Though not the tallest, the Kerlingarfjöll ranges are an impressive sight regardless, standing at 4846 ft at its tallest points. The ranges in fact are better known for the splashes of color giving life to the peaks and marking it as a must see for photographers worldwide. The sides of the steep slopes of Kerlingarfjöll are a collage of deepening shades of brown, blue and green thanks to the variable rhyolite rocks that form the mountain range. The Kerlingarfjöll are not just a pretty site, paved with natural trails that are accessible to even the most amateur hikers.

Plenty of attractions abound the scenic trails. Take for example the hot springs. The volcanic and geothermal activity of the mountain range might still be debatable but what remains known is the abundance of heated waters of Kerlingarfjöll. Steam rising off the multiple geothermal pools tucked beneath jagged ridges and narrow valleys can be seen wrapped around the rock shelves. Ease your tired feet into these pools and feel your skin cleansed of the grit and dust of the travel by the minerals abundant in the waters. These waters are undoubtedly a touch of pure magic. Those who have been to the highlands would instantly agree that the rugged landscape of Kerlingarfjöll is a poor veil over the indescribably sweet gifts of the land.