Akureyri - Hamrar, Kjarnaskógur Camping Ground

Hamrar is a peaceful campground by the forest Kjarnaskógur, at the southern end of Akureyri. The camping is well equipped with excellent facilities, playgrounds, and great hiking trails.

The camping is divided into 16 grass areas, surrounded by trees, that extend to 3-4000 m2. Prices: Lodging tax 450 isk Accommodation 1 night per person: 2450 isk. Senior citizens and disabled persons: 2000 isk. Electricity 1 night 1500 isk. Laundry machine: 1000 isk. Dryer: 1000 isk.

Opening hoursThe campground is open all year round. Full service with camp warden 24/7 is from May 15th to October 1st.

In the low season, the camp warden can be found (if not on site) at phone (+354) 461 2260 or mobile (+354) 863 0725, and you can also find additional information online: www.hamrar.is or do your payment at reisa.is/hamrar/ Facilities Wheelchair access: There is wheelchair access in two of our service huts with toilets, showers, and lavatories. Also have disabled access to special areas with access to electricity.

Restrooms:In Hamrar we have 7 WC huts completing a total of 40 WCs. In five of them there is hot and cold water for the sinks. All the huts are provided with drinking water. In peak season, we increase the number of restrooms in the camp ground.

Showers:There are 4 shower huts open 24/7 with a total of 15 showers and the number increases in the peak season.

Camper lavatory disposal:There are 3 camper lavatory disposals and water refill in Hamrar.

Kitchen and lounge:At the entrance of the campground there is the service house, where you can find a kitchen, dining and living room. There is TV, computer, and electricity outlets. You can also find tourist information brochures.

Washing machine and dryer:The area has access to a washing machine and tumble dyer 24/7 Power: There is access to electricity (with a fee) on all the camping areas. To access it, you need an adapter, that can be purchased at the camp warden hut.

Entertainment on site:There are 2 children playgrounds, and a water pond playground. There is a frisbee golf ground, giant football, minigolf and water skate hire.

Camp wardens:Camp wardens can provide all the information and help you need regarding the campground. They are available from 7am to 12pm daily on peak season. If they are not at the gate warden hut, they can be reached at (+354) 8630725.