Einkunnir: Wetland and Woodland Walks Near Borgarnes
Einkunnir is a country park in Borgarbyggð, near Borgarnes in West Iceland. Its woodland paths pass wetlands and rocky outcrops. Visit West Iceland describes a protected area of 270 hectares, managed for recreation and landscape conservation.
Choose a walk from the park entrance
The regional tourism authority lists a 5.2 km walk with 70 metres of elevation gain. It starts at the forestry parking area, reached from Route 1 via the road identified as 536/3. Information boards there introduce the wildlife and walking routes.
The route combines grass, loose material and small stones, with steps in places. Some paths accommodate wheelchairs and pushchairs, but many are narrow or sloping. Choose a suitable section at the entrance; the whole route should not be treated as step-free. There is no trail lighting.
Wetlands, rock outcrops and a longer connection
The three groups of rocks rising above the marshland give the park its shape. A viewing platform at Syðri-Einkunnir looks across Mýrar and Borgarfjörður. Álatjörn pond and the woodland offer lower-level walking, while the slopes provide a more demanding option.
A connecting path leads toward Borg á Mýrum. Treat that as a separate route choice, rather than assuming every trail returns to the same parking area. Check the route boards before setting off.
Keep the wetland edges intact
Follow marked paths, leave wildlife undisturbed and take litter away. Fires in vegetated areas and driving off-road are prohibited by the published visitor guidance. The park’s protected status covers its wetlands and geological formations as well as its recreational use.
Winter ice and snow can change the suitability of individual paths. Allow daylight for your return and use the conditions on site to choose between a lowland walk and the slopes.
Planning help
Forest visit questions
Quick answers with safety notes where it matters.
Where is Einkunnir?
In Borgarbyggð near Borgarnes, West Iceland. The walking-route entrance is reached from Route 1 via road 536/3.
How long is the published walk?
Visit West Iceland lists a 5.2 km route with 70 metres of elevation gain. Other paths and a connection to Borg á Mýrum provide different route choices.
Is the entire route wheelchair accessible?
No. Some sections accommodate wheelchairs and pushchairs, but the route also includes narrow paths, inclines and steps. Choose a suitable section using the information at the entrance.
Country reference: Iceland statistics.