Natural Pool
Landmannalaugar
A natural bathing pool surrounded by rhyolite mountains and lava in Iceland’s Highlands.
Check admissionVaries by route
THE GEOSOAKS GUIDES · 7 PLACES
Hot springs & natural pools in Iceland
Closer to the elements.
Simple pools and a warm river offer a different kind of soak. Use the access notes to judge the walk and setting; a natural location does not automatically mean free entry or safe access.
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Highlands
1 placeNorth Iceland
1 place
Natural Pool
Grettislaug & Jarlslaug
Two stone-lined geothermal pools at Reykir, with views over Skagafjörður toward Drangey.
Paid entryShort walk on uneven ground
South Iceland
2 places
Natural Pool
Hrunalaug
Small geothermal pools on a family-owned farm near Flúðir.
Paid entryShort walk on uneven ground
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Hot River
Reykjadalur Hot River
Follow the trail from Hveragerði into a steaming valley, where a warm river runs between green hills.
Free entryAbout 3.5 km each way
West Iceland
1 place
Natural Pool
Guðrúnarlaug
A small, stone-lined geothermal pool in Sælingsdalur, connected to the stories of Guðrún Ósvífursdóttir.
Check admissionShort walk on uneven ground
Westfjords
2 places
Natural Pool
Drangsnes Hot Pots
Geothermally heated hot pots along the village shoreline, looking across Steingrímsfjörður.
Free entryShort walk on uneven ground
Natural Pool
Hellulaug
A small stone-lined warm pool tucked below the road beside Vatnsfjörður.
Check admissionShort walk on uneven ground
Before you choose
Where can I find free hot-spring bathing in Iceland?
The current collection records free bathing at Reykjadalur Hot River and Drangsnes Hot Pots. Reykjadalur parking may be charged separately. An unknown admission price is not treated as free; confirm current arrangements at the source.
Which hot spring requires a hike?
Reykjadalur is listed with a moderate hike of around 3 km each way from the trailhead. Weather, ice and closures can prevent access. Review the destination notes and current local conditions before setting out.
Can I bathe in any hot spring I find?
Only use designated bathing areas. Nearby geothermal springs and ground can be dangerously hot. Respect closures, private land and marked paths, and check the linked operator or tourism source before visiting.
Information is drawn from the operator and regional tourism sources linked on each destination. Confirm prices, entry rules and conditions before visiting. Before you go.