Arnarstapi Campsite is a seasonal campground on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula in western Iceland, located in the coastal village of Arnarstapi. It’s open from late May through September and provides a scenic base for exploring the dramatic coastline and nearby Snæfellsjökull National Park.

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Facilities

The campsite offers practical amenities for a summer stay:

• Toilets and showers (showers typically cost extra).
• Electricity hookups available for tents and camper vans.
• Waste disposal and water access on site.
• Booking and check-in is handled through the nearby reception (often at the associated restaurant/hotel area).

The site is set beneath Stapafell Mountain with views over the ocean and lava fields, and it’s within easy reach of walking trails and coastal scenery.

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Location & Surroundings

Arnarstapi Campsite sits close to the village centre, where you’ll find cafés, a restaurant, and local services within walking distance.  From the campground you can easily access the famous coastal trail between Arnarstapi and Hellnar, known for sea stacks, basalt formations, and ocean views.

The Snæfellsjökull area around the site offers hiking, dramatic lava landscapes, and dramatic shoreline scenery — making this campground a reliable and scenic stop for campers exploring the Snæfellsnes Peninsula.