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Sigoldugljufur Canyon

South Coast, Iceland3.9 kmEasyGPS track
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Sigoldugljufur Canyon

South Coast, Iceland3.9 kmEasyGPS track

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Map of Sigoldugljufur Canyon

Sigoldugljufur Canyon is on Iceland's South Coast at 64.1580°N, 19.1239°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Plan your visit

Off the main road
4.7 km from Route 26
Nearest town
Árnes — 56.2 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
137 km in a straight line
What else is close
245 mapped places within 20 km

Sigoldugljufur Canyon weather and conditions

At Sigoldugljufur Canyon in South Coast, conditions as of 31 August 2026, 22:00 (Iceland time): 7°C (feels like 3°C), clear, wind 5 m/s gusting to 8 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 41 m (sunrise 05:56, sunset 20:38). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 31 August 2026, 22:00· source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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Cars & campers

−12%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 −12%
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 −12%
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
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5,304 kr6,240 kr/day
Reserve −12%

Tours near Sigoldugljufur Canyon

Free cancellationSmall groups
Adrenaline Combo: Off-Road Buggy & Mega Zipline Experience
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
From
29.300 ISK
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Buggy Adventure-Þórsmörk
Volcanoes

Buggy Adventure-Þórsmörk

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

Duration5 hours
HighlightsSouth Iceland
TypeVolcanoes
From
89.990 ISK
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Bus transfer from Landmannalaugar to Hella / Reykjavik
Hiking

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
TypeHiking
From
12.220 ISK
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Photos & videos

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How long is the Sigoldugljufur Canyon hike?
The Sigoldugljufur Canyon trail is about 3.9 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 Sigoldugljufur Canyon trailhead?
Sigoldugljufur Canyon 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 Sigoldugljufur Canyon safe to hike alone?
Sigoldugljufur Canyon sits 56 km from Árnes, and 4.7 km from Route 26. The uploader rated it easy and it climbs about 54 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 Sigoldugljufur Canyon?
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

  1. 1Süd-Island: Sigöldufoss (auf der Fahrt nach Landmannalaugur)1 km
  2. 2Sigöldugljúfur1 km
  3. 3Landmannahelir Londmundur Summit13 km
  4. 4Paseo al cráter de Ljótipollur15 km
  5. 5Ljotipollur15 km

Waterfalls

#1.Sigöldugljúfur
400 m

A waterfall in South Coast.

Sigöldugljúfur
#2.Sigöldufoss
1.3 km·~2 min drive

A waterfall in South Coast.

Sigöldufoss
#3.Tungnaárfellsfoss
4.8 km·~6 min drive

A waterfall in South Coast.

#4.Hrauneyjafoss
6.8 km·~8 min drive

A waterfall in South Coast.

4 waterfalls near South Coast

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Rangárþing ytra
18 km·~22 min drive

Natural hot spring

#2.Brennisteinsalda
19 km·~22 min drive

Natural hot spring

#3.Landmannalaugar Hot River
19 km·~23 min drive

Highland hot river where streams mix - find your perfect temperature spot. Surrounded by…

#4.Strútslaug
33 km·~39 min drive

Pool hot spring

4 hot springs near South Coast

Campsites

#1.Landmannahellir
13 km·~15 min drive

The camp site at Landmannahellir is in a beautiful spot with good facilities.

#2.Landmannalaugar
19 km·~23 min drive

The colorful highland hot spring campsite. Rainbow rhyolite mountains, natural hot pools,…

#3.Áfangagil
23 km·~27 min drive

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

#4.Höskuldsskáli
25 km·~30 min drive

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

4 campsites near South Coast

F-Roads

#1.F228 Veiðivatnaleið
19 km·~23 min drive

Road to fishing lakes

#2.F208 Fjallabaksleið nyrðri
20 km·~24 min drive

The road to Landmannalaugar

#3.F229 Jökulheimaleið
24 km·~29 min drive

Remote road to glacier edges

#4.F225 Landmannaleið
25 km·~30 min drive

Western shortcut to Landmannalaugar

4 f-roads near South Coast

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúð
58 km·~70 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.Gvendarkjör
67 km·~80 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#3.Krónan
71 km·~85 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

#4.Kjörbúðin
72 km·~86 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near South Coast

Gas stations

#1.Hrauneyjar
9 km·~11 min drive

Olís · 315.8 kr/L petrol

#2.Árnes
56 km·~67 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Flúðir
58 km·~70 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Geysir
59 km·~71 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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7°C · partly cloudyWind 5 m/sRing Road (R1) openAurora Kp 3.33Daylight 06:08 – 20:48Webcams