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Strutsstigur Hvanngil Strutsskali

South Coast, Iceland15 kmModerateGPS track

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Strutsstigur Hvanngil Strutsskali

South Coast, Iceland15 kmModerateGPS track

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Strutsstigur Hvanngil Strutsskali is on Iceland's South Coast at 63.8420°N, 19.1665°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Getting there: Road F210 (Fjbak s. vesturhl)
Off the main road: 38.3 km from Route 26
Nearest town: Vík í Mýrdal — 47.6 km away
Distance from Reykjavík: 140 km in a straight line
What else is close: 402 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.

Strutsstigur Hvanngil Strutsskali weather and conditions

At Strutsstigur Hvanngil Strutsskali in South Coast, conditions as of 30 August 2026, 00:00 (Iceland time): 5°C (feels like 2°C), overcast, wind 1 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 39 m (sunrise 05:57, sunset 20:37). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 30 August 2026, 00:00· 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

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Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

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

Tours near Strutsstigur Hvanngil Strutsskali

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Small groups

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

Buggy Adventure-Þórsmörk

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

Duration5 hours

HighlightsSouth Iceland

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

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Strutsstigur Hvanngil Strutsskali — photo by kleppur / Wikiloc

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Strutsstigur Hvanngil Strutsskali — photo by kleppur

Photo: kleppur / wikiloc.com

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How long is the Strutsstigur Hvanngil Strutsskali hike?

The Strutsstigur Hvanngil Strutsskali trail is about 15 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 Strutsstigur Hvanngil Strutsskali trailhead?

Strutsstigur Hvanngil Strutsskali 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 Strutsstigur Hvanngil Strutsskali safe to hike alone?

Strutsstigur Hvanngil Strutsskali sits 48 km from Vík í Mýrdal, and 38 km from Route 26. The uploader rated it moderate and it climbs about 445 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 Strutsstigur Hvanngil Strutsskali?

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

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Waterfalls

#1.Ljósafoss

7 km·~8 min drive

A waterfall in South Coast.

#2.Markarfljótsfoss

14 km·~16 min drive

A waterfall in South Coast.

#3.Bláfjallakvísl

18 km·~22 min drive

A waterfall in South Coast.

#4.Axlafoss

20 km·~24 min drive

A waterfall in South Coast.

4 waterfalls near South Coast

Hot Springs

#1.Strútslaug

12 km·~14 min drive

Pool hot spring

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Rangárþing ytra

13 km·~15 min drive

Natural hot spring

#3.Hot Spring Shower

17 km·~20 min drive

Geothermal spot

#4.Landmannalaugar Hot River

17 km·~21 min drive

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

4 hot springs near South Coast

Campsites

#1.Hvanngil

2.2 km·~3 min drive

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

#2.Álftavatn

3.5 km·~4 min drive

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

#3.Strútur á Mælifellssandi

9.4 km·~11 min drive

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

#4.Strútur

9.4 km·~11 min drive

The camp site is located in the highlands between Álftavatna and the canyon Hvannagil.

4 campsites near South Coast

F-Roads

#1.F224 Landmannalaugavegur

7.6 km·~9 min drive

Final stretch to Landmannalaugar

#2.F223 Eldgjárvegur

8.2 km·~10 min drive

Short road to Eldgjá canyon

#3.F210 Fjallabaksleið syðri

9.4 km·~11 min drive

Fjallabaksleið syðri

#4.F232 Öldufellsleið

16 km·~19 min drive

The waterfall crossing road

4 f-roads near South Coast

Supermarkets

#1.Krónan

48 km·~58 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

#2.Gvendarkjör

55 km·~66 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#3.Kjörbúðin

61 km·~73 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Krambúð

65 km·~78 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near South Coast

Gas stations

#1.Hrauneyjar

40 km·~48 min drive

Olís · 315.8 kr/L petrol

#2.Vík í Mýrdal

48 km·~57 min drive

N1 · 309.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Hvolsvöllur

53 km·~64 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Kirkjubæjarklaustur

56 km·~67 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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PhotographyHero & gallery photography · kleppur / Wikiloc
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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