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Frostastaðavatn

South Coast, Iceland2.6 km² surface0.0022 km long

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Frostastaðavatn

South Coast, Iceland2.6 km² surface0.0022 km long

About

Frostastaðavatn is a lake in Iceland. It is situated in the Highlands of Iceland, not far from the famous mountains of Landmannalaugar and the volcano Hekla.

A unique Icelandic experience. Worth your time.

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Map of Frostastaðavatn

Frostastaðavatn is on Iceland's South Coast at 64.0167°N, 19.0667°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Plan your visit

Getting there: Road F225 (Landmleið A Lmhellis)
Off the main road: 19.4 km from Route 26
Nearest town: Kirkjubæjarklaustur — 56.3 km away
Distance from Reykjavík: 141 km in a straight line
What else is close: 359 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.

Frostastaðavatn weather and conditions

At Frostastaðavatn in South Coast, conditions as of 30 August 2026, 04:15 (Iceland time): 4°C, overcast, wind 1 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 40 m (sunrise 05:56, sunset 20:37). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

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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

Reserve −12%

Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

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

Tours near Frostastaðavatn

Free cancellation

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

Photos & videos

Frostastaðavatn — photo by Jerzy Strzelecki · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

Photo: Jerzy Strzelecki · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

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How do I get to Frostastaðavatn?

Frostastaðavatn is in South Coast. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive — highland lakes often need a 4×4 and some access roads only open in summer.

Can I fish at Frostastaðavatn?

Angling in Iceland requires a permit bought per water body from the landowner or local angling association, and gear used abroad must be disinfected first. Check the local rules for Frostastaðavatn before you cast.

Can I swim in Frostastaðavatn?

Icelandic lakes are cold year-round and swimming rules vary by lake — some are protected or have unstable shorelines. Check local signage at Frostastaðavatn before entering the water.

When is the best time to visit Frostastaðavatn?

Roadside lakes are visitable year-round, though winter access depends on conditions. Highland lakes and reservoirs are typically reachable only in summer once the F-roads open. Check live road conditions before you drive.

Nearby

km column = your drive

Waterfalls

#1.Tungnaárfellsfoss

11 km·~13 min drive

A waterfall in South Coast.

#2.Rauðufossar

13 km·~16 min drive

A waterfall in South Coast.

#3.Ljósafoss

15 km·~19 min drive

A waterfall in South Coast.

#4.Sigöldugljúfur

16 km·~19 min drive

A waterfall in South Coast.

4 waterfalls near South Coast

Hot Springs

#1.Brennisteinsalda

2.7 km·~3 min drive

Natural hot spring

#2.Landmannalaugar Hot River

2.9 km·~4 min drive

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

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Rangárþing ytra

3.6 km·~4 min drive

Natural hot spring

#4.Strútslaug

17 km·~20 min drive

Pool hot spring

4 hot springs near South Coast

Campsites

#1.Landmannalaugar

2.9 km·~4 min drive

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

#2.Landmannahellir

8.6 km·~10 min drive

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

#3.Höskuldsskáli

10 km·~13 min drive

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

#4.Strútslaug

17 km·~20 min drive

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Iceland's…

4 campsites near South Coast

F-Roads

#1.F208 Fjallabaksleið nyrðri

3.7 km·~4 min drive

The road to Landmannalaugar

#2.F228 Veiðivatnaleið

11 km·~13 min drive

Road to fishing lakes

#3.F224 Landmannalaugavegur

16 km·~19 min drive

Final stretch to Landmannalaugar

#4.F229 Jökulheimaleið

18 km·~22 min drive

Remote road to glacier edges

4 f-roads near South Coast

Supermarkets

#1.Gvendarkjör

56 km·~67 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#2.Krambúð

62 km·~75 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#3.Krónan

64 km·~77 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

#4.Kjörbúðin

68 km·~82 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near South Coast

Gas stations

#1.Hrauneyjar

23 km·~27 min drive

Olís · 315.8 kr/L petrol

#2.Kirkjubæjarklaustur

56 km·~67 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Árnes

58 km·~69 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Flúðir

62 km·~75 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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Everything on this page comes from the sources below. Live feeds refresh automatically.

Wikimedia CommonsHero & gallery photography · Jerzy Strzelecki · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
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