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Kverkfjöll

Highlands, IcelandActiveStratovolcano1933 m

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Kverkfjöll

Highlands, IcelandActiveStratovolcano1933 m

About

Kverkfjöll is a potentially active central volcano, fissure swarm, and associated mountain range situated on the northern border of the glacier Vatnajökull in Iceland.

The landscape around volcanic areas looks stark. Black rock, steam vents, the smell of sulfur. Another planet.

The terrain can be sharp and uneven. Good hiking boots aren't optional, they're essential.

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Map of Kverkfjöll

Kverkfjöll is in the Highlands, Iceland at 64.6530°N, 16.6511°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Elevation: 1,933 m above sea level
Nearest town: Nesjahverfi — 78 km away
Distance from Reykjavík: 260 km in a straight line
What else is close: 17 mapped places within 20 km

Kverkfjöll weather and conditions

At Kverkfjöll in Highlands, conditions as of 1 September 2026, 07:15 (Iceland time): -7°C (feels like -11°C), fog, wind 2 m/s gusting to 6 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 45 m (sunrise 05:44, sunset 20:30). 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 Kverkfjöll

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

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

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

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Is it safe to visit Kverkfjöll?

Kverkfjöll is listed as an active volcano. Whether you can approach it depends entirely on current conditions — during an eruption, authorities set an exclusion zone and you must never cross a closure line. Check safetravel.is and the Icelandic Met Office (vedur.is) before you go, and follow all official instructions on site.

How do I get to Kverkfjöll?

Kverkfjöll is in Highlands. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive — highland access often needs a 4×4 and some routes only open in summer.

Can I hike Kverkfjöll?

It depends on the volcano and current activity. Some Icelandic cones have short marked trails to the rim; others sit under glaciers or in closed areas and cannot be climbed without a guide. Never approach an active eruption unless the official viewing area is open — conditions change fast.

What should I know about volcanic gas near Kverkfjöll?

Volcanic and geothermal areas can release sulphur dioxide and hydrogen sulphide, which are toxic in high concentrations and collect in low-lying spots. Stay on marked paths, leave immediately if you smell strong sulphur or feel unwell, and check the Met Office gas forecasts during any eruption.

Nearby

km column = your drive

Waterfalls

#1.Skínandi

32 km·~39 min drive

A waterfall in the Highlands.

#2.Töfrafoss

41 km·~49 min drive

A waterfall in East Iceland.

#3.Drekafoss

43 km·~52 min drive

A waterfall in North Iceland.

#4.Sauðárfoss

48 km·~57 min drive

A waterfall in East Iceland.

4 waterfalls near Highlands

Hot Springs

#1.Víti

44 km·~53 min drive

Water hot spring

#2.Víti Askja

44 km·~53 min drive

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

#3.Laugarvallalaug

58 km·~69 min drive

Water hot spring

#4.Hveragil

64 km·~76 min drive

Geothermal spot

4 hot springs near Highlands

Campsites

#1.Kverkfjöll / Sigurðarskáli

11 km·~13 min drive

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

#2.Drekaskáli

43 km·~52 min drive

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

#3.Drekaskáli Warden Cabin

43 km·~52 min drive

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

#4.Snæfell

51 km·~61 min drive

East Iceland campsite in the remote and beautiful Eastfjords. Fewer tourists means better…

4 campsites near Highlands

F-Roads

#1.F985 Jökulvegur

5.3 km·~6 min drive

Zig-zag climb to glacier edge

#2.F980 Kollumúlavegur

13 km·~16 min drive

One of Iceland's deepest river crossings

#3.F910 Austurleið

19 km·~23 min drive

Main eastern route to Askja

3 f-roads near Highlands

Supermarkets

#1.Nettó

82 km·~99 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#2.Krambúð

111 km·~133 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#3.Kjörbúðin

113 km·~135 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Gvendarkjör

117 km·~141 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Highlands

Gas stations

#1.Freysnes

75 km·~90 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#2.Nesjar

77 km·~93 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Höfn

82 km·~98 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Fagurhólsmýri

86 km·~103 min drive

N1 · 310.9 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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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
OpenStreetMapVisitor 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