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Tindafell

Highlands, Iceland1,186 m elevation
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Tindafell

Highlands, Iceland1,186 m elevation

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Tindafell rises to 1,186 m in the Highlands, Iceland — the 54th highest of the 186 peaks we map there. Closest town is Hrafnagil, 97 km away.

Map of Tindafell

Tindafell is in the Highlands, Iceland at 64.7279°N, 17.6408°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Elevation
1,186 m above sea level
Nearest town
Hrafnagil — 97.2 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
216 km in a straight line
What else is close
45 mapped places within 20 km

Tindafell weather and conditions

At Tindafell in Highlands, conditions as of 27 August 2026, 14:30 (Iceland time): 1°C (feels like -2°C), overcast, wind 2 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 46 m (sunrise 05:48, sunset 20:34). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 27 August 2026, 14:30· source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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How do I get to Tindafell?
Tindafell 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 Tindafell 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 Tindafell?
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 Tindafell?
Tindafell is 1,186 m above sea level, according to OpenStreetMap and Wikidata records.

Nearby

km column = your drive

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  2. 2Dyngjufell2 km
  3. 3Hnúður2 km
  4. 4Valafell4 km
  5. 5Hnìflar4 km

Hot Springs

#1.Laugafell
47 km·~56 min drive

Pool hot spring

#2.Víti
56 km·~67 min drive

Water hot spring

#3.Víti Askja
56 km·~67 min drive

Volcanic crater lake at Askja. Highland destination, not always safe for bathing - check…

#4.Guðlaug
63 km·~76 min drive

New seaside hot pot on Langisandur beach in Akranes. Ocean views.

4 hot springs near Highlands

Campsites

#1.Nýidalur
21 km·~25 min drive

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

#2.Laugafell
47 km·~56 min drive

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

#3.Kverkfjöll / Sigurðarskáli
48 km·~58 min drive

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

#4.Drekaskáli Warden Cabin
60 km·~73 min drive

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

4 campsites near Highlands

Supermarkets

#1.Gvendarkjör
106 km·~127 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#2.Bónus
107 km·~128 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#3.Fisk Kompaní
107 km·~128 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Krambúð
107 km·~129 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Highlands

Gas stations

#1.Freysnes
89 km·~107 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#2.Mývatn
98 km·~117 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#3.Hrauneyjar
98 km·~118 min drive

Olís · 315.8 kr/L petrol

#4.Kirkjubæjarklaustur
106 km·~127 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 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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