Mosskogar Camping
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About Mosskogar Camping
Mosskogar camping is a campsite on a family-run organic farm in Mosfellsdalur, a green valley above the town of Mosfellsbær about 17 kilometers from central Reykjavík. The Icelandic name is Mosskógar, and the pitches sit beside vegetable beds and a tree nursery, with a greenhouse as the cooking area.
It is quieter than camping in the city, yet downtown is still around 20 minutes away by car. Tents, caravans and campervans share sheltered grass pitches, and there are toilets, showers, electricity and laundry. The greenhouse doubles as a lounge with stove tops and dishes, which feels like a small luxury on a wet evening.
Location is the main selling point. Route 36 runs up the valley toward Þingvellir, so Mosskógar works well as a first or last night of a Golden Circle or Ring Road trip, and the Mount Esja trailhead is about ten minutes away. Lágafellslaug pool and the shops in Mosfellsbær are close for supplies.
The campsite does not publish its prices or opening dates. Contact it directly before you arrive to confirm rates and that it is open, especially in spring, late fall or winter.
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Where is Mosskogar camping?
It is in Mosfellsdalur, the valley above Mosfellsbær, about 17 kilometers from central Reykjavík on Route 36 toward Þingvellir.
When is Mosskógar campsite open?
Opening dates are not officially published. Contact the campsite before you go, particularly outside summer.
What facilities does Mosskógar have?
There are toilets, showers, electricity, laundry and a greenhouse that serves as a cooking area and lounge.
How much does it cost to camp at Mosskógar?
Prices are not published. Contact the campsite directly for current rates before you arrive.
Is Mosskógar a good base for the Golden Circle?
Yes. Route 36 runs through Mosfellsdalur toward Þingvellir, so it suits a first or last night of a Golden Circle trip.
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