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 trailAllFjallabakHálendiðHöfuðborgarsvæðiðLandmannalaugarNorðurland vestraReykjanesSuðurlandSuðurnesSuðvesturlandVestfirðirVesturlandEasyModerateLoopOutAndBackPointToPointAlmenningshnakkiNorðurland vestra16 km+880 mOutAndBackArnfinnsfjallNorðurland vestra6 km+820 mOutAndBackBotnaleið – Fljót til SiglufjarðarNorðurland vestra8 km+700 mPointToPointBotnaleið – Siglufjörður til ÓlafsfjarðarNorðurland vestra19 km+630 mPointToPointDalaleið – Úlfsdalir til AlmenningaNorðurland vestra+500 mPointToPointGengið milli bæja í HéðinsfirðiNorðurland vestra16.5 km+0 mPointToPointHamarshyrna – MiðhyrnaNorðurland vestra9.5 km+880 mHéðinsfjörður til Ólafsfjarðar – RauðskörðNorðurland vestra13.5 kmPointToPoint Hiking by regionRegion names and counts come directly from place records.Fjallabak2Hálendið2Höfuðborgarsvæðið30Landmannalaugar5Norðurland vestra24Reykjanes1Suðurland21Suðurnes5Suðvesturland1Vestfirðir2Vesturland5 Easier walks for most visitorsBúrfell and BúrfellsgjáHöfuðborgarsvæðið4.5 km2 h+87 mLaugahraun LoopLandmannalaugar5 km2 hEasyLoopMosfell HikeHöfuðborgarsvæðið4 km2 h+214 mLoopReykjadalur from HveragerðiSuðurland8 km+330 mOutAndBack Day hikesTrails with a recorded duration within one day.Alfaravegurinn gamliHöfuðborgarsvæðið5 km2 hPointToPointÁlftanes – BessastaðatjörnHöfuðborgarsvæðið6 km2 h+43 mLoopAlmenningsvegurinnHöfuðborgarsvæðið7.5 km3 hPointToPointÁrnakrókshringurHöfuðborgarsvæðið4.8 km2 hLoopBláhnúkur HikeLandmannalaugar4 km3 h+330 mOutAndBackBorgarhólahringurHöfuðborgarsvæðið14 km6 hLoop 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