Laugarfell

Laugarfell is a mountain hut on the highland edge west of Fljotsdalur, near the Karahnjukar road, with two hot pools built beside it fed by a natural spring. It sits at around 500 metres in open country between the Snaefell area and the Jokulsa valleys, so the surroundings are moss, rock and long views rather than anything dramatic close by, and the wild reindeer herds range across this ground in summer. Walking routes lead from the hut, including one to the waterfall at Faskrudarfoss. The hut takes guests in summer with beds and meals arranged in advance, and day visitors can use the pools.

What you'll find

• Two spring-fed pools - built beside the hut on open ground.
• Reindeer country - the eastern herds range across this ground.
• Long highland views - moss and rock rather than close scenery.
• Walking routes from the door - including to Faskrudarfoss.

When to go

June to September; the road and the hut are seasonal. Half a day.

What to expect

The road is gravel and rough in places. The pools are simple and small, with basic changing facilities. Beds and meals must be arranged ahead. There is no shop, fuel or reliable signal.

Nearby

Snaefell is south; Karahnjukar and the dam road are west.