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Haukadalsskarðsvegur

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An easy F-road over a mountain pass, ending near the reconstructed farmstead Eiríksstaðir.

Low-stakes compared to most F-roads — a straightforward pass rather than a technical drive.

The road ends near Eiríksstaðir, a reconstructed farmstead associated with the family of Leif Erikson.

2–3 small river crossings are noted, none flagged as serious on record. Still check current levels before you go — 'not serious' isn't the same as 'zero risk.'

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65.0500°N, 19.6667°W · Highlands

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Off the main road
2.3 km from Route 35
Nearest town
Varmahlíð — 56.8 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
148 km in a straight line
What else is close
18 mapped places within 20 km

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Is F586 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 2 min ago

F-roadStatus nowVegagerðin's wording
F586 HaukadalsskarðsvegurNot reportedÓþekkt

F586 typically opens late June–early July and closes by September–October — always confirm on road.is before you drive.

Haukadalsskarðsvegur weather and conditions

Last updated

1°Cmostly clear · feels -6°C9 m/sgusts 149 h 45 mdaylight · 08:11 – 17:57
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

Haukadalsskarðsvegur — photo by Wolfgang Sauber · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0Photo: Wolfgang Sauber · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0
F-Roads of Iceland: F586 (Haukadalsskarðsvegur) (10.07.2021)Ervin Drives Around
driving road F586 Iceland F-roadOlivier Staiger
Driving on Iceland F586 RoadCTBob
Iceland's F586 RoadCocofx
Iceland F586 4x4 RoadRBM
Crossing a small river, F586 Iceland 🇮🇸Ju:rg

Nearby

km column = your drive

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  2. 2Kerlingafjallavegur43 km
  3. 3Svörtutungur48 km
  4. 4Kerlingarfjöll old50 km
  5. 5Eysteinsdalsleið55 km
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Waterfalls

  1. 1Gýgjarfoss41 km
  2. 2Runufoss42 km
  3. 3Skuggafoss44 km
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Hot springs

  1. 1Hveravellir Pool21 km
  2. 2Heimilishver21 km
  3. 3Fagrihver21 km
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Fuel

  1. 1Varmahlíð57 km · 308.7 kr/L
  2. 2Víðihlíð58 km · 310.9 kr/L
  3. 3Laugarbakki65 km · 279.8 kr/L
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Supermarkets

  1. 1Kaupfélag Vestur-Húnvetninga71 km
  2. 2Kjörbúðin74 km
  3. 3Hlíðarkaup76 km
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Tours

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Frequently
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questions

What car do I need for F586?
Any 4x4. It's rated easy, with 2–3 small river crossings noted, none flagged as serious.
Are there river crossings on F586?
Yes, 2–3 small ones on record — none flagged as serious, but check current conditions before you go regardless.
What's at the end of F586?
Eiríksstaðir, a reconstructed farmstead associated with Leif Erikson's father.
Is F586 a good easy F-road to start with?
It's rated easy with small, non-serious river crossings on record — a reasonable option if you want a first F-road, though a 4x4 is still required.
Can I drive F586 with a 2WD car?
No. It's an F-road; 2WD vehicles are illegal here regardless of the easy rating.

Data & sources

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All f-roads25 F-roads in Highlands, 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