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Austari-Jökulsá is one of the two main rivers of Skagafjörður. It originates from Hofsjökull glacier and flows north toward the sea east of Hegranes.
The river joins Vestari-Jökulsá near Tunguháls, forming the river system known as Héraðsvötn.
For a broader journey through the region, this stop can be combined with places such as Hljóðaklettar and Hraundrangi. Access, weather and local conditions can vary during the year, so current information should be checked when planning a visit.
Austari-Jökulsá is a powerful glacial river in Skagafjörður and is well known for challenging white-water rafting.
East Jökulsá
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