B3 Kerlingardalur

B3 Kerlingardalur is an out-and-back cross-country ski trail in Southern Region, Iceland, inside Bláfjallafólkvangur. It is 3.3 miles each way, 6.6 miles there and back. It runs between about 1,870 ft and 1,960 ft above sea level, with roughly 450 ft of climbing one way. It is mapped as a moderate route. It is groomed for classic and skate skiing. The nearest town is Þorlákshöfn, about 11 miles northwest of the start. Peaks within about 3 miles include Heiðartoppur, Kerlingarhnúkur and Bláfjallahorn. There are 6 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the trail shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Grooming and snow conditions change daily, so check the local trail report before you go.