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Rauðavatn

Reykjavík Area, Iceland

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Rauðavatn

Reykjavík Area, Iceland

About

Lake Rauðavatn is a lake on the eastern side of Reykjavík, north of Elliðavatn. The Route 1 ring road passes the lake to the west, separating it from the suburb of Árbær.

A unique Icelandic experience. Worth your time.

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Rauðavatn is in the Reykjavík Area, Iceland at 64.1080°N, 21.7716°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Getting there: Road 413 (Rauðavatn - Jaðarsel)
Off the main road: 0.9 km from Route 1
Nearest town: Kópavogsbær — 6.2 km away
Distance from Reykjavík: 9 km in a straight line
What else is close: 1,094 mapped places within 20 km

Rauðavatn weather and conditions

At Rauðavatn in Reykjavik, conditions as of 1 September 2026, 09:00 (Iceland time): 7°C, clear, wind 2 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 41 m (sunrise 06:07, sunset 20:48). 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 Rauðavatn

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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Photos & videos

Rauðavatn — photo by Axel Kristinsson from Reykjavík, Iceland · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.0

Photo: Axel Kristinsson from Reykjavík, Iceland · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.0

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How do I get to Rauðavatn?

Rauðavatn 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 Rauðavatn?

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 Rauðavatn before you cast.

Can I swim in Rauðavatn?

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

When is the best time to visit Rauðavatn?

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

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Waterfalls

#1.Breiðholtsfoss

1.3 km·~2 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#2.Selásfoss

1.3 km·~2 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#3.Litli-Foss

1.7 km·~2 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#4.Selfoss

2.5 km·~3 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

4 waterfalls near Reykjavík Area

Hot Springs

#1.Víti

1.2 km·~1 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#2.Natural hot pot near Breiðholt

2.3 km·~3 min drive

Swimming_pool hot spring

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Grafarholt og Úlfarsárdalur

3.2 km·~4 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#4.Geothermal hot spring near Grafarvogur

3.4 km·~4 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

4 hot springs near Reykjavík Area

Campsites

#1.Camper Resort Reykjavík

4.7 km·~6 min drive

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

#2.Tjaldsvæði í Laugardal

6.5 km·~8 min drive

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

#3.Reykjavík

6.6 km·~8 min drive

The campsite in Reykjavik is situated in a great location next to the swimming pool in…

#4.Hafnarfjörður

10 km·~12 min drive

The camp site in Hafnarfjordur is in a large area called Vidistaðatun close to the center…

4 campsites near Reykjavík Area

Supermarkets

#1.Bónus

800 m

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#2.Krónan

1.2 km·~1 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

#3.Iceland

2.5 km·~3 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Mini Market

2.7 km·~3 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Reykjavík Area

Gas stations

#1.Norðlingaholt

600 m

Olís · 310.8 kr/L petrol

#2.Hraunbær

1.7 km·~2 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#3.Kirkjustétt

2.2 km·~3 min drive

Atlantsolía · 279.8 kr/L petrol

#4.Vesturlandsvegur

2.4 km·~3 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 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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Wikimedia CommonsHero & gallery photography · Axel Kristinsson from Reykjavík, Iceland · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.0
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