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Mosaskarðsfjall

Highlands, Iceland593 m elevation
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Mosaskarðsfjall

Highlands, Iceland593 m elevation

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Mosaskarðsfjall rises to 593 m in the Highlands, Iceland — the 180th highest of the 186 peaks we map there. Nearest road is Route 35, 13 km away.

Map of Mosaskarðsfjall

Mosaskarðsfjall is in the Highlands, Iceland at 64.4293°N, 20.3390°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Plan your visit

Elevation
593 m above sea level
Getting there
Road F338 (Kjalv.-Hlöðuv.v.)
Off the main road
12.7 km from Route 35
Nearest town
Bláskógabyggð — 17.3 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
84 km in a straight line
What else is close
177 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.

Mosaskarðsfjall weather and conditions

At Mosaskarðsfjall in Highlands, conditions as of 31 August 2026, 16:45 (Iceland time): 10°C (feels like 6°C), clear, wind 3 m/s gusting to 6 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 43 m (sunrise 06:00, sunset 20:43). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

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How do I get to Mosaskarðsfjall?
Mosaskarðsfjall is in Highlands. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive — highland trailheads often need a 4×4, and some access roads only open in summer.
Can I hike Mosaskarðsfjall without a guide?
It depends on the route and conditions. Lower Icelandic peaks are hikeable in summer with proper boots, layers and a forecast check, but weather turns fast even in July. Tell someone your route and register plans on safetravel.is.
When is the best time to hike Mosaskarðsfjall?
June to September, when snow has cleared from the trails and daylight is long. Winter ascents are serious mountaineering. Always check the forecast on vedur.is before you set out.
How tall is Mosaskarðsfjall?
Mosaskarðsfjall is 593 m above sea level, according to OpenStreetMap and Wikidata records.

Nearby

km column = your drive

  1. 1Fagradalsfjall3 km
  2. 2Brekknafjöll4 km
  3. 3Einifell5 km
  4. 4Kálfstindur7 km
  5. 5Sandfell7 km

Hot Springs

#1.Kúalaug
12 km·~14 min drive

Two small natural pools near Geysir, around 40°C. No facilities. Delicate surroundings -…

#2.Konungshver
13 km·~16 min drive

mountain in Iceland [Icelandic info]: Norðvestur frá Blesa er Konungshver (9) . Hann…

#3.Blesi
13 km·~16 min drive

Geyser hot spring

#4.Óþerrishola
13 km·~16 min drive

Natural hot spring

4 hot springs near Highlands

Campsites

#1.Geysir, Haukadal
13 km·~16 min drive

The camp site at Geysir in Haukadal is located next to the famous geyser Geysir and is…

#2.Skjól
14 km·~17 min drive

Skjól Camping is a new camp site close to the famous Geysir hot spring. It is surrounded…

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

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

#4.Úthlíð, Biskupstungu
18 km·~21 min drive

The camp site Uthlid at Biskupstungur has much to offer. You will find a swimming pool, a…

4 campsites near Highlands

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúðin
30 km·~36 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.Krambúð
33 km·~40 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#3.Hagkaup Sérvara
63 km·~75 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Bónus
63 km·~75 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Highlands

Gas stations

#1.Geysir
13 km·~16 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#2.Brautarhóll
29 km·~34 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Laugarvatn
30 km·~36 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Flúðir
33 km·~40 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Highlands

Tours

#1.(Cruise Ships) Lake Mývatn and Goðafoss
6 hours 30 minutes

Lake Mývatn and the surrounding area are an absolute must if you're exploring the North!

from 25.300 ISKView tour →
#2.(RS) Lake Myvatn & Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri
6 hours

Discover the wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide.

from 25.900 ISKView tour →
#3.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 →
3 tours near Highlands

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