East Iceland Lakes

Papafjörður

East Iceland lake. The Eastfjords region combines fjords, forests, and peaceful lakes. Many lakes are inaccessible in winter - plan seasonal visits accordingly.

Skarðsfjörður

East Iceland lake. The Eastfjords region combines fjords, forests, and peaceful lakes. Fishing requires permits in Iceland - check regulations before casting.

Eiðavatn

East Iceland lake. The Eastfjords region combines fjords, forests, and peaceful lakes. Check if swimming is permitted - some lakes are protected or dangerous.

Skriðuvatn

East Iceland lake. The Eastfjords region combines fjords, forests, and peaceful lakes. Weather can change rapidly around highland lakes - be prepared.

Ódáðavötn

East Iceland lake. The Eastfjords region combines fjords, forests, and peaceful lakes. Fishing requires permits in Iceland - check regulations before casting.

Efstafellsvatn

East Iceland lake. The Eastfjords region combines fjords, forests, and peaceful lakes. Weather can change rapidly around highland lakes - be prepared.

Haukstjörn

East Iceland lake. The Eastfjords region combines fjords, forests, and peaceful lakes. Weather can change rapidly around highland lakes - be prepared.

Heiðarvatn

East Iceland lake. The Eastfjords region combines fjords, forests, and peaceful lakes. Weather can change rapidly around highland lakes - be prepared.

Hnúksvatn

East Iceland lake. The Eastfjords region combines fjords, forests, and peaceful lakes. Fishing requires permits in Iceland - check regulations before casting.

Hnútuvatn

East Iceland lake. The Eastfjords region combines fjords, forests, and peaceful lakes. Fishing requires permits in Iceland - check regulations before casting.

Kelduárvatn

East Iceland lake. The Eastfjords region combines fjords, forests, and peaceful lakes. Many lakes are inaccessible in winter - plan seasonal visits accordingly.

Kollumúlavatn

East Iceland lake. The Eastfjords region combines fjords, forests, and peaceful lakes. Fishing requires permits in Iceland - check regulations before casting.

Krókavatn

East Iceland lake. The Eastfjords region combines fjords, forests, and peaceful lakes. Fishing requires permits in Iceland - check regulations before casting.

Langavatn

East Iceland lake. The Eastfjords region combines fjords, forests, and peaceful lakes. Fishing requires permits in Iceland - check regulations before casting.

Hálslón reservoir

Lagarfljót

Long narrow lake in east Iceland, home to the legendary Lagarfljót worm - Iceland's version of the Loch Ness monster. The lake is beautiful regardless of monster status. Hallormsstaðaskógur forest (Iceland's largest) lines one shore. Good hiking, autumn colors. The nearby town of Egilsstaðir is east Iceland's main hub. The lake drive is scenic and uncrowded. East Iceland deserves more visitors. This lake is a good reason to come.

Hornafjörður

Hornafjörður is a small fjord in southeastern Iceland. The town Höfn is located on its shores, and the Stokksnes headland is nearby. East Iceland lake. The Eastfjords region combines fjords, forests, and peaceful lakes. Check if swimming is permitted - some lakes are protected or dangerous.