Sléttuhlíðarvatn

Location and Operating Hours

• Coordinates: 66° 2.408'N, 19° 20.023'W
• Daily Fishing Hours: Permitted from 8:00 to 24:00
• Fishing Season: Starts on May 1st and ends on September 20th.

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Sléttuhlíðarvatn - A Tranquil Oasis in Hraun

Sléttuhlíðarvatn is situated between Hofsós and Siglufjörður, right by the national road in the land of Hraun.

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Getting There from Reykjavík and Nearby Settlements

The road distance from Reykjavík is approximately 360 km, 21 km from Hofsós, and 50 km from Sauðárkrókur.

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About the Lake

The lake covers an area of 0.76 km² and is at an elevation of 14 meters above sea level.

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Day Licenses: Your Gateway to Fishing Adventures

Individual day licenses can be purchased for Sléttuhlíðarvatn.

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Fishing Area

Fishing is only allowed in the land of Hraun, with signs marking the fishing boundaries.

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Accommodation

Camping by the lake is allowed in consultation with the fishing warden, and fishing cabins in the vicinity of the lake can be rented.

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Fish Variety: A Diversity of Sea-Run and Resident Fish

Both sea-run and resident fish, including sea trout and Arctic char, are abundant in the lake.

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Bait Options: Fly, Worm, and Spinner

Fishing is exclusively allowed with fly, worm, and spinner.

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Best Fishing Times: Prime in May and June

The best fishing conditions are generally experienced in May and June, but fishing remains good throughout the season.

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Additional Information

The landowner is not responsible for any losses or damages that Fishing Cardholders may incur or any incidents related to the presence of anglers on the fishing area.

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Rules and Regulations

• Good conduct is a prerequisite.
• All vehicular traffic on the land must be coordinated with the landowner.
• Anglers are requested not to leave any litter.
• Fishing cardholders need to register at Hraun and present both the Fishing Card and a valid ID.
• Children under the age of 14 fish for free when accompanied by a cardholder.

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Fishing Warden

Magnús Pétursson at Hraun, GSM: 618-0402.

photo: veidikortid.is

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