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Hrafnagjá útsynispallur

Reykjavík Area, IcelandWheelchair accessible

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ViewpointReykjavík Area

Hrafnagjá útsynispallur

Reykjavík Area, IcelandWheelchair accessible

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Hrafnagjá útsynispallur is in the Reykjavík Area, Iceland at 64.2470°N, 21.0258°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Getting there: Road 36 (Lyngdalsh.v.-Þingv.)
Off the main road: 0.1 km from Route 36
Nearest town: Sólheimar — 27.3 km away
Distance from Reykjavík: 46 km in a straight line
What else is close: 300 mapped places within 20 km

Hrafnagjá útsynispallur weather and conditions

At Hrafnagjá útsynispallur in Reykjavik, conditions as of 31 August 2026, 08:45 (Iceland time): 9°C (feels like 4°C), partly cloudy, wind 6 m/s gusting to 10 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 42 m (sunrise 06:03, sunset 20:46). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

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Cars & campers

−12%exclusive discountFree cancellation

KEF airport pickup 24/74.8

SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

Cheapest real 4WD in the fleet — gravel, the Westfjords and easy summer F-roads without truck prices.

VW Caravelle

Whole family or friend group in one car — gear in the back, room to stretch.

TransmissionAutomatic

12,750 kr15,000 kr/day

Reserve −12%

Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

Sleep right by the trailhead, wake up at the falls — F-road ready from mid-June.

Tours near Hrafnagjá útsynispallur

Free cancellation

Small groups

Lagoons & spa

A Gourmet golden circle - a taste of Iceland combined with amazing nature attractions!

Embark on a private adventure through the Golden Circle with Northern Adventurer.

Duration8 hours

HighlightsReykjavík area

A Magical Day in Iceland - a private custom made tour - Up to 9 passengers

So often our customers ask for something different.

Duration8 hours

HighlightsReykjavík area

A Premium Private Tour of Ancient Legends and Natural Marvels of Snæfellsnes!

Come with us on an journey to the land of Snæfellsnes, an ancient realm steeped in legends and wonder.

Duration11 hours

HighlightsReykjavík area

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323.999 ISK

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How do I get to Hrafnagjá útsynispallur?

Hrafnagjá útsynispallur is in Reykjavík Area. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive — some overlooks sit on gravel or highland F-roads that need a 4×4 and only open in summer.

Is there parking at Hrafnagjá útsynispallur?

Many Icelandic viewpoints are roadside pull-offs with a small marked parking area. Never stop on the road itself or on the soft verge — it blocks traffic and damages the moss, which is illegal. Use the marked lay-by.

Is Hrafnagjá útsynispallur safe to visit?

Treat it with care. Icelandic viewpoints are often unfenced clifftops or exposed ridges, and weather changes fast — wind can knock you off balance near an edge. Keep back from drop-offs, bring layers even on a clear day, and check the forecast before you go.

When is the best time to visit Hrafnagjá útsynispallur?

Long summer days give the most daylight and the clearest access. In winter, roads may be icy or closed and daylight is short — but the same spots double as aurora-watching points on clear, dark nights. Check road and weather conditions first.

Nearby

km column = your drive

Waterfalls

#1.Öxarárfoss

4.9 km·~6 min drive

Öxarárfoss is a waterfall in Þingvellir National Park, Iceland. It flows from the river…

#2.Þórufoss

17 km·~20 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#3.Staur

19 km·~23 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland.

#4.Stóragil

19 km·~23 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland.

4 waterfalls near Reykjavík Area

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Bláskógabyggð

15 km·~18 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Grímsnes- og Grafningshreppur

23 km·~27 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Ölfus

23 km·~28 min drive

Natural hot spring

#4.Natural hot pot near Bláskógabyggð

24 km·~29 min drive

Swimming_pool hot spring

4 hot springs near Reykjavík Area

Campsites

#1.Nyrðri-Leirar

4.7 km·~6 min drive

Greater Reykjavík area campsite. Urban convenience with easier booking than central city…

#2.Fagrabrekka

4.7 km·~6 min drive

Greater Reykjavík area campsite. Urban convenience with easier booking than central city…

#3.Hvannabrekka

5 km·~6 min drive

Greater Reykjavík area campsite. Urban convenience with easier booking than central city…

#4.Laugarvatn

14 km·~17 min drive

The camp site at Laugarvatn is a large camp site with a lot of activities close by as…

4 campsites near Reykjavík Area

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúðin

14 km·~17 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.Bónus

29 km·~35 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#3.Nettó

34 km·~40 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#4.Krónan

34 km·~40 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Reykjavík Area

Gas stations

#1.Laugarvatn

14 km·~17 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#2.Minni Borg

23 km·~28 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#3.Brautarhóll

29 km·~34 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Hveragerði

29 km·~35 min drive

Orkan · 279.7 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Reykjavík Area

Tours

#1.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 →

#2.A Magical Day in Iceland - a private custom made tour - Up to 9 passengers

8 hours

So often our customers ask for something different.

from 195.000 ISKView tour →

#3.A Premium Private Tour of Ancient Legends and Natural Marvels of Snæfellsnes!

11 hours

Come with us on an journey to the land of Snæfellsnes, an ancient realm steeped in legends and wonder.

from 323.999 ISKView tour →

3 tours near Reykjavík Area

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VegagerðinVisitor access & practical facts
VegagerðinLive road status & cameras · Icelandic Road Administration
Open-MeteoWeather forecast · CC BY 4.0
NOAA SWPCAurora (planetary Kp) forecast · public domain
OpenStreetMapInteractive-map data · ODbL
Esri, Maxar & Earthstar GeographicsSatellite imagery for the 3D terrain render · GIS User Community