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Veiðivatnaleið

South CoastmediumMin vehicle: medium 4x44WD required

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A sandy highland road leading to the Veiðivötn crater-lake area, used mainly by anglers and highland travelers.

Remote and quiet — mainly used by people heading to fish the lakes rather than passing through.

The road exists to serve the Veiðivötn lakes, a cluster of crater lakes used mostly by anglers rather than sightseers.

Two clear-water river crossings are noted on this road. Sandy sections reduce traction and can slow you down more than the rivers do — deflate tires appropriately for sand if your vehicle allows it, and keep momentum without excessive speed.

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64.0333°N, 18.8500°W · South Coast

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Off the main road
20.4 km from Route 26
Nearest town
Kirkjubæjarklaustur — 48.4 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
151 km in a straight line
What else is close
333 mapped places within 20 km

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Is F228 open right now?

Live from Vegagerðin, the authority that opens and closes this road. Every other highland road is on the live F-road map.

1 highland road reported · 1 not reported · Vegagerðin, updated 9 min ago

F-roadStatus nowVegagerðin's wording
F228 VeiðivatnaleiðNot reportedÓþekkt

F228 typically opens late June–early July and closes by September–October — always confirm on road.is before you drive.

Veiðivatnaleið weather and conditions

Last updated

2°Cclear · feels -5°C10 m/sgusts 139 h 52 mdaylight · 08:05 – 17:57
In season now · Winter in IcelandSolheimajokull Ice Climbing & Glacier Hikefrom 31.381 ISK · 4 h
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Cars & campers

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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
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Photos & videos

Veiðivatnaleið — photo by Arnas Goldberg · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 3.0Photo: Arnas Goldberg · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 3.0
F-roads of Iceland: F228 (Veiðivatnaleið) (17.07.2020)Ervin Drives Around

Nearby

km column = your drive

  1. 1Jökulheimaleið8 km
  2. 2Fjallabaksleið nyrðri12 km
  3. 3Langisjór14 km
  4. 4Landmannalaugavegur25 km
  5. 5Eldgjárvegur31 km
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Waterfalls

  1. 1Ófærufoss14 km
  2. 2Tungnaárfellsfoss15 km
  3. 3Silfurfoss18 km
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Hot springs

  1. 1Geothermal hot spring near Rangárþing ytra11 km
  2. 2Brennisteinsalda11 km
  3. 3Landmannalaugar Hot River11 km
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Fuel

  1. 1Hrauneyjar28 km · 315.8 kr/L
  2. 2Kirkjubæjarklaustur48 km · 310.9 kr/L
  3. 3Árnes68 km · 310.9 kr/L
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Supermarkets

  1. 1Gvendarkjör48 km
  2. 2Krónan69 km
  3. 3Krambúð72 km
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Tours

  1. Adrenaline Combo: Off-Road Buggy & Mega Zipline Experiencefrom 29.300 ISK · 3 hours
  2. Buggy Adventure in Þórsmörkfrom 89.990 ISK · 5 hours
  3. Bus transfer from Landmannalaugar to Hella / Reykjavikfrom 12.220 ISK · 4 hours
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Frequently
asked
questions

What car do I need for F228?
At least a medium 4x4. It's rated medium difficulty for the combination of two river crossings and sandy terrain.
Are there river crossings on F228?
Yes — two clear-water river crossings are noted on record.
Why is F228 sandy?
The road runs through the Veiðivötn area, a volcanic crater-lake landscape with loose sandy sections that reduce traction.
Is F228 popular with anglers?
Yes — it mainly serves people heading to fish the Veiðivötn lakes rather than general highland sightseeing traffic.
Can I take a 2WD car on F228?
No. It's an F-road, so 2WD vehicles aren't legally permitted and rental insurance won't cover 2WD damage.

Data & sources

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All f-roads18 F-roads in South Coast, mapped with photos, distances and live conditions
Iceland nowfrom 19 Sep 06:10
8°C · overcastWind 2 m/sRing Road (R1) openAurora Kp 2.67Daylight 07:02 – 19:39Webcams