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Kvíslavatn

Highlands, Iceland20 km² surface0.012 km long
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Kvíslavatn

Highlands, Iceland20 km² surface0.012 km long

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Kvíslavatn is a lake in Iceland. The lake is situated in the Highlands of Iceland to the west of Sprengisandur highland road and to the south-east of the glacier Hofsjökull.

A unique Icelandic experience. Worth your time.

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Driving conditions
Road conditions
Check live· From Reykjavík to the foss
Drive: Good·Visit now·30 min stop
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Cost to visit
Free
No fees
Entry: Free
Parking: Free
No booking
Entry feeFree
ParkingFree
BookingNot needed
Getting thereCar recommended
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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 Kvíslavatn

Free cancellationSmall groups
Glacier & Golden Circle
Adventure

Glacier & Golden Circle

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

Duration10 hours
PickupReykjavík
ActivitySnowmobile
VehicleSuper Jeep
From
49.990 kr
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Nearby

Waterfalls

#1.Skuggafoss
29 km·~35 min drive

A waterfall in the Highlands. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

#2.Hvanngiljafoss
31 km·~37 min drive

A waterfall in the Highlands. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

Hvanngiljafoss
#3.Fagrifoss
35 km·~42 min drive

Fagrifoss is a waterfall located in the Highland in Iceland. It is almost on the road…

#4.Dynkur
37 km·~45 min drive

A waterfall in the Highlands. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

Dynkur
4 waterfalls near Highlands

Hot Springs

#1.Baðlaug Kerlingarfjöll Hot Spring
34 km·~41 min drive

Hot spring in Highlands. Natural geothermal bathing spot.

#2.Hveradalir
35 km·~42 min drive

Wild hot spring. Real Iceland experience. Respect the nature around it.

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Hrunamannahreppur
37 km·~44 min drive

Natural pool. Off the tourist path. Respect the nature around it.

#4.Laugafell
54 km·~65 min drive

Hot spring in Highlands. Natural geothermal bathing spot.

4 hot springs near Highlands

Campsites

#1.Nýidalur
32 km·~38 min drive

Highland campsite accessible in summer only. F-road driving required. Basic facilities…

#2.Kerlingarfjöll - Highland Base
37 km·~44 min drive

The camping site at Mountain Kerlingafjoll is in the vally of Asgard, on the north side…

#3.Kerlingarfjöll
37 km·~44 min drive

Highland campsite accessible in summer only. F-road driving required. Basic facilities…

#4.Árbúðir
53 km·~64 min drive

Highland campsite accessible in summer only. F-road driving required. Basic facilities…

4 campsites near Highlands

Supermarkets

#1.Gvendarkjör
89 km·~107 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#2.Krambúð
96 km·~115 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#3.Krambúðin
110 km·~132 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#4.Kjörbúðin
119 km·~142 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Highlands

Gas stations

#1.Hrauneyjar
52 km·~62 min drive

Olís · 315.8 kr/L petrol

#2.Geysir
87 km·~104 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Kirkjubæjarklaustur
88 km·~106 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#4.Flúðir
96 km·~115 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Highlands

Tours

#1.Glacier & Golden Circle
10 hours·Pickup Reykjavík

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

from 32,990 krView tour →
1 tours near Highlands

Frequently
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How do I get to Kvíslavatn?
Kvíslavatn is in Highlands. 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 Kvíslavatn?
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 Kvíslavatn before you cast.
Can I swim in Kvíslavatn?
Icelandic lakes are cold year-round and swimming rules vary by lake — some are protected or have unstable shorelines. Check local signage at Kvíslavatn before entering the water.
When is the best time to visit Kvíslavatn?
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.

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