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Kerlingarfjoll Jokulfall Hofsjokull

Highlands, Iceland14 kmModerateGPS track
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Kerlingarfjoll Jokulfall Hofsjokull

Highlands, Iceland14 kmModerateGPS track

Map of Kerlingarfjoll Jokulfall Hofsjokull

Kerlingarfjoll Jokulfall Hofsjokull is in the Highlands, Iceland at 64.6709°N, 19.2526°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Plan your visit

Getting there
Road F347 (Ásgarður - Hveradalir)
Off the main road
10.1 km from Route 35
Nearest town
Bláskógabyggð — 70.4 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
142 km in a straight line
What else is close
91 mapped places within 20 km
  • Reached on an F-road. Icelandic law requires a 4WD vehicle on F-roads, and they open only for the summer season — check the current status before setting out.

Kerlingarfjoll Jokulfall Hofsjokull weather and conditions

At Kerlingarfjoll Jokulfall Hofsjokull in Highlands, conditions as of 1 September 2026, 01:00 (Iceland time): 3°C (feels like -1°C), clear, wind 2 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 45 m (sunrise 05:55, sunset 20:40). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 1 September 2026, 01:00· source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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How long is the Kerlingarfjoll Jokulfall Hofsjokull hike?
The Kerlingarfjoll Jokulfall Hofsjokull trail is about 14 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 Kerlingarfjoll Jokulfall Hofsjokull trailhead?
Kerlingarfjoll Jokulfall Hofsjokull is in Highlands. 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 Kerlingarfjoll Jokulfall Hofsjokull safe to hike alone?
Kerlingarfjoll Jokulfall Hofsjokull sits 70 km from Bláskógabyggð, and 10 km from Route 35. The uploader rated it moderate and it climbs about 343 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 Kerlingarfjoll Jokulfall Hofsjokull?
Kerlingarfjoll Jokulfall Hofsjokull is a highland route, so its access roads are typically open only from late June to early September. 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.Sundlaug
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Geothermal spot. Naturally heated, no facilities. Best with few people.

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2.7 km·~3 min drive

Natural hot spring

#3.Hveradalir
3.3 km·~4 min drive

Natural hot spring

#4.Baðlaug Kerlingarfjöll Hot Spring
4.4 km·~5 min drive

Geothermal spot

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Campsites

#1.Kerlingarfjöll - Highland Base
2.8 km·~3 min drive

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#2.Árbúðir
23 km·~27 min drive

Highland campsite accessible in summer only. F-road driving required. Basic facilities…

#3.Hvítárnes
25 km·~30 min drive

Highland campsite accessible in summer only. F-road driving required. Basic facilities…

#4.Hveravellir
26 km·~31 min drive

Highland campsite accessible in summer only. F-road driving required. Basic facilities…

4 campsites near Highlands

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúð
79 km·~95 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.Krambúðin
87 km·~105 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#3.Kjörbúðin
108 km·~130 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Krónan
113 km·~135 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Highlands

Gas stations

#1.Hrauneyjar
53 km·~63 min drive

Olís · 315.8 kr/L petrol

#2.Geysir
64 km·~77 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Húsafell
77 km·~92 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#4.Flúðir
79 km·~95 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Highlands

Tours

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Discover the wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide.

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3 tours near Highlands

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