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Did you know? Iceland's mountains and lava fields are traditionally believed to be home to hidden people. Hikers were historically advised to avoid disturbing rock formations, as they were thought to be the homes of elves and nature spirits.
Hiking Trails in Iceland — Explore by Region, Difficulty and Landscape
Use this guide to plan your hiking adventure across Iceland. Whether you are looking for easy family-friendly walks near Reykjavík, scenic waterfall hikes on the South Coast, volcanic crater routes on the Reykjanes Peninsula or multi-day highland treks, every trail type is covered here.
- ✓ Easy family-friendly walks
- ✓ Scenic waterfall hikes
- ✓ Volcanic crater routes
- ✓ Geothermal valley trails
- ✓ Multi-day highland treks
- ✓ Hidden local favorites near Reykjavík
Hiking Trails in Capital Region
The Capital Region offers some of the most accessible hiking routes in Iceland — perfect for short adventures close to Reykjavík, suitable year-round.
📅 Most trails accessible year-round.
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Mount Esja Summit Trail
Popular Reykjavik hiking mountain offering panoramic views over the capital area.
👻 Mount Esja is named after a woman from early Icelandic settlement legends.
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Helgafell Hafnarfjordur Trail
Short scenic hike with panoramic lava field views.
👻 Hafnarfjordur is widely known as Iceland's elf capital.
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Ulfarsfell Summit Trail
Popular panoramic mountain hike near Reykjavik.
👻 Mountain said guarded by hidden beings.
Hiking Trails in Reykjanes Peninsula
Reykjanes is Iceland's youngest volcanic landscape and one of the most unique hiking areas near Keflavík Airport — lava deserts, geothermal steam and dramatic coastline.
📅 Volcanic activity may affect trail access.
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Gunnuhver Geothermal Trail
Boardwalk trail through steaming geothermal mud pools.
👻 Named after ghost Gunna who haunted the area after death.
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Fagradalsfjall Volcano Trail
Hike across recent lava fields from Iceland's newest eruptions.
👻 Fresh lava areas believed to awaken underground fire spirits.
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Reykjanesviti Lighthouse Trail
Coastal trail around Iceland's oldest lighthouse with lava fields and ocean cliffs.
👻 The Reykjanes area was believed to be guarded by sea spirits and lava trolls.
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Keilir Mountain Trail
Cone-shaped mountain hike with panoramic peninsula views.
👻 Believed to be a sleeping troll turned to stone.
Hiking Trails in West Iceland
West Iceland combines waterfalls, glaciers and lava formations within short driving distances. Ideal for day trips from Reykjavík.
📅 Great for day trips from Reykjavík.
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Glymur Waterfall Trail
Scenic canyon hike to Iceland's second highest waterfall featuring caves and river crossings.
👻 Legends say hidden people live inside the canyon walls.
Hiking Trails in Westfjords
The Westfjords offer some of Iceland's most remote hiking experiences with dramatic fjords and untouched Arctic wilderness.
📅 Best explored between June and August.
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Galtarviti Lighthouse Trail
Coastal trail to remote lighthouse views.
👻 Stories tell lighthouse protected sailors from spirits of storms.
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Bolafjall Trail
Panoramic cliff viewing platform trail.
👻 Lookout point of ancient giants.
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Hornstrandir Coastal Route
Remote wilderness hiking route in Hornstrandir Nature Reserve.
👻 Abandoned settlements believed haunted by spirits.
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Hrafnseyri Trail
Historic walking route near birthplace of Jon Sigurdsson.
👻 Area believed spiritually protected farmland.
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Thingeyri Sandafell Trail
Mountain ridge viewpoint hike above Thingeyri.
👻 Mountain believed once home of hidden warriors.
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Bolafjall Cliff Trail
Panoramic cliff-edge viewing platform trail.
👻 Cliffs were believed to be lookout points of ancient giants.
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Latrafjall Bird Cliffs Trail
Walk along Europe's largest bird cliffs.
👻 Cliffs believed guarded by seabird spirits guiding sailors.
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Valagil Gorge Trail
Hidden gorge trail with waterfalls and moss valleys.
👻 Believed home of hidden people settlements.
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Skrudur Botanical Walk
Short walk through Iceland's oldest botanical garden.
👻 Garden believed protected from harsh weather by guardian spirits.
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Dynjandi Trail
Trail to the most iconic waterfall of the Westfjords.
👻 Waterfall mist believed to hold protective spirits.
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Latrafjarg Cliff Trail
Walk along Europe's largest seabird cliffs.
👻 Cliffs believed guarded by seabird spirits.
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Hornstrandir Coastal Trail
Remote wilderness hiking route in Iceland's most isolated nature reserve.
👻 Area long believed inhabited by spirits protecting abandoned settlements.
Hiking Trails in North Iceland
North Iceland is home to volcanic craters, canyon systems and lava formations around Lake Mývatn — combining geology and folklore-rich landscapes.
📅 Year-round access except Highlands roads.
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Hverfjall Crater Trail
Large volcanic crater rim hike offering panoramic Myvatn views.
👻 Local legends say trolls once roamed the lava desert surrounding the crater.
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Dimmuborgir Lava Fields Trail
Trail through dramatic lava towers and caves near Myvatn.
👻 Said to be the home of the Icelandic Yule Lads.
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Asbyrgi Canyon Trail
Horseshoe canyon hike surrounded by towering cliffs.
👻 Believed to be formed by Sleipnir, Odin's eight-legged horse.
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Krafla Lava Field Trail
Walk through steaming lava fields near Krafla volcano.
👻 Stories describe underground fire spirits living beneath the lava.
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Dettifoss East Side Trail
Trail to Europe's most powerful waterfall from the east bank.
👻 Ancient travelers believed waterfall spirits guarded the canyon.
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Selfoss Waterfall Trail
Short scenic trail to Selfoss waterfall upstream from Dettifoss.
👻 River canyon legends describe hidden spirits guiding travelers safely.
Hiking Trails in East Iceland
East Iceland features the country's quietest hiking routes and spectacular waterfall trails — the perfect region for peaceful nature hiking away from crowds.
📅 Accessible most of the year.
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Borgarfjordur Puffin Trail
Easy boardwalk trail to puffin nesting cliffs.
👻 Seabirds were believed to guide fishermen safely home.
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Vestdalsfossar Trail
Multi-waterfall hiking valley trail above Seydisfjordur.
👻 Stories say elves lived behind waterfalls here.
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Litlanesfoss Trail
Basalt-column waterfall hike located below Hengifoss.
👻 Columns were believed to be ancient troll structures.
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Seydisfjordur Waterfall Loop
Trail above town passing multiple waterfalls.
👻 Locals believed spirits lived inside surrounding fjord cliffs.
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Storurd Trail
Trail through giant moss-covered boulders and hidden ponds.
👻 Considered hidden-people territory.
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Hengifoss Trail
Trail to one of Iceland's tallest waterfalls with red clay layers and views over Lagarfljot.
👻 Legend says a lake monster lives in nearby Lagarfljot lake.
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Storurd Boulder Field Trail
Trail through giant moss-covered boulders and turquoise ponds.
👻 Area believed to be sacred hidden-people territory.
Hiking Trails in South Iceland
South Iceland contains some of Iceland's most iconic hiking locations along the Ring Road — from famous waterfalls to hidden canyon passes.
📅 Year-round hiking opportunities.
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Reykjadalur Hot River Hike
A popular geothermal hiking route leading to a natural hot river where visitors can bathe in warm water surrounded by mountains and steam vents.
👻 The Reykjadalur valley is believed to be home to hidden people according to local folklore.
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Hofskirkja Turf Church Trail
Short historic walk around Iceland's last turf church.
👻 Church believed protected by guardian spirits.
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Haifoss Trail
Short hike to one of Iceland's tallest waterfalls.
👻 Nearby cliffs were believed to be troll shelters.
Hiking Trails in Highlands
The Highlands contain Iceland's most epic multi-day trekking routes. Laugavegur alone attracts 75,000–100,000 hikers annually — Iceland's greatest SEO anchor trail.
📅 Accessible June–September only.
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Fjallabak Nature Reserve Trail
Remote highland trail through volcanic landscapes and rivers.
👻 Travelers believed ancient guardians protected the reserve.
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Askja Vikraborgir Trail
Trail across volcanic terrain near Askja caldera.
👻 Stories describe the crater as a gateway to underground worlds.
Viti Crater Askja Trail
Walk around the turquoise Viti crater lake.
👻 Name means Hell, referring to steaming geothermal activity.
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Hveradalir Kerlingarfjoll Trail
Trail through colorful geothermal valleys in Kerlingarfjoll.
👻 Mountains are said to be petrified trolls.
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Blahnukur Summit Trail
Colorful rhyolite mountain hike with sweeping highland views.
👻 Locals believed the mountains were shaped by sleeping giants.
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Brennisteinsalda Trail
Sulfur-colored mountain trail through geothermal valleys.
👻 Steam vents were once thought to be entrances to hidden elf worlds.
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Laugahraun Lava Trail
Short lava field hike near Landmannalaugar hot spring area.
👻 Believed to be protected by hidden lava spirits.
Choose a Hiking Trail by Difficulty Level
Whether you are a first-time visitor or an experienced trekker, Iceland has hiking trails for every fitness level.
Easy Trails
- •Seljavallalaug
- •Reykjadalur hot river
- •Dimmuborgir lava fields loop
- •Ásbyrgi canyon floor
- •Elliðaárdalur Valley
- •Arnarstapi to Hellnar
Moderate Trails
- •Glymur waterfall
- •Hverfjall crater rim
- •Hengifoss waterfall
- •Bláhnjúkur (Landmannalaugar)
- •Mount Esja
- •Keilir summit
Challenging Trails
- •Fimmvörðuháls pass
- •Stórurð boulder valley
- •Hornstrandir coastal routes
- •Kerlingarfjöll traverse
- •Snæfellsjökull summit approach
Expert Trails
- •Laugavegur multi-day trek
- •Askja crater route
- •Drangey island routes
- •Landmannalaugar to Þórsmörk full traverse
Iceland Hiking Trails Map
Explore hiking trails across Iceland on our interactive map. Click any marker to see trail details — difficulty, distance, duration and nearby folklore.
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