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Skjól Camping sits between Gullfoss waterfall and the Geysir hot spring — hard to beat for location on that stretch. It's a large site with electricity and free Wi-Fi, plus an on-site bar, coffee house and a big trampoline for kids. Horse rental and a golf course are close by.

Between hikes there's more to do here than at most rural sites. A building on the grounds holds a bar and coffee house, the restaurant serves over lunch and again in the evening, and a large trampoline has become a hit with younger campers. The setting is the real headline, though — you're parked squarely between Gullfoss and Geysir, two of the area's best-known sights. Laugarvatn and the Kerlingarfjöll highlands are within reach, and there's horse rental on the neighbouring farm plus a golf course close by. The site is large, with electricity and free Wi-Fi, and offers sleeping-bag accommodation if you're travelling light. Children stay free.

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

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64.3112°N, 20.2338°W · Highlands

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Walk-ins
Not accepted — book ahead
Advance booking
Not offered
Getting there
Road 35 (Múli-Gullfoss)
Off the main road
0.2 km from Route 35
Nearest town
Bláskógabyggð — 8.9 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
85 km in a straight line
What else is close
181 mapped places within 20 km

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Amenities

Services & Accessibility
  • Electricity
  • Free for children
Hygiene facilities
  • Shower
  • Toilets
Entertainment
  • Walking paths
  • Horse rental
Accommodation
  • Sleeping bag accommodation
Local area
  • Golf course
  • Food service

Facilities listed by tjalda.is

Skjól weather and conditions

Last updated

1°Covercast · feels -2°C0 m/swind9 h 50 mdaylight · 08:11 – 18:01
Prices
Rates 2025 · confirm current rates locally
Camping
Adults 16+
2,000 ISK
Children, 0 – 15 years (0–15 years)
Free
Extras
Electricity
1,000 ISK
Shower 500 ISK per person
500 ISK
Taxes
Lodging tax per unit per night
400 ISK per unit / night
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  • 2026 Information Coming Soon
  • We are currently awaiting updated information from the campsite operator for the 2026 season. As soon as we receive it, this page will be updated with the latest details regarding opening dates, facilities, and pricing.
  • Are you the operator of this campsite? Please contact us at tjalda@tjalda.is so we can update the information.

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

In season now · Winter in IcelandBlue Ice - Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing from Reykjavíkfrom 32.990 ISK · 13 h 30 min
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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

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

km column = your drive

  1. 1Geysir, Haukadal3 km
  2. 2Tjaldsvæðið við Faxa11 km
  3. 3Úthlíð, Biskupstungu11 km
  4. 4Tjaldsvæði Úthlíð11 km
  5. 5Hvítárnes41 km
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Waterfalls

  1. 1Gullfoss6 km
  2. 2Dimmufoss10 km
  3. 3Faxi11 km
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Hot springs

  1. 1Kúalaug3 km
  2. 2Blesi3 km
  3. 3Smiður3 km
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Fuel

  1. 1Geysir3 km · 310.9 kr/L
  2. 2Brautarhóll18 km · 310.9 kr/L
  3. 3Flúðir20 km · 310.9 kr/L
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Supermarkets

  1. 1Krambúð20 km
  2. 2Krambúðin26 km
  3. 3Kjörbúðin54 km
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Tours

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  2. (RS) Lake Myvatn & Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyrifrom 25.900 ISK · 6 hours
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Frequently
asked
questions

Can I wild camp near Skjól 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 Skjól in advance?
Skjól 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 Skjól open?
Most Icelandic campsites open June through August or September. Confirm directly with Skjól for exact dates, especially outside peak summer.
What facilities does Skjól have?
Skjól lists: Electricity, Walking paths, Golf course, Food service, Shower, Sleeping bag accommodation, Horse rental, Toilets, Free for children.

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