Waterfall—Coast Loop

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Features Commonly Backpacked · Geological Significance · River/Creek · Spring · Views · Waterfall · Wildflowers · Wildlife

The Snaefellsjökul National Park has a wide variety of trails. Most official routes can be done under two hours, and from the starting point, they are reachable by car.

The park is a paradise for waterfall-lovers, and runners, who enjoy running through volcanic landscapes.

There are dream beaches along the coast with crystal clear blue sea.

Camping Ground in Hellissandur: west.is/en/inspiration/serv…

Snaefellsjökull National Park: west.is/en/inspiration/snae…

Map of Trails: ust.is/library/Skrar/utgefi…

The trail is rocky and along the coast sandy.

I started my run at the camping ground in Hellissandur. First, I followed the main road to the north-west. The trail leads along the beach of the national park.

On the way, you encounter the old "Well of the Irish," a historical attraction. Next to it is the parking area Írskabrunnur.

From there, the route passes a sheltered cove with golden sand and beautiful beaches to take a selfie. There are fishing relics at Öndverðarnes. You encounter many birds, and it is possible to spot whales.

Take the route in the south back to the road 579.

A lot of Seagulls along the coast.

The Well of the Irish and fishing relics.