3 Best Sights in Húsafell, West Iceland and Snæfellsnes Peninsula

As opposed to stronger, more intimidating waterfalls like Dettifoss, Hraunfossar (Lava Waterfalls) is a series of delicately flowing rivulets over the Hallmundarhraun lava field. Located about an hour's drive north of Reykjavík, this is a great (and less crowded) alternative to the waterfalls you'll find along the Golden Circle. Don't miss the nearby Barnafoss, another waterfall, which is located a quick walk down the Hvitá River.

Weighing in around 410 pounds, the Húsafell Stone was once used as a measure of strength by men hoping to score a job on nearby working ships. Even before that, it functioned as a gate for a sheep pen built by Snorri Björnsson in the 18th century. Today, you can try and lift it for fun (and bragging rights).

Iceland's Central Highlands are a tricky terrain reserved for experienced drivers, but most drivers could feel comfortable taking a drive on Kaldidalsvegur, also known as the Highlands for beginners. Take a drive along Route 550 and you'll get a taste of the valleys, massive rocks, rivers, and mountains that the Central Highlands have to offer. To get to this road, drive east out of Húsafell and turn right on Route 550. Driving south along Kaldidalsvegur will eventually bring you to a fork, where you can head east on Route 338 toward the Central Highlands (make sure you have the proper car for this trip) or hop on Route 52 to the west.