Gunnuhver Hot Springs
Reykjanes Peninsula · 63.8190°N, 22.6886°W
Light Pollution
Low light pollution — excellent dark-sky location
Safety
Active geothermal area with boiling mud pots. Stay behind barriers at all times.
Parking
Free car park with boardwalk. 25 min from Keflavík Airport.
Photography Tips
For aurora photography at Gunnuhver Hot Springs, use a wide-angle lens at f/2.8 or wider, ISO 1600-3200, and 8-15 second exposures. A sturdy tripod is essential — Icelandic wind can be strong. Arrive early to scout compositions while you can still see the landscape.
Read our full aurora photography guide for detailed camera settings.
Nearby Viewing Spots
Track Gunnuhver Hot Springs Live
Get push alerts when aurora conditions turn good at Gunnuhver Hot Springs. Download the free Aurora Iceland app.
Plan Your Visit
Check current conditions on our Tonight page before heading out. Cloud cover and geomagnetic activity can change rapidly — the app updates scores every 15 minutes so you always have the latest data.
Learn more about the best time to see the northern lights and how to read aurora forecasts.