Þórsmörk — Langidalur Campground
Langidalur sits at the heart of Þórsmörk Nature Reserve, one of Iceland’s most dramatic glacial valley systems. Run by Ferðafélag Íslands (FÍ), it’s the definitive end-point camp for hikers and overlanders finishing the Laugavegur traverse. Expect a proper hut, tent platforms, toilets, hot showers, and a cooking area — by Icelandic Highland standards, this is well-equipped. It gets busy mid-July through August; book hut space well in advance but tent pitches are generally available if you show up. Fire restrictions are total — open fires prohibited anywhere in Þórsmörk.
Access requires crossing multiple glacial rivers — the Þórsmörk approach road is strictly for modified high-clearance 4WD with snorkel or very capable suspension. River levels fluctuate daily with meltwater. Purpose-built highland buses (Rift Valley bus service) also serve the camp. Best season is late June to mid-September. Snow can linger into July on surrounding ridges.
Laugavegur's glacial valley finish line.
Place Details
| Type | Established Campground |
|---|---|
| Street address | 9CM2MFJM+X3 Get directions → |
| Elevation (ft) | 1060 ft |
| Nearest town | Hvolsvöllur, Iceland |
| Miles from pavement | 22 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | Modified 4WD |
| Access road surface | Rough dirt |
| Cell service | Spotty |
| Reservation required | Yes — Reservation site |
| Best season | Late June–September |
| Land manager | Other |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Drinking water, Showers, Toilets, Trash service |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |