Sænautavatn

Location and Fishing Hours

• Coordinates: 65° 15.826'N, 15° 30.987'W
• Daily Fishing Hours: Allowed at all hours of the day
• Fishing Season: May 1st to September 30th

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Sænautavatn - A Jewel in Jökuldalsheiði

Located on Jökuldalsheiði, near Sænautasel, Sænautavatn offers a splendid fishing experience.

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Getting There from Reykjavík and Nearby Settlements

The lake is approximately 600 km from Reykjavík, 74 km from Egilsstaðir, and 13 km from the main road.

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About the Lake

• Depth: The lake has a deep trench in the middle, reaching a depth of 24 m.
• River Outflow: Lónskvísl flows from the lake, eventually joining Hofsá in Vopnafjörður.

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Day Licenses

Individual day licenses can be purchased for Sænautavatn.

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Fishing Area

Fishing is permitted throughout the lake.

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Accommodation

Access to tent sites is available for purchase. Additionally, accommodation can be arranged at Skjöldólfsstaðir (about 20 km away) or Aðalból, the easternmost village in Hrafnkelsdalur.

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Fish Variety: Abundant Arctic Char

Sænautavatn is home to plentiful Arctic char, ranging from small to larger sizes. The lake's unique topography, where shallows and depths meet, provides an ideal environment for fishing. Fishing is particularly successful during the twilight hours.

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Bait Options: Fly, Worm, and Spinner

Permitted bait includes fly, worm, and spinner.

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Best Fishing Times: Consistently Good, Especially in May and June

Fishing is consistently good throughout the season, with increased activity generally observed in May and June.

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Rules and Regulations

• Littering is strongly discouraged, and off-road driving is strictly prohibited.
• Fishing cardholders must register at Sænautasel and present both the Fishing Card and valid identification.
• Children under 14 years old can fish for free under the supervision of cardholders.

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Other Information

• Refreshments, such as coffee and pastries, are available for purchase at Sænautasel. Advanced reservations can be made for meals.

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Fishing Warden

Lilja Óladóttir, Sænautasel. Phone: 892-8956 or 853-6491.

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