Hike · The Highlands
Útigönguhöfði
Quick facts
- Útigönguhöfði is 158 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 29 min by car.
- The Útigönguhöfði route is 5 km long and takes about 1 h to walk.
- The nearest town to Útigönguhöfði is Hvolsvöllur.
- Útigönguhöfði is a hike in the Icelandic Highlands.
The facts
| Distance | 5 km |
|---|---|
| Walking time | 1 h |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Nearest town | Hvolsvöllur |
| From Reykjavík | 158 km by road, about 2 h 29 min |
| Region | The Highlands |
| Coordinates | 63.6778° N, 19.4826° W |
Getting there
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.
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.
Questions people ask
What is Útigönguhöfði?
Útigönguhöfði is a hike in the Icelandic Highlands.
Where is Útigönguhöfði?
Útigönguhöfði is at 63.6778° N, 19.4826° W, in the Icelandic Highlands. The nearest town is Hvolsvöllur. The nearest other sight on our map is Fimmvörðuháls, a hike about 13 m away in a straight line.
How far is Útigönguhöfði from Reykjavík?
Útigönguhöfði is 158 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 29 min by car.
How do I get to Útigönguhöfði?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Útigönguhöfði, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Hvolsvöllur.
How long does the Útigönguhöfði hike take?
The Útigönguhöfði route is 5 km long and takes about 1 h to walk. It is rated easy. Walking times are estimates from the route's distance and climb, not a guarantee.
Does it cost anything to visit Útigönguhöfði?
We have not verified a fee for Útigönguhöfði. 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 Útigönguhöfði?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Hella & Pool, about 64 minutes' drive from Útigönguhöfði. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Selfoss & Pool (96 min).
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Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- 64 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 96 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
Nearby sights
Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
Place data from OpenStreetMap and Wikidata. Photographs from Wikimedia Commons, credited individually.
- OpenStreetMap (ODbL-1.0)
© OpenStreetMap contributors, available under the Open Database License.
