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5.6 kmHardGPS track
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Grimsfjall

West Iceland5.6 kmHardGPS track

Map of Grimsfjall

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64.9232°N, 22.7991°W · West Iceland

Plan your visit

Off the main road
3.3 km from Route 56
Nearest town
Stykkishólmur — 5.6 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
96 km in a straight line
What else is close
154 mapped places within 20 km

Grimsfjall weather and conditions

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Frequently
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How long is the Grimsfjall hike?
The Grimsfjall trail is about 5.6 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 Grimsfjall trailhead?
Grimsfjall 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 Grimsfjall safe to hike alone?
Grimsfjall sits 5.6 km from Stykkishólmur, and 3.3 km from Route 56. The uploader rated it hard and it climbs about 469 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 Grimsfjall?
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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