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West Iceland, Iceland
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Rauðfeldsgjá

West Iceland, Iceland

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Rauðfeldsgjá is a waterfall in West Iceland.

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Road conditions
Check live· From Reykjavík to the foss
Drive: Good·Visit now·30 min stop
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Free
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Entry: Free
Parking: Free
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Entry feeFree
ParkingFree
BookingNot needed
Getting thereCar recommended
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Cars & campers

−15%exclusive discountFree cancellationKEF airport pickup 24/74.8
Dacia Duster 4x4
SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

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

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol/diesel
Seats5
Drive4WD
From
5,355 kr6,300 kr/day
Reserve −15%
VW Caravelle
9-seater

VW Caravelle

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

TransmissionAutomatic
FuelDiesel
Seats9
Drive2WD
From
12,750 kr15,000 kr/day
Reserve −15%
Key Camper Wild Duo
Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

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

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol
Sleeps2
Drive4WD
From
5,304 kr6,240 kr/day
Reserve −15%

Tours near Rauðfeldsgjá

Free cancellationSmall groups
Glacier & Golden Circle
Adventure

Glacier & Golden Circle

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

Duration10 hours
PickupReykjavík
ActivitySnowmobile
VehicleSuper Jeep
From
49.990 kr
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Photos & videos

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#4.Klukkufoss
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Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Snæfellsbær
21 km·~25 min drive

Natural pool. Real Iceland experience. Worth seeking out.

#2.Natural hot pot near Grundarfjarðarbær
23 km·~27 min drive

Natural hot pot. Coordinates only - verify before visiting.

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Grundarfjarðarbær
32 km·~39 min drive

Hot pot in nature. Water temp varies but usually comfortable. Respect the nature around…

#4.Geothermal hot spring near Stykkishólmur
53 km·~63 min drive

Natural pool. Water temp varies but usually comfortable. Respect the nature around it.

4 hot springs near West Iceland

Campsites

#1.Tjaldsvæðið á Arnastapa
3.5 km·~4 min drive

West Iceland camping. Access to Snæfellsnes peninsula and western attractions. Good…

#2.Arnarstapi
3.6 km·~4 min drive

The camp site at Arnarstapi is in a beautiful location next to Stapafell mountain with a…

#3.Tjaldstæðið í Ólafsvík
10 km·~12 min drive

West Iceland camping. Access to Snæfellsnes peninsula and western attractions. Good…

#4.Ólafsvík
10 km·~12 min drive

The camp site is located in the edge of town. There is a toilet, hot and cold water,…

4 campsites near West Iceland

Supermarkets

#1.Kassinn
11 km·~14 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#2.Kjörbúðin
23 km·~28 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#3.Bónus
53 km·~64 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#4.Nettó
87 km·~105 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near West Iceland

Gas stations

#1.Arnarstapi
3.7 km·~4 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#2.Ólafsvík
11 km·~13 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Hellissandur
17 km·~20 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Grundarfjörður
23 km·~28 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near West Iceland

Tours

#1.Glacier & Golden Circle
10 hours·Pickup Reykjavík

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

from 32,990 krView tour →
1 tours near West Iceland

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How do I get to Rauðfeldsgjá?
Rauðfeldsgjá is located in West Iceland. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive.
Is Rauðfeldsgjá free to visit?
Most Icelandic waterfalls are free to enter. Parking may cost 700–1000 ISK — use the Parka app or pay on-site.
What is the best time to visit Rauðfeldsgjá?
Rauðfeldsgjá is accessible year-round. Summer offers the best light; winter can be dramatic but check road conditions first.

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