Volcano · West Iceland

Ok

shield volcano in Iceland

Ok, Iceland
Photo: Oddur Sigurðsson · CC BY-SA 4.0

Before you go

Stay on marked paths, leave no trace and close gates behind you. Driving off-road is illegal in Iceland.

Areas can be closed at short notice to protect them. Check the official page before travelling.

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Quick facts

  • Ok is 92 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 26 min by car. The nearest road is about 4.5 km away.
  • Ok rises to 1,198 metres above sea level.
  • The nearest town to Ok is Borgarnes.
  • Ok is a volcano in West Iceland.
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The facts

Ok: The facts
Elevation1,198 m
Nearest townBorgarnes
From Reykjavík92 km by road, about 1 h 26 min
RegionWest Iceland
Coordinates64.6023° N, 20.8795° W

Getting there

Directions in Google Maps ↗Apple Maps ↗

Directions go to the sight's mapped point. For a mountain, glacier or lake that can be well away from the road, so park only in marked areas and walk from there.

The nearest road is about 4.5 km away.

Questions people ask

What is Ok?

Ok is a volcano in West Iceland. It rises to 1,198 metres above sea level.

Where is Ok?

Ok is at 64.6023° N, 20.8795° W, in West Iceland. The nearest town is Borgarnes. The nearest other sight on our map is Blávatn, a lake about 786 m away in a straight line.

How far is Ok from Reykjavík?

Ok is 92 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 26 min by car. The nearest road is about 4.5 km away.

How do I get to Ok?

The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Ok, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Borgarnes.

Does it cost anything to visit Ok?

We have not verified a fee for Ok. Some landowners charge for parking or entry, so check the signs on arrival. Iceland's right of public access comes with duties: stay on marked paths and leave no trace.

Where can you swim near Ok?

The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool, about 94 minutes' drive from Ok. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Árbær & Pool (100 min), World Class Breiðholt & Pool (102 min).

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Sources

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