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Highlands, IcelandDormant

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Vaðalda

Highlands, IcelandDormant

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Map of Vaðalda

Vaðalda is in the Highlands, Iceland at 64.9788°N, 16.4986°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Nearest town: Vogar við Mývatn — 74.3 km away
Distance from Reykjavík: 276 km in a straight line
What else is close: 63 mapped places within 20 km

Vaðalda weather and conditions

At Vaðalda in Highlands, conditions as of 31 August 2026, 14:00 (Iceland time): 4°C (feels like 0°C), overcast, wind 4 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 48 m (sunrise 05:43, sunset 20:30). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 31 August 2026, 14:00· 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 Vaðalda

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

Vaðalda — 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 Vaðalda?

Vaðalda is not currently erupting, and the surrounding area is generally safe to visit on marked trails. Volcanic and geothermal ground can still be unstable or hide gas — stay on the path, and check safetravel.is for any local closures before you drive.

How do I get to Vaðalda?

Vaðalda 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 Vaðalda?

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 Vaðalda?

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

4.7 km·~6 min drive

A waterfall in the Highlands.

#2.Drekafoss

8.7 km·~10 min drive

A waterfall in North Iceland.

#3.Gljúfrasmiður

25 km·~30 min drive

A waterfall in North Iceland.

#4.Sauðárfoss

30 km·~36 min drive

A waterfall in East Iceland.

4 waterfalls near Highlands

Hot Springs

#1.Víti

13 km·~16 min drive

Water hot spring

#2.Víti Askja

13 km·~16 min drive

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

#3.Laugarvallalaug

35 km·~42 min drive

Water hot spring

#4.Hveragil

45 km·~54 min drive

Geothermal spot

4 hot springs near Highlands

Campsites

#1.Drekaskáli

8.3 km·~10 min drive

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

#2.Drekaskáli Warden Cabin

8.4 km·~10 min drive

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

#3.Kverkfjöll / Sigurðarskáli

26 km·~32 min drive

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

#4.Herðubreiðarlindir

27 km·~33 min drive

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

4 campsites near Highlands

F-Roads

#1.F894 Öskjuvatnsvegur

12 km·~15 min drive

Final bumpy kilometers to Askja

#2.F88 Öskjuleið

14 km·~17 min drive

Shortcut to Askja caldera

#3.F899 Flateyjardalsvegur

17 km·~21 min drive

Northern highland road to a lonely beach

3 f-roads near Highlands

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúð

76 km·~91 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.Nettó

101 km·~122 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#3.Bónus

103 km·~124 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#4.Fisk Kompaní

107 km·~129 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Highlands

Gas stations

#1.Möðrudalur

58 km·~69 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#2.Mývatn

70 km·~84 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#3.Skjöldólfsstaðir

75 km·~90 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#4.Reykjahlíð

76 km·~91 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