Campsites in Iceland

Landmannalaugar is a backcountry campsite in the highlands near a geothermal area known for colorful rhyolite mountains and hot springs. The site serves as a base for hikers tackling the famous multi-day Laugavegur Trail or exploring day hikes through the surrounding geothermal landscape. You'll find basic facilities and a natural hot spring pool where you can soak after a day of trekking, though the site is only accessible by rough mountain roads from mid-June to September.

Skaftafell Campground sits within Vatnajökull National Park at the base of Iceland's largest glacier system, offering direct access to some of the country's most dramatic hiking trails including paths to glacial waterfalls and ice formations. The campground is well-equipped with basic facilities and serves as an ideal base for exploring the Skaftafell area, where you can walk among ancient birch forests and across glacial valleys in a single day. It fills quickly in summer due to its location and accessibility, making it worth booking ahead if you're planning to visit during peak season.

Hamrar is a small campsite in North Iceland situated in a quiet rural area, offering basic facilities and a peaceful base for exploring the northern regions. The location provides good access to nearby attractions and the surrounding landscape of farms and open countryside typical of Iceland's interior approach routes. It's a practical stopping point for travelers on a budget or those seeking a low-key camping experience away from the busier tourist zones.

Vík Camping sits in the small village of Vík í Mývatn in South Iceland, close to the black sand beach of Reynisfjara and within easy reach of the dramatic cliffs at Dyrhólaey. The campsite offers a straightforward base for exploring the south coast's most visited attractions, with basic facilities and a location that makes it convenient for walkers and photographers wanting early or late access to these landmarks. It's popular with budget travelers and those planning to spend a few days working around the Vík area.

Höfn Camping Ground sits on the outskirts of Höfn, a fishing town on Iceland's southeastern coast, making it a natural base for exploring Vatnajökull National Park and the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon nearby. The campsite offers basic facilities with access to local services and restaurants in town, and the surrounding landscape gives you views toward the glacier-fed rivers and coastal plains. Most travelers stop here while touring the Ring Road or preparing for glacier and ice lagoon excursions.

Campground in the village of Djúpivogur, East Iceland.