Kvíslaveita

Fishing in the Highland Desert

Kvíslarveita consists of three lakes and reservoirs connected by a series of streams, creeks, and channels. It was mainly formed in the years 1980-84. Most of the lakes are glacier milky in color but the best fishing is usually where clear streams run into them. All bait, flies, and spinners are permitted.

Distance from Reykjavík:

220km

Season:

Ice off to Ice on

Average size:

2-3 pounds

Number of rods:

10

Tackle:

Fly, Spinners, bait

Fishing equipment:

Single handed #4-6,

The best flies:

Streamers nymphs

Lodging:

Options available

Accessability:

Mixed

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Accessability

  • Easy – Very little hiking required, easy for every one.
  • Modrate – Some hiking required.
  • Hard – Strenuous hiking require, good physical conditions required.
  • Mixed – Some easy access areas and others that require hiking.