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Selvogsvegur Hlidarvatn

Reykjavík Area, Iceland90 kmGPS track
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Selvogsvegur Hlidarvatn

Reykjavík Area, Iceland90 kmGPS track

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Cars & campers

−15%exclusive discountFree cancellationKEF airport pickup 24/74.8
Dacia Duster 4x4
SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

Cheapest real 4WD in the fleet — gravel, the Westfjords and easy summer F-roads without truck prices.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol/diesel
Seats5
Drive4WD
From
5,355 kr6,300 kr/day
Reserve −15%
VW Caravelle
9-seater

VW Caravelle

Whole family or friend group in one car — gear in the back, room to stretch.

TransmissionAutomatic
FuelDiesel
Seats9
Drive2WD
From
12,750 kr15,000 kr/day
Reserve −15%
Key Camper Wild Duo
Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

Sleep right by the trailhead, wake up at the falls — F-road ready from mid-June.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol
Sleeps2
Drive4WD
From
5,304 kr6,240 kr/day
Reserve −15%

Tours near Selvogsvegur Hlidarvatn

Free cancellationSmall groups
Glacier & Golden Circle
Adventure

Glacier & Golden Circle

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

Duration10 hours
PickupReykjavík
ActivitySnowmobile
VehicleSuper Jeep
From
49.990 kr
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Nearby

Waterfalls

#1.Litli-Foss
22 km·~26 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall…

#2.Breiðholtsfoss
23 km·~28 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall…

#3.Selásfoss
23 km·~28 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall…

#4.Selfoss
24 km·~29 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall…

Selfoss
4 waterfalls near Reykjavík Area

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Hafnarfjarðarkaupstaður
17 km·~20 min drive

Geothermal Area located in the sulphur area Krýsuvík in Iceland

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Þorlákshöfn
17 km·~21 min drive

Geothermal spot. Naturally heated, no facilities. Respect the nature around it.

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Ölfus
20 km·~24 min drive

Wild hot spring. Off the tourist path. Bring your own towel.

#4.Natural hot pot near Hafnarfjarðarkaupstaður
21 km·~25 min drive

Natural hot pot. Coordinates only - verify before visiting.

4 hot springs near Reykjavík Area

Campsites

#1.T-bær
7.9 km·~9 min drive

West Iceland camping. Access to Snæfellsnes peninsula and western attractions. Good…

#2.Gata Free Camping
8.3 km·~10 min drive

West Iceland camping. Access to Snæfellsnes peninsula and western attractions. Good…

#3.Þorlákshöfn
17 km·~21 min drive

The camp site in the town Þorlákshöfn is located center of town, close to the sports area…

#4.Tjaldsvæði Þorlákshafnar
17 km·~21 min drive

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

4 campsites near Reykjavík Area

Supermarkets

#1.Krónan
17 km·~20 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

#2.Bónus
21 km·~25 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#3.Nettó
21 km·~25 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#4.Krambúð
21 km·~26 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Reykjavík Area

Gas stations

#1.Þorlákshöfn
17 km·~21 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#2.Einhella
20 km·~25 min drive

Orkan · 279.7 kr/L petrol

#3.Norðurhella
21 km·~25 min drive

N1 · 279.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Suðurhella
21 km·~25 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Reykjavík Area

Tours

#1.Glacier & Golden Circle
10 hours·Pickup Reykjavík

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

from 32,990 krView tour →
1 tours near Reykjavík Area

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How long is the Selvogsvegur Hlidarvatn hike?
The Selvogsvegur Hlidarvatn trail is about 90 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 Selvogsvegur Hlidarvatn trailhead?
Selvogsvegur Hlidarvatn is in Reykjavík Area. 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 Selvogsvegur Hlidarvatn safe to hike alone?
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 Selvogsvegur Hlidarvatn?
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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