Canyon · North Iceland

Steindyragil

Steindyragil, Iceland
Photo: Arni Hjartarson · Public domain

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

  • Steindyragil is 427 km from Reykjavík by road, about 7 h 3 min by car. The nearest road is about 2.4 km away.
  • The nearest town to Steindyragil is Siglufjörður.
  • Steindyragil is a canyon in North Iceland.
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The facts

Steindyragil: The facts
Nearest townSiglufjörður
From Reykjavík427 km by road, about 7 h 3 min
RegionNorth Iceland
Coordinates66.0152° N, 18.2739° W

Getting there

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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 2.4 km away.

Questions people ask

What is Steindyragil?

Steindyragil is a canyon in North Iceland.

Where is Steindyragil?

Steindyragil is at 66.0152° N, 18.2739° W, in North Iceland. The nearest town is Siglufjörður. The nearest other sight on our map is Kaldbakur, a mountain about 4.5 km away in a straight line.

How far is Steindyragil from Reykjavík?

Steindyragil is 427 km from Reykjavík by road, about 7 h 3 min by car. The nearest road is about 2.4 km away.

How do I get to Steindyragil?

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

Does it cost anything to visit Steindyragil?

We have not verified a fee for Steindyragil. 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 Steindyragil?

The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Skólastígur Akureyri & Pool, about 77 minutes' drive from Steindyragil. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: Forest Lagoon (85 min).

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Sources

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