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Skjöldólfsstaðir

North Iceland, Iceland
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Skjöldólfsstaðir

North Iceland, Iceland

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Road · From Reykjavík to the foss
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Cars & campers

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Toyota RAV4
SUV

Toyota RAV4

Heated seats for winter waterfall runs, range for highland summer loops.

TransmissionAutomatic
FuelHybrid
Seats5
DriveAWD
From
8,075 kr9,500 kr/day
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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
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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
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Tours near Skjöldólfsstaðir

Free cancellationSmall groups
Akureyri Whale Watching
North

Akureyri Whale Watching

Humpbacks and dolphins in Eyjafjörður — the classic North-Iceland outing.

Duration3 hours
PickupAkureyri
HighlightsEyjafjörður
TypeBoat tour
From
14.500 kr
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Glacier & Golden Circle
Adventure

Glacier & Golden Circle

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

Duration10 hours
PickupReykjavík
ActivitySnowmobile
VehicleSuper Jeep
From
49.990 kr
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Nearby

Waterfalls

Rjúkandi

A waterfall in North Iceland. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

2.4 km away
Stuðlafoss

Stuðlafoss

A waterfall in North Iceland. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

18 km away
Hengifoss

Hengifoss

Hengifoss is the third highest waterfall in Iceland, 128 meters. It is located in…

27 km away

Bæjarfoss

A waterfall in East Iceland. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

28 km away

Hot Springs

Natural hot pot near Múlaþing

Natural hot pot. Coordinates only - verify before visiting.

50 m away

Natural hot pot near Egilsstaðir

Natural hot pot. Coordinates only - verify before visiting.

34 km away

Hveragil

Hot spring in East Iceland. Natural geothermal bathing spot.

42 km away

Laugarvallalaug

Geothermal spot. Water temp varies but usually comfortable. Bring your own towel.

46 km away

Campsites

Skjöldólfsstaðir

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

50 m away

Stuðlagil

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

19 km away

Stuðlagil Canyon Camping

There is space for up to 100 people, toilet, shower, area for washing dishes. If guest…

19 km away

Camping Mjóanes

East Iceland campsite in the remote and beautiful Eastfjords. Fewer tourists means better…

29 km away

Services

Skjöldólfsstaðir

Orkan fuel station

250 m away

Hallormsstaður

Orkan fuel station

30 km away

Fellabær

ÓB fuel station

32 km away

Egilsstaðir

N1 fuel station

33 km away

Frequently
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Can I wild camp near Skjöldólfsstaðir 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 Skjöldólfsstaðir in advance?
Skjöldólfsstaðir 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 Skjöldólfsstaðir open?
Most Icelandic campsites open June through August or September. Confirm directly with Skjöldólfsstaðir for exact dates, especially outside peak summer.
What facilities does Skjöldólfsstaðir have?
Facility details for Skjöldólfsstaðir aren't fully documented yet — contact the site directly or check on arrival. Basic Icelandic campsites typically have at least a toilet block.
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