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Arnarvatnsvegur

WestfjordshardMin vehicle: large 4x44WD required

About

Road to 100+ lakes. But you have to earn them.

The land of 100 lakes rewards survivors.

Leads to fishing lodges if you can get past the entrance exam.

The Nórðingafljót river beats more people than it lets through. Turn back if unsure. Seriously.

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Map of Arnarvatnsvegur

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65.0000°N, 21.5000°W · Westfjords

Plan your visit

Off the main road
4.1 km from Route 60
Nearest town
Búðardalur — 17.4 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
97 km in a straight line
What else is close
60 mapped places within 20 km

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Is F578 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 3 min ago

F-roadStatus nowVegagerðin's wording
F578 ArnarvatnsvegurNot reportedÓþekkt

F578 typically opens late June–early July and closes by September–October — always confirm on road.is before you drive.

Arnarvatnsvegur weather and conditions

Last updated

2°Covercast · feels -4°C9 m/sgusts 139 h 46 mdaylight · 08:19 – 18:04
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

Arnarvatnsvegur — photo by Rémih · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0Photo: Rémih · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
F-Roads of Iceland: F578 (Arnarvatnsvegur) (10.08.2021)Ervin Drives Around
F578 Arnarvatnsvegur Iceland 2022Egill Ibsen (TF3EO)
F578: Iceland’s Epic Road #iceland #travel #shortsPlanes, Trains and Automobiles Vlog
Islande - F578 - guéislande zou
River crossing F578 IcelandCharlieKMQ
Iceland 2008, road Nr F578.edkrukowski

Nearby

Waterfalls

  1. 1Hamrafoss16 km
  2. 2Bjarnafoss17 km
  3. 3Hörtlafoss18 km
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Hot springs

  1. 1Grafarlaug4 km
  2. 2Natural hot pot near Dalabyggð17 km
  3. 3Geothermal hot spring near Borgarbyggð26 km
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Fuel

  1. 1Búðardalur17 km · 308.7 kr/L
  2. 2Staðarskáli25 km · 310.9 kr/L
  3. 3Hreðavatnsskáli26 km · 303.6 kr/L
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Supermarkets

  1. 1Krambúð17 km
  2. 2Kaupfélag Vestur-Húnvetninga51 km
  3. 3Hyrnan54 km
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Tours

  1. Avoid the crowdsfrom 60.000 ISK · 6 hours
  2. Bike and Kayak Combofrom 27.900 ISK · 7 hours
  3. BIRD CLIFFS & BEAUTIFUL BEACHES - bikingfrom 36.800 ISK · 9 hours
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Frequently
asked
questions

What car do I need for F578?
The minimum vehicle for F578 is "large 4x4". A proper 4WD like the Dacia Duster or Suzuki Vitara covers "any 4x4" roads; pick something larger for "medium 4x4" routes. The rental section below has live prices — the code MAP gives 12% off.
Can I drive F578 in a 2WD car?
No. F578 legally requires 4WD, like every F-road in Iceland. Driving it in a 2WD car is illegal and voids your rental insurance if anything goes wrong.
When does F578 open?
Most highland F-roads open mid-June to early July and close by September or October. Check road.is before you drive.
How do I get to F578?
F578 (Arnarvatnsvegur) is located in Westfjords. Check live road status on road.is before you drive — F-roads close without warning after rain or early snow.
Is river-crossing damage covered by rental insurance on F578?
No. River-crossing damage is excluded from every rental insurance policy in Iceland, even full-coverage plans. Cross only where locals or rangers confirm it’s safe.

Data & sources

Everything on this page comes from the sources below. Live feeds refresh automatically.

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All f-roads1 F-roads in Westfjords, 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