Hard hike. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: February 26, 2026

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A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 2.47 km for 127 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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140 m

Studlafoss Waterfall

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A small basalt waterfall on the way to the canyon.

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2.04 km

Stuðlagil Canyon

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Very beautiful canyon. To be on your own you should get there early. West side!

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2.53 km

Stuðlagil Canyon

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Until a few years ago, this canyon was completely flooded, so that the characteristic basalt columns were below the water surface of the glacial river Jökla. But a large dam …

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2.62 km

Stuðlagil Gorge

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2.63 km

Stuðlagil Basalt Canyon

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Take off-road 923, park on Klaustursel farm, cross the footbridge and walk for 5 km. Don't go to Grund farm on the west rim because there's no way to climb down from there.

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5.06 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.56 km

1.38 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.55 km

1.38 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

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Monday 9 March

2°C

-8°C

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