Canyon · The Highlands
Stakkholtsgjá
Quick facts
- Stakkholtsgjá is 155 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 24 min by car.
- The nearest town to Stakkholtsgjá is Hvolsvöllur.
- Stakkholtsgjá is a canyon in the Icelandic Highlands.
The facts
| Nearest town | Hvolsvöllur |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 155 km by road, about 2 h 24 min |
| Region | The Highlands |
| Coordinates | 63.6716° N, 19.5424° 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 Stakkholtsgjá?
Stakkholtsgjá is a canyon in the Icelandic Highlands.
Where is Stakkholtsgjá?
Stakkholtsgjá is at 63.6716° N, 19.5424° W, in the Icelandic Highlands. The nearest town is Hvolsvöllur. The nearest other sight on our map is Valahnúkur, a mountain about 1.4 km away in a straight line.
How far is Stakkholtsgjá from Reykjavík?
Stakkholtsgjá is 155 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 24 min by car.
How do I get to Stakkholtsgjá?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Stakkholtsgjá, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Hvolsvöllur.
Does it cost anything to visit Stakkholtsgjá?
We have not verified a fee for Stakkholtsgjá. 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 Stakkholtsgjá?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Hella & Pool, about 58 minutes' drive from Stakkholtsgjá. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Selfoss & Pool (91 min).
— After this
Soak here afterwards
- 58 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
On the way back
- 91 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.
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- Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
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