Fodor's Expert Review Snæfell

Dubbed the king of all mountains in Iceland, Snæfell, which translates as “snow mountain,” is Iceland's highest peak not sitting under a glacier, with a summit reaching 1,833 meters (6,014 feet). While its status as a “probably extinct” volcano is still a topic for debate, no one disputes its beauty. Those visiting Snæfell, which is part of Vatnajökull National Park, may encounter wild reindeer who have made the deserted expanses around the mountain their primary habitat. The route to the rangers' hut at the base of the mountain is accessible only by vehicles with 4WD.