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Description
Kleifarvatn is one of the largest lakes in the country, about 8 km² in size and 136m above sea level. The maximum depth in the lake is about 90m, with an average depth of about 29m. The Hafnarfjörður angling club handles the fishing rights. The lake contains both Arctic char and brown trout and is known for big fish. Records show that there are a lot of fish in the lake and divers have seen good numbers of fish there. The Hafnarfjörður angling club has started a breeding program for the lake and in recent years they have released juveniles into it. Trails around the lake have been repaired.
Fishing rules
Holders of the Fishing Card must have the card and ID with them and be willing to show them to the fishing guard when he visits anglers. It is strictly forbidden to leave rubbish and drive off-road. Children under the age of 14 fish for free accompanied by a cardholder. It is requested that information about catches is sent by e-mail to [email protected] or to [email protected]. Boat traffic on the lake is prohibited. Anglers are asked to exercise caution and preferably release large fish
Directions
It is permitted to fish in the whole lake
Services nearby
Nearest cities
Grindavík: 34 km, Reykjavík: 33 km, Reykjanesbær: 51 km and Akureyri: 410 km
Nearby airports
Keflavík airport: 54 km
About the fishing license
The Angling Club of Hafnafjörður t: +354 565-4020, [email protected]. Lake Kleifarvatn is a part of the Fishing Card.
Schedule
Free from 7:00 am – midnight
Location
Latest news at Kleifarvatn
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