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Kópasker

The camp site in the village Kópasker is located by the entrance to the village. The facilities er good and many walking paths close by.


Services available

  • Pets allowed on a leash
  • Cold water
  • Toilets
  • Hot water

Description of facilities

The camp site at Kópasker is just by the entrance into the village. The service house has two sinks, shower and a toilet and is very visible from the road. The camp site is below and is sheltered from wind from all directions except the south.

The camp site has a coal barbeque, electricity and an area to hang clothes out to dry. There are also picnic tables.

In the village Kópasker there is a health care, a pharmacy, a bank, a store, a wine store and a mecanic. You will also find a museum just outside the village. Also a 9 hole golf course, playground and much more. Many nice walking paths are nearby and visible on a map on the camp site. When the weather is good there are seals lying on the shore and you will also find alot of bird life in and around the village. At Kópasker is store and restaurant Skerjakolla. Website: https://www.facebook.com/budinaskerinu.skerjakolla.

* There are few electrical connections in the area and access to electricity cannot be guaranteed.
* Access for caravans to the grass area is difficult, but it is possible to park on the paved level next to the grass area

Nestled peacefully on the edge of the Arctic Ocean, Kópasker is a quiet and charming village that offers a unique blend of tranquility, untouched nature, and authentic Icelandic hospitality. The area is a true hidden gem for travelers seeking serenity and natural beauty far from the crowds.

Here you’ll be surrounded by dramatic landscapes — rugged coastlines, volcanic rock formations, vast open skies, and migrating birdlife, all just a step away from your tent or camper. Nearby, you can explore the Jökulsárgljúfur canyon, walk through the mystical Ásbyrgi cliffs, or experience the raw power of Dettifoss, Europe’s most powerful waterfall.

For those who love peaceful walks, photography, or birdwatching, Kópasker is a quiet paradise. And on a clear night, the sky transforms into a canvas of stars — and with a bit of luck, the Northern Lights might dance above your head.


Price

Rates 2025

Adults : 2.000 ISK per night.
Electricity: 1.500 kr pr day
Lodging tax 400 ISK

Guests with valid camping cards only pay the electricity fee (if needed) and the lodging tax