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Jökuldalsvegur

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A road near the Stuðlagil basalt canyon, with two river crossings along the way.

Later in the season, conditions can shift fast — snow in September is noted on record even while the road is nominally open.

The road's main draw is proximity to Stuðlagil, the basalt canyon — the two river crossings are the toll for reaching it.

Two river crossings are noted. Late in the season, check for snow as well as water levels — a road that's officially open can still have surprise conditions in September.

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64.7167°N, 18.1333°W · Highlands

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Getting there
Road F26 (Sprs. Versalir-Nýid)
Off the main road
42.8 km from Route 26
Nearest town
Hrafnagil — 96.4 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
193 km in a straight line
What else is close
37 mapped places within 20 km
Good to know
Reached on an F-road. Icelandic law requires a 4WD vehicle on F-roads, and they open only for the summer season — check the current status before setting out.

Tours near Jökuldalsvegur

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Is F923 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
F923 JökuldalsvegurNot reportedÓþekkt

F923 typically opens late June–early July and closes by September–October — always confirm on road.is before you drive.

Jökuldalsvegur weather and conditions

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0°Csnow · feels -7°C11 m/sgusts 149 h 47 mdaylight · 08:04 – 17:52
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

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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

Jökuldalsvegur — photo by Pjt56 · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0Photo: Pjt56 · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
F-roads of Iceland: F923 (Jökuldalsvegur) (26.09.2020)Ervin Drives Around
Crossing highlands in Iceland on motorcycle. Road F910, F923, F905Maciej Suwiński
Iceland - Road F923 crossing Jökla river northcilurnirides.com
Iceland trip 18, F923Bas Brand
Iceland Highland Roads F923, F910, F88, F26 Studlagil - Herðubreiðarlindir - NýidalurSvensk Strawanzer
VW T5 4x4: the beautiful Highlands of Iceland - F923 🚐🇮🇸. #iceland #4x4SwissOverlander - 4X4 | OVERLAND | TRAVEL

Nearby

km column = your drive

  1. 1Sprengisandsleið11 km
  2. 2Dragaleið43 km
  3. 3Skagafjarðarleið45 km
  4. 4Austurleið54 km
  5. 5Eyjafjarðarleið59 km
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Waterfalls

  1. 1Skuggafoss46 km
  2. 2Hvanngiljafoss59 km
  3. 3Runufoss60 km
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Hot springs

  1. 1Laugafell36 km
  2. 2Sundlaug55 km
  3. 3Baðlaug Kerlingarfjöll Hot Spring55 km
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Fuel

  1. 1Hrauneyjar80 km · 315.8 kr/L
  2. 2Freysnes100 km · 308.6 kr/L
  3. 3Kirkjubæjarklaustur103 km · 308.7 kr/L
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Supermarkets

  1. 1Gvendarkjör103 km
  2. 2Bónus106 km
  3. 3Fisk Kompaní106 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
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Frequently
asked
questions

What car do I need for F923?
At least a medium 4x4. It's rated medium difficulty for the two river crossings.
Does F923 lead to Stuðlagil canyon?
It runs near the Stuðlagil basalt canyon area, on record.
Are there river crossings on F923?
Yes, two are noted on the route.
Is F923 open in September?
It can be, but snow is noted as a possibility even while the road is nominally open that late in the season — check road.is before a September trip.
Can I drive F923 in a 2WD car?
No. It's an F-road; 2WD vehicles are prohibited by law and unsupported by rental insurance.

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