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South Ascent and Descent of Hverfjall Crater

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South Ascent and Descent of Hverfjall Crater

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South Ascent and Descent of Hverfjall Crater

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Mývatn og Laxá

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    June 11, 2024

    Hiking

    Coming from the Dimmuborgir terrain, the southern slope is the most logical, but also the most challenging.
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    September 14, 2023

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    It's better to use the north trail because the parking lot is right there. The south trail is incredibly steep, rocky and you can almost throw your shoes in the trash afterwards.
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    September 13, 2024

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    Challenging, but definitely doable in good weather! We used the south slope as the ascent. There are well-anchored poles and ropes that you can hold on to. Be careful on windy days, it can get very stormy up there!
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    3. Hverfjall Ascent Trail – Hverfjall Trailhead loop from Reykjahlíð

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