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Vatnshorn Forest Nature Reserve protects natural birch woodland in Skorradalur in West Iceland. Located beside Skorradalsvatn, the area was protected in 2009 in order to preserve the woodland, its understory vegetation and associated ecosystems.
The reserve covers approximately 2.5 km². Its birch woodland and varied vegetation create a distinctive natural environment compared with many of the more open landscapes found elsewhere in West Iceland.
Vatnshorn Forest is an interesting stop for visitors travelling through West Iceland who want to experience peaceful woodland scenery. Another protected forest in the wider region is Húsafell Forest Nature Reserve.
Visitors should take particular care around trees and understory vegetation and use existing paths where available.
The purpose of protection is to conserve the natural woodland and ecosystems of Vatnshornsskógur in Skorradalur.
Vatnshornsskógur is a protected birch woodland near Lake Skorradalsvatn with diverse vegetation.
Visitors should protect trees, ground vegetation and natural habitats.
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Vatnshorn Forest Nature Reserve
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