📜 Geothermal area in Iceland's Central Highlands, part of the Kerlingarfjöll mountain range.
🔍 Features fumaroles, hot mud pools, blue lagoons, and sulfur-colored rocks.
✨ Striking geothermal landscapes with active hot springs and steaming vents.
🎨 Vividly colored rhyolite mountains and a constantly changing, dynamic scenery.
📸 Excellent for photography due to strong color contrasts and rising steam.
🤫 Remote location offers a quieter, more expansive experience than popular spots.
🚶♀️ Clearly marked paths and steps make hiking accessible for various levels.
⚠️ Requires a 4x4 vehicle; F-roads are unpaved, rough, and may include small stream crossings.
⚠️ Only accessible seasonally, typically from late June to mid-September.
⚠️ Hiking involves moderate difficulty with steep stairs, uneven terrain, and slippery clay.
⚠️ No toilets or services available in the valley or at the closest parking lot.
⚠️ Bathing is strictly prohibited due to boiling water temperatures and protected status.
⚠️ Mobile signal is very limited or unavailable in the valley and on trails.
💡 Always check weather and road conditions before your trip.
⛽ Carry a full tank of gas and your own food, as services are scarce in the highlands.
🥾 Wear water-resistant hiking boots with good tread and dress in layers for volatile weather.
🛑 Be cautious where you step; water can be extremely hot, and there are steep drop-offs.
🕒 Open seasonally, generally from late June to mid-September.
Closest parking is Keis Parking Lot; an alternative is the Highland Base with a longer hike.
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