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The Perfectionist Guide to Ísafjörður
The capital of the western fjords! This guide will provide meticulous details on hikes, food, stays and adventures!
Zak Goldstein
Jun 21, 20242 min read


Bolungarvik Hikes: Gonguskar Loop
A hearty all-day hike looping around Lambamúli mountain and back to town on route 630, with unique land formations, waterfalls and rivers.
Zak Goldstein
Apr 28, 20243 min read


Ísafjörður Hikes: To Hnifsdalur
This trail is beautiful with a great view at the top of both towns and everything else around them. Some steeps parts to consider too.
Zak Goldstein
Apr 28, 20244 min read


Bolungarvik Hikes: From Suðureyri Fjord
The walk to the trailhead in the Suðureyri fjord was worth the hike alone. A hearty Bolungarvik trail with sheep on the shores and a clear path down.
Zak Goldstein
Apr 28, 20245 min read


Ísafjörður Hikes: Tungudalur - Botnsheii Loop
A quick, easy loop hike from a waterfall and forest, following a river through a network of ski lifts to an empty shack in the middle of nowhere.
Zak Goldstein
Apr 28, 20243 min read


Ísafjörður Hikes: Háafell Loop
Many lakes up in the highlands, and for some reason a shed for each of them. This hike explores the network of trails south of Ísafjörður.
Zak Goldstein
Apr 28, 20245 min read


The Perfectionist's Guide to Iceland
The important details needed when planning a trip to Iceland. How to travel to remote regions or prepare for northern lights.
Zak Goldstein
Feb 19, 20245 min read


Ísafjörður Hikes: Abandoned Highway
The old road between Ísafjörður and Bolungarvik of Iceland is an isolated peaceful walk that has seen its ware and tear over the years.
Zak Goldstein
Dec 19, 20233 min read


Iceland Islands: Flatey
A tiny Icelandic island on the west coast. The populations doubles during tourist season when the hotel & restaurant open.
Linnea
May 4, 20233 min read


Þórsmörk Hikes (Part 3): Nauthúsagil, Eyjafjallajökull and Stakkholtsgjá
Three tiny hikes on the way back from Þórsmörk along F249: a canyon, a grove and the volcano Eyjafjallajökull. Nothing but prettiness.
Zak Goldstein
May 1, 20233 min read


Þórsmörk Hikes (Part 2): The Húsadalur - Merkurrani Loop
A hike in the greenest part of Iceland that covers two loops, two camps, multiple peaks, canyons and the stunning views of Þórsmörk.
Zak Goldstein
Apr 30, 20232 min read


Þórsmörk Hikes (Part 1): Básar Trail
Hike Básar, the area south of Þórsmörk: a landscape shaped by volcanoes and glaciers, gorgeous at every turn. A hike that changed our lives.
Zak Goldstein
Apr 29, 20232 min read


Staying in Þórsmörk: Básar, Húsadalur and Dealing with Krossá
The most beautiful land in Iceland, green and scenic. Þórsmörk has many hikes and places to stay.
Zak Goldstein
Apr 21, 20233 min read


Iceland Hikes: Glymur through the Years
Glymur hike over many years. Getting over Botnsá river and enjoying the view
Zak Goldstein
Apr 21, 20233 min read
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