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Leirvogsvatn

Reykjavík Area, Iceland

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Leirvogsvatn

Reykjavík Area, Iceland

About

Leirvogsvatn is a small lake, located about 23 kilometres (14 mi) northeast of Reykjavík, Iceland. It lies along Route 36.

A unique Icelandic experience. Worth your time.

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Leirvogsvatn is in the Reykjavík Area, Iceland at 64.1967°N, 21.4539°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Getting there: Road 36 (Mosfellsheiði)
Off the main road: 0.9 km from Route 36
Nearest town: Reykjavíkurborg — 11.8 km away
Distance from Reykjavík: 24 km in a straight line
What else is close: 535 mapped places within 20 km

Leirvogsvatn weather and conditions

At Leirvogsvatn in Reykjavik, conditions as of 1 September 2026, 07:15 (Iceland time): 4°C (feels like 1°C), clear, wind 2 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 42 m (sunrise 06:05, sunset 20:47). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

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Reykjavík South Coast West North East Westfjords Reykjanes Highlands

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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 Leirvogsvatn

Free cancellation

Small groups

Lagoons & spa

A Gourmet golden circle - a taste of Iceland combined with amazing nature attractions!

Embark on a private adventure through the Golden Circle with Northern Adventurer.

Duration8 hours

HighlightsReykjavík area

A Magical Day in Iceland - a private custom made tour - Up to 9 passengers

So often our customers ask for something different.

Duration8 hours

HighlightsReykjavík area

A Premium Private Tour of Ancient Legends and Natural Marvels of Snæfellsnes!

Come with us on an journey to the land of Snæfellsnes, an ancient realm steeped in legends and wonder.

Duration11 hours

HighlightsReykjavík area

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323.999 ISK

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Photos & videos

Leirvogsvatn — photo by Reykholt · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

Photo: Reykholt · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

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How do I get to Leirvogsvatn?

Leirvogsvatn is in Reykjavík Area. 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 Leirvogsvatn?

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 Leirvogsvatn before you cast.

Can I swim in Leirvogsvatn?

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

When is the best time to visit Leirvogsvatn?

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.Tröllafoss

4.2 km·~5 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#2.Helgufoss

4.5 km·~5 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#3.Þórufoss

8.2 km·~10 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#4.Flekkudalsfossar

11 km·~13 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

4 waterfalls near Reykjavík Area

Hot Springs

#1.Natural hot pot near Mosfellsbær

6.5 km·~8 min drive

Swimming_pool hot spring

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Mosfellsbær

12 km·~14 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Grafarholt og Úlfarsárdalur

15 km·~19 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#4.Geothermal hot spring near Grafarvogur

17 km·~21 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

4 hot springs near Reykjavík Area

Campsites

#1.Mosskógar

8.3 km·~10 min drive

The Mosskogar camping site is located in a peaceful grove in Mosfellsdalur.

#2.Mosfellsbær

8.3 km·~10 min drive

The camp site in Mosfellsbær has good facilities for tents, folding campers, trailers and…

#3.Hjalli

13 km·~15 min drive

West Iceland camping. Access to Snæfellsnes peninsula and western attractions. Good…

#4.Camper Resort Reykjavík

18 km·~22 min drive

Greater Reykjavík area campsite. Urban convenience with easier booking than central city…

4 campsites near Reykjavík Area

Supermarkets

#1.Nettó

12 km·~14 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#2.Krónan

12 km·~15 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

#3.Bónus

12 km·~15 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#4.Hagkaup

17 km·~20 min drive

Hagkaup supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Reykjavík Area

Gas stations

#1.Mosfellsbær

12 km·~14 min drive

Atlantsolía · 279.8 kr/L petrol

#2.Bjarkarholt

12 km·~15 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Langitangi

13 km·~15 min drive

Olís · 310.8 kr/L petrol

#4.Barðastaðir

15 km·~18 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Reykjavík Area

Tours

#1.A Gourmet golden circle - a taste of Iceland combined with amazing nature attractions!

8 hours

Embark on a private adventure through the Golden Circle with Northern Adventurer.

from 159.000 ISKView tour →

#2.A Magical Day in Iceland - a private custom made tour - Up to 9 passengers

8 hours

So often our customers ask for something different.

from 195.000 ISKView tour →

#3.A Premium Private Tour of Ancient Legends and Natural Marvels of Snæfellsnes!

11 hours

Come with us on an journey to the land of Snæfellsnes, an ancient realm steeped in legends and wonder.

from 323.999 ISKView tour →

3 tours near Reykjavík Area

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

Wikimedia CommonsHero & gallery photography · Reykholt · 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