Fodor's Expert Review Holuhraun

A relatively new addition to the desolate heart of Iceland’s northern interior, the Holuhraun lava field is the result of a six-month-long volcanic event that began in August 2014. By the time it was over it had produced Iceland’s most significant lava flow in over 200 years, with the 1,600-meter-long fissure spewing out enough lava to completely cover 85 square km (33 square miles). A marked trail leads through a small section of the lava field on the northern edge close to the parking area. The new lava is particularly sharp, so wear hiking boots (not sneakers) and be careful. To reach Holuhraun follow the F910 south of Askja. Stop at the rangers’ station at Drekagil first for safety information and more detailed directions.