IcelandTravel guideHiking in IcelandFrom short walks to multi-day Highland routes: discover recorded trails and plan for the season, distance and conditions.Find a trailEasier walksDay hikesHighlandsRegionsSafety 01 / Choose a trailFind a trail that fitsCompare recorded distance, time, elevation, difficulty, route type, season and region. Records may be incomplete; always open the trail and check current conditions. Find a hiking trailAllEast IcelandHigh IcelandNorth IcelandSouth IcelandSouth West IcelandWest FjordsWest IcelandDifficultEasyModerateLoopOutAndBackPointToPointÁlftanes – BessastaðatjörnSouth West Iceland6 km2 hEasy+43 mLoopBúrfell and BúrfellsgjáSouth West Iceland4.5 km2 hEasy+87 mLoopMount Esja to SteinnSouth West Iceland6.2 km3 hModerate+575 mOutAndBackEyrarfjall í KjósSouth West Iceland9 km4 hModerate+400 mOutAndBackGrímannsfell HikeSouth West Iceland10 km5 hModerate+480 mOutAndBackHelgafell near HafnarfjörðurSouth West Iceland5.1 km3 hModerate+254 mLoopHelgafell in MosfellsdalurSouth West Iceland5.3 km2 h 30 minModerate+187 mLoopHúsfell HikeSouth West Iceland11 km5 hModerate+215 mOutAndBack Hiking by regionRegion names and counts come directly from place records.East Iceland2High Iceland5North Iceland8South Iceland12South West Iceland17West Fjords3West Iceland4 Easier walks for most visitorsÁlftanes – BessastaðatjörnSouth West Iceland6 km2 hEasy+43 mLoopArnarfell við ÞingvallavatnSouth Iceland3 km1 h 30 minEasy+110 mLoopBakkafjörður Village WalkNorth Iceland30 minEasyLoopLake Botnsvatn LoopNorth Iceland5.4 km1 h 30 minEasyLoopBúrfell and BúrfellsgjáSouth West Iceland4.5 km2 hEasy+87 mLoopDraugafoss Hiking TrailNorth Iceland45 minEasyOutAndBack Day hikesTrails with a recorded duration within one day.Akrafjall LoopWest Iceland14 km6 h 30 minDifficult+600 mLoopÁlftanes – BessastaðatjörnSouth West Iceland6 km2 hEasy+43 mLoopArnarfell við ÞingvallavatnSouth Iceland3 km1 h 30 minEasy+110 mLoopBakkafjörður Village WalkNorth Iceland30 minEasyLoopBláhnúkur HikeHigh Iceland4 km3 hModerate+330 mOutAndBackBotnssúlurWest Iceland12 km6 hDifficult+850 mOutAndBack Highland hiking and mountain hutsHighland trails are selected only when a recorded F-road relationship exists. No trail-to-hut relationship is implied without database data.No places matched this selection.Read the Highlands guide When is the best time to hike?Spring: check snow and closuresSummer: most daylightAutumn: shorter days and variable weatherWinter: specialist gear and experience may be neededBest time to visit Iceland · Weather in Iceland PreparationWeather and hiking safetyChoose a route for your experience and conditions, wear suitable clothing and footwear, and carry food, water and communications appropriate to the trip. Check weather, snow and rivers, leave a travel plan and turn back when conditions demand it.Read about safety in Iceland FAQFrequently asked questionsWhen is the best time to hike in Iceland?Summer generally offers the most daylight, but timing depends on route, elevation, snow and weather. Check the recorded season and current conditions.Are trails marked?Some trails are marked and others are not. Check each trail's information and do not rely on markers alone.Do I need special equipment?Equipment depends on length, elevation, season and conditions. Suitable footwear and weatherproof layers are a baseline; demanding trips may require specialist gear.Can I hike in the Highlands?Yes, when routes, access and conditions permit, but the area is remote and requires careful preparation.What is mountain weather like?It can differ from lower ground and change faster. Check forecasts and warnings and be ready to turn back.Are trails closed in winter?Access may close or become impassable. Confirm openings, access and conditions for each trip.How do I find easier hikes?Use the difficulty and region choices above, then assess distance, elevation and conditions before choosing.WeatherBest timeHighlandsSafety