HIGHLANDS
Laugarfell
Remote Highland base beneath Snæfell with hiking routes, accommodation and geothermal bathing pools.
NatureHikingScenery
About Laugarfell
Laugarfell sits deep in the eastern Highlands near Snæfell and provides a useful base for exploring this remote part of Vatnajökull National Park. The area is known for its natural hot pools and marked hiking routes, including a popular waterfall circuit.
Our practical tips
✓Laugarfell works best as a base rather than a quick detour from the Ring Road.
✓Combine the hot pools with one of the marked hikes.
✓Check Highland road conditions immediately before travelling.
Getting there and visiting
Access
Highland roads leading to Laugarfell are seasonal. Check current road opening and conditions before travelling.