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The ultimate adventure guide

Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
12/10/2018
The Water Trail begins from the lower doors of the Hotel Húsafell. The trail is marked in blue on the free trail maps available from the hotel reception desk.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
12/10/2018
The path crosses a bridge at the site of a former mill near the hotel.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
12/10/2018
A portion of the path parallels a creek on a gravel road.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
12/10/2018
Blue markings sign the trail route.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
12/10/2018
An example of art along the walking trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
12/10/2018
The first part of the trail follows a wide path and is an easy walk for those looking to stretch their legs.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
12/10/2018
The trail skirts the edge of a landing strip before crossing another creek.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
12/10/2018
One of the area's small power generators.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
12/10/2018
Farther out, the trail becomes wooded, eventually turning to a single trail as it approaches the Hvitá River.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
12/10/2018
Signed ruins mark the historical places of interest along the path, such as this shepherd's corral.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
12/10/2018
A small cascade along the hike.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
12/10/2018
The trail becomes a wooded single trail, passing through an area rich with cold freshwater springs.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
12/10/2018
Hundava∂sfoss Waterfall at the far end of the hike.

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