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Upptyppingar

Highlands, Iceland

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ViewpointHighlands

Upptyppingar

Highlands, Iceland

About

A viewpoint in the Highlands. Stop here for panoramic views of the Icelandic landscape.

The kind of view that makes you stop mid-sentence. Iceland specializes in these.

Wind is stronger at elevation. What feels like a breeze at sea level becomes a gale up here. Dress for it.

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Map of Upptyppingar

Upptyppingar is in the Highlands, Iceland at 64.9202°N, 16.3948°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Getting there: Road F902 (Kverkfjallaleið)
Nearest town: Vogar við Mývatn — 81.9 km away
Distance from Reykjavík: 279 km in a straight line
What else is close: 39 mapped places within 20 km

Reached on an F-road. Icelandic law requires a 4WD vehicle on F-roads, and they open only for the summer season — check the current status before setting out.

Upptyppingar weather and conditions

At Upptyppingar in Highlands, conditions as of 1 September 2026, 07:15 (Iceland time): 2°C (feels like -2°C), overcast, wind 4 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 47 m (sunrise 05:42, sunset 20:30). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 1 September 2026, 07:15· source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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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 Upptyppingar

Free cancellation

Small groups

Sightseeing

(Cruise Ships) Lake Mývatn and Goðafoss

Lake Mývatn and the surrounding area are an absolute must if you're exploring the North!

Duration6 hours 30 minutes

HighlightsNorth Iceland

(RS) Lake Myvatn & Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri

Discover the wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide.

Duration6 hours

HighlightsNorth Iceland

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

Photos & videos

Upptyppingar — photo by Rémih · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

Photo: Rémih · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

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How do I get to Upptyppingar?

Upptyppingar is in Highlands. 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 Upptyppingar?

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 Upptyppingar 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 Upptyppingar?

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.Skínandi

4.7 km·~6 min drive

A waterfall in the Highlands.

#2.Drekafoss

17 km·~20 min drive

A waterfall in North Iceland.

#3.Sauðárfoss

25 km·~30 min drive

A waterfall in East Iceland.

#4.Töfrafoss

25 km·~30 min drive

A waterfall in East Iceland.

4 waterfalls near Highlands

Hot Springs

#1.Víti

21 km·~25 min drive

Water hot spring

#2.Víti Askja

21 km·~26 min drive

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

#3.Laugarvallalaug

31 km·~38 min drive

Water hot spring

#4.Hveragil

40 km·~48 min drive

Geothermal spot

4 hot springs near Highlands

Campsites

#1.Drekaskáli

16 km·~20 min drive

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

#2.Drekaskáli Warden Cabin

17 km·~20 min drive

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

#3.Kverkfjöll / Sigurðarskáli

22 km·~27 min drive

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

#4.Herðubreiðarlindir

31 km·~38 min drive

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

4 campsites near Highlands

F-Roads

#1.F894 Öskjuvatnsvegur

17 km·~20 min drive

Final bumpy kilometers to Askja

#2.F899 Flateyjardalsvegur

18 km·~22 min drive

Northern highland road to a lonely beach

#3.F902 Kverkfjallaleið

18 km·~22 min drive

Kverkfjallaleið

#4.F980 Kollumúlavegur

20 km·~23 min drive

One of Iceland's deepest river crossings

4 f-roads near Highlands

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúð

84 km·~100 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.Nettó

93 km·~112 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#3.Bónus

101 km·~121 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#4.Krónan

103 km·~124 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Highlands

Gas stations

#1.Möðrudalur

62 km·~74 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#2.Skjöldólfsstaðir

74 km·~89 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#3.Mývatn

78 km·~94 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#4.Hallormsstaður

80 km·~96 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 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

Data & sources

Everything on this page comes from the sources below. Live feeds refresh automatically.

Wikimedia CommonsHero & gallery photography · Rémih · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
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