Places to stay
May I camp anywhere in Iceland?
The simple answer is NO. There are various things to keep in mind when planning to camp outside organised campsites. In November 2015, new conservation legislation came into effect making changes to where it is permissible to camp. For instance, it is now illegal to spend the night in tent trailers, tent campers, caravans, camper vans or similar, outside organised campsites or urban areas unless the land owner or rightholder has given their permission.
Otherwise, the law lays down the following rules for camping. - The Environment Agency of Iceland -
Otherwise, the law lays down the following rules for camping. - The Environment Agency of Iceland -