Skip to main content
Log inMap
HikeNorth Iceland

Staðarbjörg

North Iceland, Iceland0.3 kmEasyGPS track
Road loading…Weather loading…
directions
Directions

Staðarbjörg

North Iceland, Iceland0.3 kmEasyGPS track

About

AI assistant

Plan your visit to Staðarbjörg

Build an itinerary — full days, multi-stop routes, drive times, alternatives.

Staðarbjörg weather and conditions

At Staðarbjörg in North Iceland, conditions as of 20 July 2026, 15:12 (Iceland time): 15°C (feels like 11°C), overcast, wind 8 m/s gusting to 15 m/s. Daylight today: 20 h 21 m (sunrise 03:13, sunset 23:34). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 20 July 2026, 15:12 · source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

Driving conditions
Road conditions
Check live· From Reykjavík to the foss
Drive: Good·Visit now·30 min stop
Ring Road 1Checking…
F-roadsOpen
ClosuresChecking…
Wind—
Visibility—
open map
Prices
Cost to visit
Not listed
No fee data on record
Fee: not listed
FeeNot listed
Forecast
Today
—
Loading…
—
—
—
—
—
Northern lights
Tonight
—/9
No data
Loading…
0
9
Moon—
Aurora forecast for tonight
NorthReykjavíkSouth CoastWestEastWestfjordsReykjanesHighlands
Sun & light
Today
—
Today
—
—
—
Sunrise—
Golden hour AM—
Golden hour PM—
Sunset—
Blue hour—

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 Staðarbjörg

Free cancellationSmall groups
(Cruise Ships) Lake Mývatn and Goðafoss
Sightseeing

(Cruise Ships) Lake Mývatn and Goðafoss

Lake Mývatn and the surrounding area are an absolute must if you're exploring the North!

Duration6 hours 30 minutes
HighlightsNorth Iceland
TypeSightseeing
From
25.300 ISK
View tour →
(RS) Lake Myvatn & Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri
Iceland tour

(RS) Lake Myvatn & Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri

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

Duration6 hours
HighlightsNorth Iceland
From
25.900 ISK
View tour →
Adventure snowmobile tour Akureyri
Snowmobile & ATV

Adventure snowmobile tour Akureyri

The freedom of covering all kinds of terrain on a snowmobile is something everyone should experience.

Duration5 hours
HighlightsNorth Iceland
TypeSnowmobile & ATV
From
150.000 ISK
View tour →

Daily conditions for your trip

Roads, weather, and aurora for your exact travel dates — one short email each morning, nothing else. Unsubscribe any time.

Photos & videos

No photos or videos yet

Been to Staðarbjörg? Help other travellers — add the first photo or video.

Search YouTube

Reviews

Nearby

Waterfalls

#1.Ingjaldsfossar
28 km·~34 min drive

A waterfall in North Iceland.

#2.Reykjafoss
29 km·~35 min drive

A waterfall in North Iceland.

#3.Hverfjallsfoss
30 km·~36 min drive

A waterfall in North Iceland.

#4.Þverá;waterfull
31 km·~37 min drive

A waterfall in North Iceland.

4 waterfalls near North Iceland

Hot Springs

#1.Lýsulaugar
14 km·~16 min drive

Geothermal spot

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Skagafjörður
15 km·~18 min drive

Natural hot spring

#3.Natural hot pot near Sauðárkrókur
20 km·~24 min drive

Swimming_pool hot spring

#4.Natural hot pot near Skagafjörður
22 km·~26 min drive

Swimming_pool hot spring

4 hot springs near North Iceland

Campsites

#1.Hofsós
400 m

Hofsos campsite is placed in the middle of the quiet litle town of Hofsos, just beside…

#2.Tjaldstæðið Grettislaug
15 km·~18 min drive

North Iceland camping option. Less crowded than the south, with dramatic landscapes and…

#3.Hegranes
18 km·~22 min drive

The camp site at Hegranes is only for groups. Your group can have its private camp site…

#4.Sauðárkrókur
20 km·~24 min drive

Saudarkrokur campsite is located in the center of the town just next to the swimming pool…

4 campsites near North Iceland

Supermarkets

#1.Skagfirðingabúð
20 km·~24 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#2.Hlíðarkaup
21 km·~25 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#3.Kjörbúðin
36 km·~44 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Jónsabúð
56 km·~67 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near North Iceland

Gas stations

#1.Hofsós
250 m

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#2.Sauðárkrókur Borgarflöt
19 km·~23 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#3.Sauðárkrókur
20 km·~24 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#4.Siglufjörður
36 km·~44 min drive

Olís · 310.8 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near North Iceland

Tours

#1.(Cruise Ships) Lake Mývatn and Goðafoss
6 hours 30 minutes

Lake Mývatn and the surrounding area are an absolute must if you're exploring the North!

from 25.300 ISKView tour →
#2.(RS) Lake Myvatn & Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri
6 hours

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

from 25.900 ISKView tour →
#3.Adventure snowmobile tour Akureyri
5 hours

The freedom of covering all kinds of terrain on a snowmobile is something everyone should experience.

from 150.000 ISKView tour →
3 tours near North Iceland

Frequently
asked
questions

How long is the Staðarbjörg hike?
The Staðarbjörg trail is about 0.3 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 Staðarbjörg trailhead?
Staðarbjörg is in North Iceland. 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 Staðarbjörg 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 Staðarbjörg?
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.

Data & sources

Everything on this page comes from the sources below. Live feeds refresh automatically.

Spotted an error, or have something to add? Help us keep this page accurate.

← Back to All Hikes