min drive

Northern highland road to a lonely beach

2 f-roads near North Iceland

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúð

59 km·~71 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.Nettó

85 km·~102 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#3.Bónus

85 km·~102 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#4.Kauptún

90 km·~108 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near North Iceland

Gas stations

#1.Möðrudalur

31 km·~37 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#2.Skjöldólfsstaðir

53 km·~64 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#3.Mývatn

56 km·~67 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#4.Reykjahlíð

59 km·~71 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near North Iceland

Tours

#1.(Cruise Ships) Lake Mývatn and Goðafoss

6 hours 30 minutes

Lake Mývatn and the surrounding area are an absolute must if you're exploring the North!

from 25.300 ISKView tour →

#2.(RS) Lake Myvatn & Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri

6 hours

Discover the wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide.

from 25.900 ISKView tour →

#3.Adventure snowmobile tour Akureyri

5 hours

The freedom of covering all kinds of terrain on a snowmobile is something everyone should experience.

from 166.750 ISKView tour →

3 tours near North Iceland

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Wikimedia CommonsHero & gallery photography · Rémih · 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