Skaftafellsheiði

Vatnajökulsþjóðgarður, Ísland

9.4 miles (15.1 km) · 2,318 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Skaftafellsheiði is a 9.4-mile loop route in Vatnajökulsþjóðgarður, Ísland, gaining 2,318 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 4 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 4.5 miles gaining 2,107 feet at an average 8.5% grade. About 45% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a descent.