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South Coast, Iceland2.9 kmEasyGPS track
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Gjain

South Coast, Iceland2.9 kmEasyGPS track

Map of Gjain

Gjain is on Iceland's South Coast at 64.1512°N, 19.7509°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Plan your visit

Getting there
Road 327 (Stöng)
Off the main road
2.5 km from Route 32
Nearest town
Árnes — 27.2 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
106 km in a straight line
What else is close
88 mapped places within 20 km

Gjain weather and conditions

At Gjain in South Coast, conditions as of 30 August 2026, 22:00 (Iceland time): 8°C, rain, wind 2 m/s gusting to 9 m/s, 1.3 mm precipitation in the last hour. Daylight today: 14 h 41 m (sunrise 05:59, sunset 20:40). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 30 August 2026, 22:00· source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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Photos & videos

Iceland Vlog: Day 14 (Haifoss, Gjain, Landmannalaugar & The Highlands)Blu-ray Benn
Gjáin - Amazing ICELAND in 4K UHD - Aerial Drone FootageVilhjálmur Hallgrímsson
Gjáin - Amazing ICELAND in 4K UHD - Aerial Drone FootageVilhjálmur Hallgrímsson
Gjáin Iceland | Hidden Oasis Hike & Off-Road AdventureKevin Pferdner
A beautiful hike in Gjáin Canyon in IcelandLisa Fu
Gjáin in Þjórsárdalur Valley Upcountry, IcelandNaynt

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How long is the Gjain hike?
The Gjain trail is about 2.9 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 Gjain trailhead?
Gjain is in South Coast. 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 Gjain safe to hike alone?
Gjain sits 27 km from Árnes, and 2.5 km from Route 32. The uploader rated it easy and it climbs about 72 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 Gjain?
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.

Nearby

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4 hot springs near South Coast

Campsites

#1.Áfangagil
10 km·~12 min drive

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#2.Sandártunga
11 km·~13 min drive

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#3.Tjaldsvæðið í Þjórsárdal – Sandártunga
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#4.Rjúpnavellir
14 km·~16 min drive

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4 campsites near South Coast

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúð
28 km·~33 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.Kjörbúðin
47 km·~57 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#3.Krambúðin
48 km·~58 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#4.Krónan
50 km·~61 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near South Coast

Gas stations

#1.Hrauneyjar
23 km·~28 min drive

Olís · 315.8 kr/L petrol

#2.Árnes
27 km·~33 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Flúðir
28 km·~33 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Geysir
32 km·~38 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near South Coast

Tours

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3 tours near South Coast

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