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Raudasandur

Westfjords, Iceland9.2 kmEasyGPS trackRecorded by 2 hikers

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Raudasandur

Westfjords, Iceland9.2 kmEasyGPS trackRecorded by 2 hikers

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Raudasandur is in the Westfjords, Iceland at 65.4960°N, 24.1278°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Off the main road: 12.2 km from Route 62
Nearest town: Patreksfjörður — 12.8 km away
Distance from Reykjavík: 182 km in a straight line
What else is close: 69 mapped places within 20 km

Raudasandur weather and conditions

At Raudasandur in Westfjords, conditions as of 31 August 2026, 12:00 (Iceland time): 9°C, overcast, wind 3 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 52 m (sunrise 06:11, sunset 21:03). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 31 August 2026, 12:00· 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 Raudasandur

Free cancellation

Small groups

Iceland tour

Avoid the crowds

Book this tour and let us know what you'd love to see or do in the Westfjords—water sports included if you're up for it!

Bike and Kayak Combo

Combine our classic tours Calm Water Kayaking and Around the Walls to create a full day of activities.

BIRD CLIFFS & BEAUTIFUL BEACHES - biking

The tour starts at the Westfjords Adventures office in Patreksfjörður from where we will drive 60 km to the Látrabjarg cliffs.

Photos & videos

Raudasandur — photo by kleppur / Wikiloc

Photo: kleppur / Wikiloc / wikiloc.com

Photo: kleppur / wikiloc.com

The Red Sand Beach in Iceland (Raudasandur Beach) in the Westfjords, Iceland — Raudasandur — video poster — The Red Sand Beach in Iceland (Raudasandur Beach) in the Westfjords, IcelandUnrushed Motion

Photo: kleppur / wikiloc.com

Iceland Westfjords Rauðasandur Red Sand beach — Raudasandur — video poster — Iceland Westfjords Rauðasandur Red Sand beachJeromet Ryan

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Hiking on Rauðasandur 9. júlí 2011 222.AVI — Raudasandur — video poster — Hiking on Rauðasandur 9. júlí 2011 222.AVIWestfjords Adventures

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Raudasandur — Raudasandur — video poster — RaudasandurEverything Iceland

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Abandoned Iceland #15: Westfjords - Rauðasandur & Látrabjarg — Raudasandur — video poster — Abandoned Iceland #15: Westfjords - Rauðasandur & LátrabjargThe Reykjavík Grapevine

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How long is the Raudasandur hike?

The Raudasandur trail is about 9.2 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 Raudasandur trailhead?

Raudasandur is in Westfjords. 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 Raudasandur safe to hike alone?

Raudasandur sits 13 km from Patreksfjörður, and 12 km from Route 62. The uploader rated it easy. 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 Raudasandur?

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

km column = your drive

Waterfalls

#1.Svuntufoss

17 km·~21 min drive

A waterfall in Westfjords.

#2.Foss

30 km·~36 min drive

A waterfall in Westfjords.

#3.Pennugil

44 km·~53 min drive

A waterfall in Westfjords.

#4.Þingmannaá

48 km·~57 min drive

A waterfall in Iceland.

4 waterfalls near Westfjords

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Patreksfjörður

13 km·~15 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Vesturbyggð

20 km·~24 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#3.Pollurinn

30 km·~36 min drive

Four pools in Tálknafjörður at different temps (36-46°C). Pick your preference. Basic…

#4.Krosslaug

33 km·~40 min drive

Spring hot spring

4 hot springs near Westfjords

Campsites

#1.Melanes, Rauðasandi

9.8 km·~12 min drive

The Melanes camping site is a new 2.5 acre site located down by the Raudasandur in…

#2.Breiðavík við Látrabjarg

12 km·~14 min drive

At the camping site in Breidavik there are number of possibilities to experience Iceland…

#3.Tjaldsvæði á Patreksfirði

13 km·~15 min drive

Westfjords campsite. Remote location rewards those who make the journey. Dramatic…

#4.Patreksfjörður

13 km·~16 min drive

In Patreksfjordur the family can do various things together. The town stands between the…

4 campsites near Westfjords

Supermarkets

#1.Fjölval

13 km·~15 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#2.Albina

13 km·~15 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#3.Kassinn

69 km·~83 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Kjörbúðin

75 km·~90 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Westfjords

Gas stations

#1.Patreksfjörður

13 km·~15 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#2.Tálknafjörður

20 km·~24 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Bíldudalur

32 km·~39 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#4.Flókalundur

45 km·~54 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Westfjords

Tours

#1.Avoid the crowds

6 hours

Book this tour and let us know what you'd love to see or do in the Westfjords—water sports included if you're up for it!

from 45.000 ISKView tour →

#2.Bike and Kayak Combo

7 hours

Combine our classic tours Calm Water Kayaking and Around the Walls to create a full day of activities.

from 27.900 ISKView tour →

#3.BIRD CLIFFS & BEAUTIFUL BEACHES - biking

9 hours

The tour starts at the Westfjords Adventures office in Patreksfjörður from where we will drive 60 km to the Látrabjarg cliffs.

from 36.800 ISKView tour →

3 tours near Westfjords

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PhotographyHero & gallery photography · kleppur / 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