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Hjorleifshofdi

South Coast, Iceland3.8 kmEasyGPS trackRecorded by 3 hikers

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HikeSouth Coast

Hjorleifshofdi

South Coast, Iceland3.8 kmEasyGPS trackRecorded by 3 hikers

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Hjorleifshofdi is on Iceland's South Coast at 63.4237°N, 18.7648°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Off the main road: 11.1 km from Route 1
Nearest town: Vík í Mýrdal — 12.2 km away
Distance from Reykjavík: 176 km in a straight line
What else is close: 162 mapped places within 20 km

Hjorleifshofdi weather and conditions

At Hjorleifshofdi in South Coast, conditions as of 30 August 2026, 21:15 (Iceland time): 7°C (feels like 4°C), overcast, wind 3 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 36 m (sunrise 05:57, sunset 20:34). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 30 August 2026, 21:15· source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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Cars & campers

−12%exclusive discountFree cancellation

KEF airport pickup 24/74.8

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 Hjorleifshofdi

Free cancellation

Small groups

Iceland tour

Adrenaline Combo: Off-Road Buggy & Mega Zipline Experience

The Buggy Iceland and Mega Zipline Combo Tour offers an exhilarating adventure for thrill-seekers exploring Iceland.

Duration3 hours

HighlightsSouth Iceland

Buggy Adventure-Þórsmörk

"Þórsmörk has a spot in every Icelander's heart.

Duration5 hours

HighlightsSouth Iceland

Bus transfer from Landmannalaugar to Hella / Reykjavik

Our transfer service offers a comfortable and safe way to travel from the heart of Iceland's highlands, Landmannalaugar, to the…

Duration4 hours

HighlightsSouth Iceland

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Hjorleifshofdi — photo by Spacemonkey13 / Wikiloc

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Exploring Iceland: The Yoda Cave at Hjorleifshofdi — Hjorleifshofdi — video poster — Exploring Iceland: The Yoda Cave at HjorleifshofdiWandering in Recovery

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🇮🇸 Iceland Walkinng Tour - Hjörleifshöfði Cave “Yoda Cave” #MWG [4K] — Hjorleifshofdi — video poster — 🇮🇸 Iceland Walkinng Tour - Hjörleifshöfði Cave “Yoda Cave” #MWG [4K]MONKEY WITH A GIMBAL

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Hjörleifshöfði - South Iceland — Hjorleifshofdi — video poster — Hjörleifshöfði - South IcelandTiny Iceland

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Abandoned Iceland #20: Hjörleifshöfði — Hjorleifshofdi — video poster — Abandoned Iceland #20: HjörleifshöfðiThe Reykjavík Grapevine

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How long is the Hjorleifshofdi hike?

The Hjorleifshofdi trail is about 3.8 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 Hjorleifshofdi trailhead?

Hjorleifshofdi 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 Hjorleifshofdi safe to hike alone?

Hjorleifshofdi sits 12 km from Vík í Mýrdal, and 11 km from Route 1. The uploader rated it easy and it climbs about 243 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 Hjorleifshofdi?

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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Waterfalls

#1.Uxafótafoss

9.2 km·~11 min drive

A waterfall in South Coast.

#2.Biniöfoss

9.2 km·~11 min drive

A waterfall in South Coast.

#3.Remundargilsfossi

14 km·~16 min drive

A waterfall in South Coast.

#4.Huldufoss

19 km·~23 min drive

A waterfall in South Coast.

4 waterfalls near South Coast

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Mýrdalshreppur

12 km·~15 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#2.Seljavallalaug

45 km·~54 min drive

Historic 1923 pool in valley near Seljalandsfoss. Free, 15-min walk, unmaintained. Bring…

#3.Strútslaug

51 km·~61 min drive

Pool hot spring

#4.Hot Spring Shower

53 km·~64 min drive

Geothermal spot

4 hot springs near South Coast

Campsites

#1.Tjaldsvæðið Vík í Mýrdal

12 km·~14 min drive

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Check…

#2.Þakgil

13 km·~16 min drive

Þakgil is located in a beautiful landscapi between the glacier Mýrdalsjökull and…

#3.Tjaldsvæðið við Skógafoss

39 km·~47 min drive

The campsite is situated in South Iceland just few minutes from the Skógafoss waterfall.…

#4.Þvergil

44 km·~53 min drive

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Check for…

4 campsites near South Coast

Supermarkets

#1.Krónan

12 km·~14 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

#2.Gvendarkjör

54 km·~65 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#3.Bónus

75 km·~90 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#4.Kjörbúðin

93 km·~111 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near South Coast

Gas stations

#1.Vík í Mýrdal

11 km·~14 min drive

Orkan · 308.2 kr/L petrol

#2.Kirkjubæjarklaustur

55 km·~65 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Vestmannaeyjar

75 km·~90 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#4.Hvolsvöllur

81 km·~97 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near South Coast

Tours

#1.Adrenaline Combo: Off-Road Buggy & Mega Zipline Experience

3 hours

The Buggy Iceland and Mega Zipline Combo Tour offers an exhilarating adventure for thrill-seekers exploring Iceland.

from 29.300 ISKView tour →

#2.Buggy Adventure-Þórsmörk

5 hours

"Þórsmörk has a spot in every Icelander's heart.

from 89.990 ISKView tour →

#3.Bus transfer from Landmannalaugar to Hella / Reykjavik

4 hours

Our transfer service offers a comfortable and safe way to travel from the heart of Iceland's highlands, Landmannalaugar, to the…

from 12.220 ISKView tour →

3 tours near South Coast

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PhotographyHero & gallery photography · Spacemonkey13 / Wikiloc
WikilocDescription & facts
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