Varmahlíð Camping Ground

Varmahlíð Campground is a peaceful and cozy campsite, located in a protected forest area on the southern slope of Reykjarhóll. A service house is available at the campsite with toilets, hot and cold water, a shower, and a washer and a dryer. Electricity is also available. A large trampoline for children is at the campsite.

There is a short distance to many activities. There are two football fields next to the camp site and the swimming pool is within walking distance. The swimming pool is a divided outdoor pool, a lap pool and a warmer children's pool with water slides, hot tub, and sauna.

Easy walking trails are around the forest and neighborhood, and for the more experienced you can hike up Mælifellshnjúkur, Tindastóll or Glóðafeykir. Museums, churches and places of historical interest and importance are located nearby, and for the more adventurous; horseback riding, horse shows, river rafting and paintball operators are within a walking distance.

In Varmahlíð you will find all the practical services, including Tourist Information Centre, restaurant, supermarket, and a gas station. 

The campsites in Sauðárkrókur, Hofsós, Varmahlíð and Hólar are in collaboration. It is possible to stay the first night at one of these camp sites and pay less during the next night at the other camp sites. It is necessary to provide a receipt from the first camp site.

The campsite is open during the summer months from mid-May until mid-September.