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Jökulsárgljúfur National Park

North Iceland, Iceland
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Jökulsárgljúfur National Park

North Iceland, Iceland

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Jökulsárgljúfur National Park is a former national park situated in the north of Iceland around the river Jökulsá á Fjöllum. It lies to the north of the Dettifoss waterfall.

It lies to the north of the Dettifoss waterfall. On 7 June 2008, it became a part of the larger Vatnajökull National Park..

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Entry: Free
Parking: Free
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Entry feeFree
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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 Jökulsárgljúfur National Park

Free cancellationSmall groups
Akureyri Whale Watching
North

Akureyri Whale Watching

Humpbacks and dolphins in Eyjafjörður — the classic North-Iceland outing.

Duration3 hours
PickupAkureyri
HighlightsEyjafjörður
TypeBoat tour
From
14.500 kr
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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.Hólmárfossar
3.7 km·~4 min drive

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

#2.Réttarfoss
5.9 km·~7 min drive

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

#3.Hafragilsfoss
11 km·~13 min drive

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

#4.Dettifoss
13 km·~16 min drive

The most powerful waterfall in Europe. This beast moves 500 cubic meters of water per…

Dettifoss
4 waterfalls near North Iceland

Hot Springs

#1.Natural hot pot near Norðurþing
18 km·~21 min drive

Natural hot pot. Coordinates only - verify before visiting.

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Þingeyjarsveit
25 km·~30 min drive

Natural pool. Water temp varies but usually comfortable. Best with few people.

#3.Ystihver
36 km·~43 min drive

Wild hot spring. Water temp varies but usually comfortable. Best with few people.

#4.Grjótagjá
36 km·~44 min drive

Lava cave with hot spring near Mývatn. Yes, it's the Game of Thrones cave. Currently too…

4 hot springs near North Iceland

Campsites

#1.Ásbyrgi - Vesturdalur
2.8 km·~3 min drive

The western valley has one of two camp sites in the national park its only for tents. The…

#2.Ásbyrgi
12 km·~14 min drive

Asbyrgi is one of two camp sites in the national park in Jokulsargljufrum. The second…

#3.Tjaldsvæði Lundi
18 km·~21 min drive

North Iceland camping option. Less crowded than the south, with dramatic landscapes and…

#4.Lundur Tjaldsvæði
18 km·~22 min drive

A family friendly campsite in Öxarfjörður, playground and swimmingpool within walking…

4 campsites near North Iceland

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúð
36 km·~43 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.Nettó
40 km·~47 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#3.Verslunin Skerjakolla
43 km·~51 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Kjörbúðin
62 km·~74 min drive

Kjörbúðin supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near North Iceland

Gas stations

#1.Ásbyrgi
13 km·~15 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#2.Reykjahlíð
36 km·~43 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Húsavík
40 km·~47 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#4.Kópasker
43 km·~51 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near North Iceland

Tours

#1.Akureyri Whale Watching
3 hours·Pickup Akureyri

Humpbacks and dolphins in Eyjafjörður — the classic North-Iceland outing.

from 11,990 krView tour →
#2.Glacier & Golden Circle
10 hours·Pickup Reykjavík

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

from 32,990 krView tour →
2 tours near North Iceland

Frequently
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Is there an entrance fee for Jökulsárgljúfur National Park?
There is no general entrance fee to Jökulsárgljúfur National Park. Some sites within the park charge for parking, and guided activities such as glacier walks or ice caves are booked and paid separately.
How do I get to Jökulsárgljúfur National Park?
Jökulsárgljúfur National Park is in North Iceland. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive — highland sections often need a 4×4 and some interior roads only open in summer.
When is the best time to visit Jökulsárgljúfur National Park?
The main sites in Jökulsárgljúfur National Park are accessible year-round on paved roads. Highland and interior areas are summer-only, once the F-roads are cleared of snow. Any ice caves are a winter-only, guided activity.
Do I need a guide for Jökulsárgljúfur National Park?
You can visit the marked trails and viewpoints on your own. Glacier walks and ice caves require a certified guide and proper equipment — book through a licensed operator, never freelance it.

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