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Skálafell

West Iceland, Iceland438 m elevation
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Skálafell

West Iceland, Iceland438 m elevation

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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 Skálafell

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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Reviews

Nearby

Waterfalls

#1.Kerlingafoss
4.7 km·~6 min drive

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

#2.Nautafoss
5.2 km·~6 min drive

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

#3.Efrifoss
5.5 km·~7 min drive

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

#4.Selhólsfoss
5.5 km·~7 min drive

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

4 waterfalls near West Iceland

Hot Springs

#1.Natural hot pot near Borgarbyggð
7.7 km·~9 min drive

Swimming_pool hot spring

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Borgarbyggð
13 km·~16 min drive

Hot pot in nature. Surrounded by Icelandic landscape. Bring your own towel.

#3.Árhver
14 km·~17 min drive

Geothermal spot. Naturally heated, no facilities. Check conditions before going.

#4.Krosslaug
14 km·~17 min drive

Krosslaug is a small 42°C natural hot spring in West Iceland, used mostly by locals…

4 hot springs near West Iceland

Campsites

#1.Selsskógur
4.9 km·~6 min drive

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

#2.Selskógur, Skorradal
4.9 km·~6 min drive

The forest Selsskógur is in the middle of the valley Skorradalur. It is a good camp site…

#3.Fossatún
7 km·~8 min drive

Fossatún is located between Borgarnes and Reykholt in Borgarfjörður. The environment and…

#4.Þórisstaðir
12 km·~15 min drive

The Thorisstadir camping site is a large and family friendly site. You have a good area…

4 campsites near West Iceland

Supermarkets

#1.Bónus
20 km·~24 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#2.Ljómalind
20 km·~24 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#3.Hyrnan
20 km·~24 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Nettó
20 km·~24 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near West Iceland

Gas stations

#1.Ferstikla
16 km·~19 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#2.Reykholt
16 km·~20 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Baulan
17 km·~20 min drive

Orkan · 279.7 kr/L petrol

#4.Borgarnes
20 km·~24 min drive

Atlantsolía · 279.8 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near West Iceland

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 West Iceland

Frequently
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How do I get to Skálafell?
Skálafell is in West Iceland. 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 Skálafell 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 Skálafell?
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 Skálafell?
Skálafell is 438 m above sea level, according to OpenStreetMap and Wikidata records.

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