Highland & F-roads
When highland roads open and what vehicle is needed
F-roads are for 4x4 vehicles only. Driving a 2WD on an F-road is illegal and voids your insurance. Roads don't open until June–July.
F35 (Kjölur)
Open: June–Sept
Vehicle: 4x4 required
Note: Connects south and north, ~200 km
F26 (Sprengisandur)
Open: June–Sept
Vehicle: 4x4 required
Note: Difficult, river crossings, remote
F88 (Askja)
Open: June–Sept
Vehicle: 4x4, large vehicle
Note: Many river crossings
F208 (Fagurhólsmýrarfjall)
Open: June–Sept
Vehicle: 4x4 required
Note: Connects south coast and Skaftafell
F910 (Axarfjörður)
Open: June–Sept
Vehicle: 4x4 required
Note: Connects northeast
Check Road Administration
The Road Administration site (road.is) shows real-time conditions on all roads. Don't trust GPS — some roads are closed even if GPS says otherwise.
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