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Around Hitarvatn Day 2 3

West Iceland, Iceland17 kmHardGPS track

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Around Hitarvatn Day 2 3

West Iceland, Iceland17 kmHardGPS track

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Around Hitarvatn Day 2 3 is in West Iceland at 64.8800°N, 21.8557°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Off the main road: 14.1 km from Route 54
Nearest town: Bifröst — 19.1 km away
Distance from Reykjavík: 82 km in a straight line
What else is close: 141 mapped places within 20 km

Around Hitarvatn Day 2 3 weather and conditions

At Around Hitarvatn Day 2 3 in West Iceland, conditions as of 31 August 2026, 20:15 (Iceland time): 5°C (feels like -1°C), clear, wind 7 m/s gusting to 11 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 47 m (sunrise 06:04, sunset 20:51). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

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Cars & campers

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SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

Cheapest real 4WD in the fleet — gravel, the Westfjords and easy summer F-roads without truck prices.

VW Caravelle

Whole family or friend group in one car — gear in the back, room to stretch.

TransmissionAutomatic

12,750 kr15,000 kr/day

Reserve −12%

Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

Sleep right by the trailhead, wake up at the falls — F-road ready from mid-June.

Tours near Around Hitarvatn Day 2 3

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Small groups

Hiking

Day Trek to Akrafjall: The Troll's Mountain

IF THIS ONE SHOWS UNAVAILABLE, CHECK OUR OTHER DAY TOURS as we run one tour per day.

Duration6 hours 30 minutes

HighlightsWest Iceland

From Grundarfjörður Port: Private Snaefellsness Tour

Step away from busy destinations like the Golden Circle and the South Coast with the tour.

Duration8 hours

HighlightsWest Iceland

Grundarfjordur Port: Small Group Snaefellsnes Peninsula from Cruise Terminal

Join a small group shore excursion from Grundarfjordur Port and explore the landscapes of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula often call

Duration5 hours

HighlightsWest Iceland

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25.340 ISK

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Around Hitarvatn Day 2 3 — photo by Vera Varis / Wikiloc

Photo: Vera Varis / Wikiloc / wikiloc.com

Around Hitarvatn Day 2 3 — photo by Vera Varis

Photo: Vera Varis / wikiloc.com

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How long is the Around Hitarvatn Day 2 3 hike?

The Around Hitarvatn Day 2 3 trail is about 17 km based on its recorded GPS track. Times vary with pace, weather and how much you stop — plan conservatively and turn back early if conditions change.

How do I get to the Around Hitarvatn Day 2 3 trailhead?

Around Hitarvatn Day 2 3 is in West Iceland. Use the map on this page for the trailhead coordinates and check live road conditions before you drive — some trailheads sit on gravel or F-roads that need a 4×4 and only open in summer.

Is Around Hitarvatn Day 2 3 safe to hike alone?

Around Hitarvatn Day 2 3 sits 19 km from Bifröst, and 14 km from Route 54. The uploader rated it hard and it climbs about 748 m. Iceland trails are often unmarked and weather turns quickly. Tell someone your plan (or file one at safetravel.is), carry a charged phone and layers, check the forecast, and turn back if fog, wind or rising rivers set in. Don’t rely on phone signal.

When is the best time to hike Around Hitarvatn Day 2 3?

Around Hitarvatn Day 2 3 climbs about 748 m, so snow lingers on it later than on lowland trails. Most Icelandic hiking is a June–September activity, when trails are snow-free and daylight is long. Highland routes open later and close earlier; check road and trail status before committing.

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Waterfalls

#1.Hörtlafoss

14 km·~16 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland.

#2.Hamrafoss

14 km·~17 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland.

#3.Veiðifoss

15 km·~18 min drive

A waterfall in Iceland.

#4.Baulufoss

15 km·~18 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland.

4 waterfalls near West Iceland

Hot Springs

#1.Grafarlaug

18 km·~22 min drive

Pool hot spring

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Borgarbyggð

19 km·~23 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#3.Landbrotalaug

23 km·~27 min drive

Tiny natural hot pot on Snæfellsnes. Fits two people. Hidden gem.

#4.Natural hot pot near Borgarbyggð

24 km·~29 min drive

Swimming_pool hot spring

4 hot springs near West Iceland

Campsites

#1.Hallkelsstaðahlíð við Hlíðarvatn

14 km·~17 min drive

Hallkelsstadarhlid camping site is located in West Iceland. The site is conveniently…

#2.Sælukotið Árblik

18 km·~22 min drive

Árblik is about 12 km south of Budardalur close to road nr. 60. In Árblik there is a café…

#3.Lindartunga

20 km·~24 min drive

West Iceland camping. Access to Snæfellsnes peninsula and western attractions. Good…

#4.Snorrastaðir

24 km·~29 min drive

Snorrastaðir Farm holiday is a camp site and a farm holiday in a great location in…

4 campsites near West Iceland

F-Roads

#1.F578 Arnarvatnsvegur

21 km·~26 min drive

Road to 100+ lakes

1 f-roads near West Iceland

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúð

26 km·~31 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.Hyrnan

37 km·~45 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#3.Ljómalind

38 km·~45 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Nettó

38 km·~45 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near West Iceland

Gas stations

#1.Hreðavatnsskáli

19 km·~23 min drive

Orkan · 303.6 kr/L petrol

#2.Baulan

25 km·~29 min drive

Orkan · 279.7 kr/L petrol

#3.Búðardalur

26 km·~31 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#4.Borgarnes

35 km·~42 min drive

Atlantsolía · 279.8 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near West Iceland

Tours

#1.Day Trek to Akrafjall: The Troll's Mountain

6 hours 30 minutes

IF THIS ONE SHOWS UNAVAILABLE, CHECK OUR OTHER DAY TOURS as we run one tour per day.

from 18.101 ISKView tour →

#2.From Grundarfjörður Port: Private Snaefellsness Tour

8 hours

Step away from busy destinations like the Golden Circle and the South Coast with the tour.

from 269.900 ISKView tour →

#3.Grundarfjordur Port: Small Group Snaefellsnes Peninsula from Cruise Terminal

5 hours

Join a small group shore excursion from Grundarfjordur Port and explore the landscapes of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula often call

from 25.340 ISKView tour →

3 tours near West Iceland

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PhotographyHero & gallery photography · Vera Varis / Wikiloc
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VegagerðinVisitor access & practical facts
VegagerðinLive road status & cameras · Icelandic Road Administration
Open-MeteoWeather forecast · CC BY 4.0
NOAA SWPCAurora (planetary Kp) forecast · public domain
OpenStreetMapInteractive-map data · ODbL
Esri, Maxar & Earthstar GeographicsSatellite imagery for the 3D terrain render · GIS User Community