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Skeljavíkurfjall

Westfjords, Iceland406 m elevation
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Skeljavíkurfjall

Westfjords, Iceland406 m elevation

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Parking: Free
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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
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Tours near Skeljavíkurfjall

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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Daily conditions for your trip

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Nearby

Waterfalls

#1.Àlftafoss
3.8 km·~5 min drive

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

#2.Lónfoss
11 km·~13 min drive

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

#3.Laugufoss
15 km·~18 min drive

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

#4.Goðafoss
17 km·~20 min drive

A waterfall in Iceland.

Goðafoss
4 waterfalls near Westfjords

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Strandabyggð
5 km·~6 min drive

Natural pool. Surrounded by Icelandic landscape. Respect the nature around it.

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Kaldrananeshreppur
11 km·~13 min drive

Natural pool. Off the tourist path. Worth seeking out.

#3.Drangsnes Hot Pots
16 km·~19 min drive

Three free concrete tubs by the ocean in Drangsnes. Nothing fancy. Sea view. Good vibes.

#4.Gvendarlaug hin forna
16 km·~19 min drive

Hot pot in nature. Off the tourist path. Check conditions before going.

4 hot springs near Westfjords

Campsites

#1.Hólmavík
5 km·~6 min drive

The Holmavik camping site is located next to the villages swimming pool.

#2.Hveravík
10 km·~13 min drive

Westfjords campsite. Remote location rewards those who make the journey. Dramatic…

#3.Laugarhóll í Bjarnarfirði
16 km·~19 min drive

Cozy campsite close to swimming pool and a natural pool.

#4.Laugarhóll
16 km·~19 min drive

Westfjords campsite. Remote location rewards those who make the journey. Dramatic…

4 campsites near Westfjords

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúð
4.8 km·~6 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.Kaupfélag Steingrímsfjarðar
16 km·~19 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#3.Kaupfélag Vestur-Húnvetninga
51 km·~61 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Kjörbúðin
69 km·~83 min drive

Kjörbúðin supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Westfjords

Gas stations

#1.Hólmavík
4.5 km·~5 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#2.Drangsnes
16 km·~19 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Bjarkalundur
21 km·~25 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Reykhólar
33 km·~40 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Westfjords

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 Westfjords

Frequently
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How do I get to Skeljavíkurfjall?
Skeljavíkurfjall is in Westfjords. 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 Skeljavíkurfjall 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 Skeljavíkurfjall?
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 Skeljavíkurfjall?
Skeljavíkurfjall is 406 m above sea level, according to OpenStreetMap and Wikidata records.

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