Eastern Region (Iceland) · Hiking

Hallormsstaðaháls

A 2.2-mile point-to-point route in Eastern Region, Iceland.

2.2 mi
one way
964 ft
climb
1,442 ft
high point
Point to point
route

Hallormsstaðaháls is a 2.2-mile point-to-point route in Eastern Region, Iceland. It runs between about 770 ft and 1,440 ft above sea level, with roughly 960 ft of climbing one way. It is a well-made walking path, fine for most hikers. It is mapped as a named hiking route, with the sections joined into one trail here. The nearest town is Egilsstaðir, about 14 miles southwest of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Hólar and Sandhólar. Lambafoss and Ljósáfoss are within about 3 miles. For camping, Höfðavík and Camping Mjóanes are within about 6 miles. There are 10 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the route shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trails, access rules and conditions change, so check locally before you go.

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