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Úlfljótsvatn

Reykjavík Areafrom 2,150 ISK/night16 facilities

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Úlfljótsvatn is one of Iceland's largest campsites, run by the Scout movement and able to hold up to 5,000 guests across 18 zones, many right by the lake. It's a family site with a climbing tower, kayaking, archery and fishing on the doorstep. Children stay free.

Úlfljótsvatn runs at a different scale from most Icelandic campsites. It's one of the largest in the country, split into 18 zones that can hold as many as 5,000 people, with plenty of pitches sitting right on the lake. The Scout movement has run it since 1941, and it shows in the setup: this is a family site built around activities. Kids can climb the tallest climbing tower in Iceland, kayak on the lake, or try archery at weekend sessions run by staff. Fishing in zone two is included, so you can catch a trout for the barbecue. Flat lakeside pitches come with electricity, and the service house has eight showers. There's cooking indoors, Wi-Fi and a golf course. One house rule worth noting: being drunk isn't welcome here.

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

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64.0958°N, 21.0472°W · Reykjavík Area

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Walk-ins
Not accepted — book ahead
Advance booking
Not offered
Getting there
Road 360 (Írafoss-Nesjav.)
Off the main road
1.7 km from Route 36
Nearest town
Hveragerði — 12.7 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
44 km in a straight line
What else is close
402 mapped places within 20 km

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Amenities

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

Facilities listed by tjalda.is

Úlfljótsvatn weather and conditions

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1°Covercast · feels -6°C8 m/sgusts 139 h 58 mdaylight · 08:11 – 18:09
Prices
Rates 2026
Camping
Adults
2,150 ISK per person / night
Senior citizens and people with disabilities
1,270 ISK per person / night
Youth (13–17 years) (13–17 years)
830 ISK per person / night
Children
Free
Lodging unit fee
450 ISK per night
Extras
Electricity
1,250 ISK per night
Also listed
  • Facility fee for day visitors: ISK 300 per day

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

Úlfljótsvatn — photo by tjalda.isPhoto: tjalda.is
ÚlfljótsvatnThe TouristTV Channel
Ulfljotsvatn IntroductionCamp Iceland
Introduction - Ulfljotsvatn Outdoor and Scout Center in IcelandCamp Iceland
THE VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE | ÚLFLJÓTSVATNÚlfljótsvatn
National Scout Jamboree - Úlfljótsvatn Iceland - FlyoverCamp Iceland
National Scout Jamboree - Úlfljótsvatn Iceland - Flyover 2Camp Iceland

Nearby

km column = your drive

  1. 1Útilífsmiðstöð skáta Úlfljótsvatni< 1 km
  2. 2Tjaldsvæðið á Ljósafossi2 km
  3. 3Hveragerði - Reykjamörk13 km
  4. 4Tjaldsvæðið Í Hveragerði13 km
  5. 5Fagrabrekka20 km
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Waterfalls

  1. 1Djúpagilsfoss11 km
  2. 2Reykjafoss12 km
  3. 3Öxarárfoss19 km
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Hot springs

  1. 1Geothermal hot spring near Ölfus10 km
  2. 2Reykjadalur Thermal River10 km
  3. 3Natural hot pot near Grímsnes- og Grafningshreppur11 km
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Fuel

  1. 1Hveragerði13 km · 279.7 kr/L
  2. 2Minni Borg14 km · 308.7 kr/L
  3. 3Selfoss17 km · 279.8 kr/L
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Supermarkets

  1. 1Bónus13 km
  2. 2Krónan18 km
  3. 3Hagkaup Sérvara18 km
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Frequently
asked
questions

Can I wild camp near Úlfljótsvatn 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 Úlfljótsvatn in advance?
Úlfljótsvatn 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 Úlfljótsvatn open?
Most Icelandic campsites open June through August or September. Confirm directly with Úlfljótsvatn for exact dates, especially outside peak summer.
What facilities does Úlfljótsvatn have?
Úlfljótsvatn lists: Electricity, Walking paths, Golf course, Cooking facilities, Pets allowed on a leash, Waste disposal for mobile homes, Shower, Washing machine, Fishing, Wheelchair accessible, Wi-Fi, Cold water, Hot water, Toilets, Playground, Free for children.
How much does Úlfljótsvatn cost?
Camping starts at 2,150 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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