Skjól Campsite
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About Skjól Campsite
Skjól is a campsite and bistro at Kjóastaðir on Route 35 in South Iceland, right on the Golden Circle between the Geysir geothermal area, about 8 km away, and Gullfoss waterfall, about 9 km away. That position makes it one of the most convenient places to camp if you want to see Geysir and Gullfoss early in the morning or late in the evening, before or after the day-tour buses.
The campsite is a flat, grassy field for tents, campervans and motorhomes, with 17 electric hook-ups. Facilities are simple, with showers in the service house but no self-catering kitchen, so bring your own stove or eat at the Skjól Bistro, which serves simple meals, snacks and drinks. The bistro kitchen is open from 12:00 to 20:00.
Camping costs 2,000 ISK per adult (18 and over) per night, and children stay free. Showers cost 500 ISK extra, and the electricity price is not published, so ask at check-in. No reservations are needed or taken: simply arrive and check in at the bistro. The campsite is open all year, 24 hours a day.
Summer is the easiest season to camp, with long light evenings for visiting Gullfoss and Geysir. In winter the site stays open, but Route 35 can be icy and windy, so check road conditions and the weather forecast before you set out. Faxi waterfall is another short drive away.
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How much does it cost to camp at Skjól?
Adults pay 2,000 ISK per night, children stay free, and showers cost 500 ISK extra.
Do I need to book Skjól campsite?
No, the campsite does not take reservations; you check in at the bistro when you arrive.
Is Skjól campsite open in winter?
Yes, Skjól is open all year, 24 hours a day, but check road conditions on Route 35 in winter.
How far is Skjól from Geysir and Gullfoss?
Skjól is about 8 km from Geysir and about 9 km from Gullfoss.
Does Skjól campsite have a kitchen?
No, there is no self-catering kitchen, but the on-site bistro serves meals and snacks from 12:00 to 20:00.
Does Skjól have electricity for campervans?
Yes, there are 17 electric hook-ups for campervans and motorhomes.
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