Kleifarvatn
Location
Kleifarvatn is located at Reykjanesskagi, lying between Sveifluháls and Vatnshlíð, roughly between Reykjavik and Keflavik.
Distance from Reykjavík and the nearest township
The distance from Reykjavik is about 34 km. Access is very easy, since the lake lies next to the Krísuvíkurleið at Hafnarfjörður.
Practical information
Kleifarvatn is one of Iceland’s largest lakes, covering about 8m2. It rises 136 m. above sea level, with the deepest point at 90 m, near Syðri Stapi. Average depth is approx. 29 m.
The lake and its surroundings belong to the town of Hafnarfjörður, yet the Angling Club of Hafnarfjörður (Stangaveiðifélag Hafnarfjarðar) administrates the fishing rights.
Fishing area
No restrictions.
Accommodation
There is no accommodation available at the lake.
Fishing potential
Kleifarvatn is renowned for unusually large brown trout. One might also expect sizeable char.
Daily opening hours
No limits.
Season
May 1st to September 30th.
Bait
All bait is allowed: Fly, worm and lure.
Best time of the day
Mornings and evenings.
Rules:
Cardholders must carry the Veiðikortið and an appropriate ID on their person, ready for inspection at any time. Littering is strictly forbidden. Children under 14 are allowed for free, if accompanied by adult cardholders.
The catch must be announced to veidikortid@veidikortid.is.
Contact / Landlord
Stangaveiðifélag Hafnarfjarðar (The Angling Club of Hafnarfjörður). Tel: (+354) 565-4020.