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Systragil

North Icelandfrom 2,000 ISK/night16 facilities

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Systragil is a sheltered woodland campsite by the Systralækur stream in Fnjóskadalur valley, on Road 833 about 2 km from the Ring Road. Spread over three levels with electricity throughout, it has heated toilets, showers, cooking facilities and a playground. Akureyri, Goðafoss and Lake Mývatn are within easy driving distance.

Right across from the site is Vaglaskógur, Iceland's largest birch forest, threaded with walking trails — and the historic Þingmannaleið path climbs up through the Systragil gorge itself. In autumn the surrounding ground fills with berries and mushrooms. The campsite sits in sheltered woodland beside the Systralækur stream, laid out over three grassy levels with tree cover. It's a family-friendly place, taking tents, caravans, camper vans and motorhomes, with electricity in every area and a playground by the service building. Facilities are a step up from basic: heated toilets, showers, cooking facilities, hot and cold water, a washing machine, dryer and waste disposal. It's about 2 km off the Ring Road on Road 833, handy for Akureyri, Goðafoss, Húsavík and Lake Mývatn. Open late May to the end of September.

Book ahead in summer, especially near popular spots. Campsites fill up by late afternoon.

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65.7070°N, 17.8976°W · North Iceland

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Season
Open from 26th of May until 30th of September
Walk-ins
Accepted — first-come, first-served
Advance booking
Not offered
Getting there
Road 833 (Hringv-Vaglask.v.)
Off the main road
2.3 km from Route 1
Nearest town
Veigastaðir — 7.1 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
258 km in a straight line
What else is close
201 mapped places within 20 km

Tours near Systragil

Dettifoss & Goðafoss Waterfall w/packed Lunch Small Group from Akureyri Portfrom 36.000 ISK · 7 hNorthern lights Combofrom 32.500 ISK · 6 hAkureyri Classic Whales in the Midnight Sunfrom 14.500 ISK · 3 hAkureyri Express Whales & Eyjafjordfrom 24.900 ISK · 2 hAkureyri City Walk & Local Foodfrom 16.900 ISK · 3 hWhale Watching from Akureyrifrom 13.990 ISK · 2 h 30 minMyvatn, Waterfall, Hot Springs & Volcanoes Tour from Akureyrifrom 21.990 ISK · 6 hLake Mývatn Shore Excursion from Akureyri Port - Spanishfrom 23.000 ISK · 6 hLake Mývatn Shore Excursion from Akureyri Port - Germanfrom 23.000 ISK · 6 h
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ToursIn season nowNorthern Lights 4x4 Tour from Akureyrifrom 34.799 ISK · 2 h 30 minLake Mývatn & Snowmobile Tour from Akureyrifrom 59.900 ISK · 9 hGoðafoss and the Forest Lagoonfrom 26.400 ISK · 4 hAll 1,648 toursBy activity and region

Amenities

Services & Accessibility
  • Electricity
  • Pets allowed on a leash
  • Wi-Fi
Hygiene facilities
  • Waste disposal for mobile homes
  • Shower
  • Washing machine
  • Cold water
  • Hot water
  • Toilets
  • Dryer
Cooking & Dining facilities
  • Cooking facilities
Entertainment
  • Walking paths
  • Playground
Local area
  • Golf course
  • Zoo
  • Swimming pool

Facilities listed by tjalda.is

Systragil weather and conditions

Last updated

5°Cclear · feels -1°C7 m/sgusts 139 h 41 mdaylight · 08:07 – 17:47
Prices
Rates 2026
Camping
Adults
2,000 ISK per person / night
Senior citizens (67+)
1,700 ISK per person / night
Children 15 years and younger (≤15 years)
Free
Extras
Electricity
1,200 ISK per night
Washing machine
1,000 ISK per use
Tumble dryer
1,000 ISK per use
Showers
Free
Taxes
Accommodation tax
400 ISK per unit / night

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

In season now · Winter in IcelandNorthern Lights 4x4 Tour from Akureyrifrom 34.799 ISK · 2 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

Systragil — photo by tjalda.isPhoto: tjalda.is
Dreki, Myvatn par la F88. Systragil Camping GroundMathieu47200
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Nearby

km column = your drive

  1. 1Vaglaskógur1 km
  2. 2Lónsá, Akureyri12 km
  3. 3Hamrar12 km
  4. 4Eyjafjarðarsveit17 km
  5. 5Tjaldsvæði Eyjafjarðarsveitar17 km
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Waterfalls

  1. 1Goðafoss16 km
  2. 2Geitafoss16 km
  3. 3Barnafoss18 km
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Hot springs

  1. 1Natural hot pot near Svalbarðsstrandarhreppur7 km
  2. 2Geothermal hot spring near Svalbarðsstrandarhreppur7 km
  3. 3Natural hot pot near Þingeyjarsveit8 km
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Fuel

  1. 1Furuvellir9 km · 279.7 kr/L
  2. 2Akureyri BSO9 km · 308.7 kr/L
  3. 3Akureyri Tryggvabraut9 km · 279.9 kr/L
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Supermarkets

  1. 1Hagkaup9 km
  2. 2Krónan9 km
  3. 3Nettó10 km
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Tours

  1. (Cruise Ships) Lake Mývatn and Goðafossfrom 25.300 ISK · 6 hours 30 minutes
  2. (RS) Lake Myvatn & Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyrifrom 25.900 ISK · 6 hours
  3. Adventure snowmobile tour Akureyrifrom 166.750 ISK · 5 hours
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Frequently
asked
questions

Can I wild camp near Systragil 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 Systragil in advance?
Systragil 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 Systragil open?
Open from 26th of May until 30th of September — always confirm directly if you're planning a shoulder-season trip, since dates can shift year to year.
What facilities does Systragil have?
Systragil lists: Electricity, Walking paths, Golf course, Cooking facilities, Pets allowed on a leash, Zoo, Waste disposal for mobile homes, Shower, Swimming pool, Washing machine, Wi-Fi, Cold water, Hot water, Toilets, Playground, Dryer.
How much does Systragil cost?
Camping starts at 2,000 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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