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Hike from Írárfoss

South Coast, Iceland5.8 kmModerateGPS track
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Hike from Írárfoss

South Coast, Iceland5.8 kmModerateGPS track

Map of Hike from Írárfoss

Hike from Írárfoss is on Iceland's South Coast at 63.5753°N, 19.8279°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Plan your visit

Getting there
Road 246 (Skálavegur)
Off the main road
1.4 km from Route 1
Nearest town
Vestmannaeyjabær — 26.6 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
122 km in a straight line
What else is close
267 mapped places within 20 km

Hike from Írárfoss weather and conditions

At Hike from Írárfoss in South Coast, conditions as of 15 September 2026, 21:45 (Iceland time): 7°C, overcast, wind 1 m/s. Daylight today: 13 h 03 m (sunrise 06:43, sunset 19:46). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 15 September 2026, 21:45 · source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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How long is the Hike from Írárfoss hike?
The Hike from Írárfoss trail is about 5.8 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 Hike from Írárfoss trailhead?
Hike from Írárfoss 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 Hike from Írárfoss safe to hike alone?
Hike from Írárfoss sits 27 km from Vestmannaeyjabær, and 1.4 km from Route 1. The uploader rated it moderate and it climbs about 401 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 Hike from Írárfoss?
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

Hot Springs

  1. 1Seljavallalaug11 km
  2. 2Geothermal hot spring near Vestmannaeyjabær27 km
  3. 3Geothermal hot spring near Hvolsvöllur28 km
  4. 4Hot Spring Shower29 km
4 hot springs near South Coast

Campsites

  1. 1Hamragarðar9 km
  2. 2Tjaldsvæðið við Skógafoss16 km
  3. 3Fljótshlíð19 km
  4. 4Camping Volcano Huts19 km
4 campsites near South Coast

Supermarkets

  1. 1Krónan26 km
  2. 2Bónus27 km
  3. 3Kjörbúðin40 km
  4. 4Krambúð66 km
4 supermarkets near South Coast

Gas stations

  1. 1Vestmannaeyjar26 km
  2. 2Hvolsvöllur28 km
  3. 3Hella40 km
  4. 4Vík í Mýrdal45 km
4 gas stations near South Coast

Tours

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3 hours

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5 hours

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4 hours

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3 tours near South Coast

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