Laufavatn

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Distance from Reykjavík:

160km

Season:

When the road opens - September 1st

Average size:

Half pound

Number of rods:

Unlimited

Tackle:

Fly, spinners, bait

Fishing equipment:

The best flies:

Lodging:

Accessability:

Easy, 4x4 needed

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Laufavatn is a small lake in Rangárvallaafréttir by the foothill of Laufafell mountain in the south-central Highlands of Iceland.
It sits at 530m above sea level and is about 1.12 km² in size.  The lake is by the so-called Fjallabaksleið syðri (F-210) road. Easy access is to the lake provided you have a 4×4 as the F-210 is a gravel road.

In Laufavatn you’ll find vast numbers of Arctic Char, mostly small sizes but great fun in spectacular Highland surroundings.

The lake is opened when the F210 road opens and closes on September 1st.  Road status can be seen here:  https://www.vegagerdin.is/ferdaupplysingar/faerd-og-vedur/sudurland-faerd-kort/

Accommodations are available close by in mountain huts and campgrounds. information can be seen here: https://www.fi.is/is/skalar/skalar-ferdafelags-islands/alftavatn

Fish Partner Members clubs members enjoy unlimited access to Laufavatn

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Fishing with a child on a scenic lakeshore in Iceland, colorful outdoor gear, mountain landscape, peaceful fishing environment.
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Tranquil Icelandic landscape with mountains, lake, and partly snow-covered peaks.
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Serene Icelandic landscape with a child sitting by a tranquil lake surrounded by mountains and snow patches.
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Serene mountain lake with clear water and scenic landscape, perfect for fishing and outdoor activities.

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