Geysir and Strokkur
Haukadalur, Iceland
A geothermal field where Strokkur erupts every few minutes to around 20 m, beside the mostly dormant Great Geysir. There is a large car park across route 35; keep to the paths, as the water is boiling.
The Geysir geothermal area in the Haukadalur valley in south-west Iceland lies at about 110 m above sea level on the eastern slopes of Laugarfjall and is part of the Golden Circle. The Great Geysir gave its name to all geysers: the word comes from an Icelandic verb meaning ‘to gush forth’, is recorded in writing from 1647, and the springs were already mentioned in a chronicle of 1294. Eruptions of up to about 60 m were typical, but since 1916 it has rarely been active; an earthquake in 2000 brought it back to 122 m for two days.
More reliable is Strokkur, about 50 m away: it usually erupts every 6 to 10 minutes, typically 15 to 20 m high and occasionally up to 40 m. It was first described in 1789 after an earthquake, ceased around 1900 and was cleared by locals in 1963. In all there are about thirty smaller geysers and hot pools. Access is free and possible at any time; a hotel, restaurants and a campsite are close by. Keep to the paths, as the springs are hot.
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- Haukadalur, Iceland
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- 64.3104, -20.3024
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
Cold, short days in October–April. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Iceland: No motorway tolls for cars. Many roads are gravel; F-roads need a 4×4. Motorway limit for cars: 90 km/h.
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- Tjaldsvæðið við GeysiCampsite0 km from Geysir and StrokkurTentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersWi-Fi
- SkjólCampsite3 km from Geysir and StrokkurTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
- Tjaldsvæði ÚthlíðCampsite8 km from Geysir and StrokkurTentsCaravansShowersToilets
- Tjaldmiðstöðin FlúðumCampsite19 km from Geysir and StrokkurShowersWi-Fi
- Tjaldmiðstöðin á FlúðumMotorhome stopover19 km from Geysir and StrokkurMotorhomesElectricityWaste disposalWi-Fi
- LaugarvatnCampsite23 km from Geysir and StrokkurTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
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FAQs
Where is Geysir and Strokkur?
Geysir and Strokkur is in Haukadalur, Iceland, at GPS 64.3104, -20.3024. It is about 23 km from Laugarvatn.
Can you camp near Geysir and Strokkur?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Tjaldsvæðið við Geysi, about 0 km away; within 25 km there are 9 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Geysir and Strokkur?
Geysir and Strokkur is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Iceland’s Golden Circle: Þingvellir, Geysir and Gullfoss.
What is there to see near Geysir and Strokkur?
Places worth a stop nearby: Gullfoss (9 km), Skálholt (23 km), Þingvellir (40 km) and Kerið (41 km).
When is the best time to visit Geysir and Strokkur?
Cold, short days in October–April. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)