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Smjörhnúkur

West Iceland, Iceland907 m elevation
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Smjörhnúkur

West Iceland, Iceland907 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
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Tours near Smjörhnúkur

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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Nearby

Waterfalls

#1.Hamrafoss
15 km·~18 min drive

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

Hamrafoss
#2.Hörtlafoss
15 km·~19 min drive

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

#3.Veiðifoss
17 km·~20 min drive

A waterfall in Iceland.

#4.Baulufoss
17 km·~20 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.Geothermal hot spring near Borgarbyggð
18 km·~22 min drive

Natural hot spring. Real Iceland experience. Best with few people.

#2.Grafarlaug
20 km·~24 min drive

Hot spring in West Iceland. Natural geothermal bathing spot.

#3.Landbrotalaug
22 km·~26 min drive

Tiny natural hot pot on Snæfellsnes. Fits two people. Hidden gem.

#4.Natural hot pot near Borgarbyggð
23 km·~28 min drive

Natural hot pot. Coordinates only - verify before visiting.

4 hot springs near West Iceland

Campsites

#1.Hallkelsstaðahlíð við Hlíðarvatn
14 km·~17 min drive

Hallkelsstadarhlid camping site is located in West Iceland. The site is conveniently…

#2.Hallkelsstaðahlíð
14 km·~17 min drive

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

#3.Lindartunga
19 km·~23 min drive

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

#4.Sælukotið Árblik
20 km·~24 min drive

Árblik is about 12 km south of Budardalur close to road nr. 60. In Árblik there is a café…

4 campsites near West Iceland

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúð
28 km·~33 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.Hyrnan
36 km·~43 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#3.Ljómalind
36 km·~43 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Nettó
36 km·~43 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near West Iceland

Gas stations

#1.Hreðavatnsskáli
19 km·~22 min drive

Orkan · 303.6 kr/L petrol

#2.Baulan
23 km·~27 min drive

Orkan · 279.7 kr/L petrol

#3.Búðardalur
28 km·~33 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#4.Borgarnes
33 km·~39 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 Smjörhnúkur?
Smjörhnúkur 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 Smjörhnúkur 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 Smjörhnúkur?
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 Smjörhnúkur?
Smjörhnúkur is 907 m above sea level, according to OpenStreetMap and Wikidata records.

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