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Nýidalur

Highlands, Iceland

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Nýidalur

Highlands, Iceland

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Map of Nýidalur

Nýidalur is in the Highlands, Iceland at 64.7359°N, 18.0744°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Nýidalur weather and conditions

At Nýidalur in Highlands, conditions as of 27 August 2026, 12:30 (Iceland time): 3°C (feels like 0°C), overcast, wind 3 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 46 m (sunrise 05:50, sunset 20:36). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 27 August 2026, 12:30· source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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Visit now · Open year-round · 30 min stop · Visibility —

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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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Highlands Reykjavík South Coast West North East Westfjords Reykjanes

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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 Nýidalur

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

A Gourmet golden circle - a taste of Iceland combined with amazing nature attractions!

Embark on a private adventure through the Golden Circle with Northern Adventurer.

Duration8 hours

HighlightsReykjavík area

Photos & videos

Nýidalur — photo by Bloody-libu · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0

Photo: Bloody-libu · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0

Iceland Roadtrip 2021 #3: Nyidalur - Landmannalaugar - Cinematic Travel Video — Nýidalur — video poster — Iceland Roadtrip 2021 #3: Nyidalur - Landmannalaugar - Cinematic Travel VideoSvensk Strawanzer

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

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

Hilleberg Keron 3GT build up at Nyidalur, F26 Iceland — Nýidalur — video poster — Hilleberg Keron 3GT build up at Nyidalur, F26 IcelandMrXt660ztenere

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Can I wild camp near Nýidalur 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 Nýidalur in advance?

Nýidalur 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 Nýidalur open?

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

What facilities does Nýidalur have?

Facility details for Nýidalur 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.Skuggafoss

49 km·~59 min drive

Deep in the highlands. You need a 4x4 and some confidence to get here. The reward is…

#2.Runufoss

60 km·~72 min drive

A waterfall in the Highlands.

#3.Hvanngiljafoss

63 km·~75 min drive

A waterfall in the Highlands.

#4.Gýgjarfoss

63 km·~75 min drive

A waterfall in the Highlands.

4 waterfalls near Highlands

Hot Springs

#1.Laugafell

35 km·~42 min drive

Pool hot spring

#2.Sundlaug

58 km·~70 min drive

Geothermal spot. Naturally heated, no facilities. Best with few people.

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Hrunamannahreppur

59 km·~70 min drive

Natural hot spring

#4.Hveradalir

59 km·~70 min drive

Natural hot spring

4 hot springs near Highlands

Campsites

#1.Nýidalur

50 m

Highland campsite accessible in summer only. F-road driving required. Basic facilities…

#2.Laugafell

35 km·~42 min drive

Highland campsite accessible in summer only. F-road driving required. Basic facilities…

#3.Kerlingarfjöll - Highland Base

59 km·~70 min drive

The camping site at Mountain Kerlingafjoll is in the vally of Asgard, on the north side…

#4.Kverkfjöll / Sigurðarskáli

68 km·~82 min drive

Highland campsite accessible in summer only. F-road driving required. Basic facilities…

4 campsites near Highlands

F-Roads

#1.F923 Jökuldalsvegur

3.5 km·~4 min drive

Near Stuðlagil basalt canyon

#2.F26 Sprengisandsleið

8 km·~10 min drive

The longest highland road

2 f-roads near Highlands

Supermarkets

#1.Bónus

104 km·~125 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#2.Fisk Kompaní

104 km·~125 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#3.Krambúð

105 km·~126 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#4.Nettó

105 km·~126 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Highlands

Gas stations

#1.Hrauneyjar

83 km·~100 min drive

Olís · 315.8 kr/L petrol

#2.Freysnes

100 km·~121 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#3.Kjarnagata

104 km·~125 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#4.Akureyri Leiruvegur

104 km·~125 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Highlands

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.A Gourmet golden circle - a taste of Iceland combined with amazing nature attractions!

8 hours

Embark on a private adventure through the Golden Circle with Northern Adventurer.

from 159.000 ISKView tour →

3 tours near Highlands

Data & sources

Everything on this page comes from the sources below. Live feeds refresh automatically.

Wikimedia CommonsHero & gallery photography · Bloody-libu · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0
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