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SaveEsja (oftast með greini, Esjan) er fjall á Kjalarnesi, sem nú er innan borgarmarka Reykjavíkur, og er eitt af einkennum höfuðborgarsvæðisins. Hæsti tindur Esjunnar er 914 metrar. Nokkrar gönguleiðir eru upp á fjallið og þar eru vinsæl útivistarsvæði, til að mynda við skógræktina við Mógilsá. Vinsælt er að ganga upp að Steini í 597 metrum og þaðan upp á Þverfellshorn í um 780 metrum.
Esja er syðsta blágrýtisfjall á Íslandi. Hæsti kambur á Esju miðri, séð úr Reykjavík, heitir Kerhólakambur. Hætta er á snjóflóðum í fjallinu á ákveðnum stöðum. Hafa 4 látist í snjóflóðum frá 1979, síðast árið 2020.
Esja er syðsta blágrýtisfjall á Íslandi. Hæsti kambur á Esju miðri, séð úr Reykjavík, heitir Kerhólakambur. Hætta er á snjóflóðum í fjallinu á ákveðnum stöðum. Hafa 4 látist í snjóflóðum frá 1979, síðast árið 2020.
source: Wikipedia - Esjan
google parking directionsThis region uses the Uk/Euro style trail grading system.
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- Mountain Bike
13 trails
- E-Bike
3 trails
- Hike
14 trails
- Trail Running
14 trails
Region Details
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Region Status
Open as of Apr 18, 2025Stats
- Trails (view details)
- 16
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 13
- Trails E-Bike
- 3
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 1
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 1
- Trails Hike
- 14
- Trails Trail Running
- 14
- Total Distance
- 16 miles
- Total Descent Distance
- 8 miles
- Total Descent
- 6,872 ft
- Total Vertical
- 2,476 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 2,504 ft
- Reports
- 10
- Photos
- 3
- Completed Counter
- 1,002
Popular Esjan Mountain Biking Trails
• 65 ★ 0.0 • 1 mile • 35 ft • 36 •
Litli Sandhryggur byrjar við gamla vatnsveituinntakið / lónið. Aðkoma er frá jeppa / björgunarleiðinni. Leiðin er merkt með gulum hælum.
• 25 ★ 0.0 • 2 miles • 27 ft • 30 •
Less popular blue difficulty alpine singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only and has a hard overall physical rating. It features berm, rock face, rock garden, roller coaster and skinny. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 16 minutes to complete this trail.
• 5 ★ 0.0 • 4,508 ft • 970 ft • 27 •
Lagt af stað gönguleiðina upp að steini en farið upp með læknum og stefnan tekin á mastur sem er þar fyrir ofan, þegar komið er að vegslóða ertu alveg að verða komin/n. Niðurleiðin byrjar á grýttum slóða og...
• 90 ★ 0.0 • 1,037 ft • 155 ft • 24 •
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
• 35 ★ 0.0 • 4,206 ft • 28 ft • 24 •
Less popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used one direction and has a easy overall physical rating with a 28 ft green climb. Trail visibility is sometimes hard to follow. On average it takes 7 minutes to complete this trail.
• 65 ★ 0.0 • 4,692 ft • 3 ft • 20 •
Moderately popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
• 50 ★ 0.0 • 3,340 ft • 138 ft • 19 •
Moderately popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
• 30 ★ 0.0 • 4,380 ft • 4 ft • 17 •
Less popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
Esjan Mountain Bike Routes
Haust Enduro Tinds 2021 Featured
10 miles • 3,289 ft • 0 • Loop • Race •
HaustEnduro Tinds mætir aftur í Esjuhlíðar og lofum við miklu stuði og Enduro a'la Tindur....
Photos of Esjan Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nípan | May 28, 2022 @ 6:52am May 28, 2022 | Ideal | jakobdan | ||
| Þvergil | Jul 1, 2020 @ 9:27am Jul 1, 2020 | Ideal | Einarsss | ||
| Litli-Sandhryggur | Apr 21, 2020 @ 2:48pm Apr 21, 2020 | Prevalent Mud | Jonhaukur |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bratti | wishlist | trail | activity #98701397 | Jul 8, 2026 @ 3:50am Jul 8, 2026 |
| MagnusIngi | wishlist | trail | activity #96020553 and 2 more | Jun 1, 2026 @ 8:50am Jun 1, 2026 |
| 3Nflkv | wishlist | trail | activity #76630514 | Jul 24, 2025 @ 4:28pm Jul 24, 2025 |
| Almis | ridden | trail | activity #74052525 and 4 more | Jun 18, 2025 @ 11:31am Jun 18, 2025 |
| Big-F | wishlist | region | activity #70363527 | Apr 25, 2025 @ 2:23pm Apr 25, 2025 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| trail | Vinsamlegast athugið að ekki er æskilegt... | May 19, 2020 @ 12:54pm May 19, 2020 |
Nearby Areas
| name | distance | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mosfellin | 1 | 7 | 4.8 km | ||
| Mosfellin | 14 | 14 | 5.4 km | ||
| Hólmsheiði | 27 | 1 | 7.2 km | ||
| Skálafell Bike Park | 1 | 1 | 8.1 km | ||
| Öskjuhlíð | 6 | 2 | 8.8 km |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bike | 13 | 14 miles | 6,808 ft | 7 miles | 1,670 ft | #12,242 | #16 | 3 | 10 | 1 | 372 | |
| E-Bike | 3 | 6 miles | 1,808 ft | 2 miles | 1,667 ft | #1,579 | #11 | 8 | 1 | 147 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 1 | 3 miles | 108 ft | 1,699 ft | 1,657 ft | #9,686 | #10 | |||||
| Adaptive Bike | 1 | 4,206 ft | 387 ft | 2,618 ft | 361 ft | #9,699 | #10 | |||||
| Hike | 14 | 14 miles | 4,911 ft | 6 miles | 2,477 ft | #1,788 | #7 | 8 | 456 | |||
| Trail Running | 14 | 14 miles | 4,911 ft | 6 miles | 2,477 ft | #1,172 | #9 | 8 | 248 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Esjan?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Esjan are:
- Langabrekka (0/5)
- Shortcut (0/5)
- Vatnsveitan (0/5)
- Litli-Sandhryggur (0/5)
- Rauðhólsurð (0/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Esjan?
There are 2 parking locations listed in Esjan. The most popular parking spots are:
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What is the longest trail in Esjan?
The longest trail in Esjan is Haust Enduro 2021 Bláa at 1.6 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Esjan?
The best hiking trails in Esjan are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Esjan?
The best trail running trails in Esjan are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Esjan?
Esjan has a total of 16 trails. Of those, 13 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Esjan to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Esjan?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Esjan is Þvergil with 970 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Esjan?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Esjan is Haust Enduro 2021 Bláa with 1,314 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Esjan?
Esjan supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Esjan?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Esjan is Þvergil with an average grade of 20.5%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are the trails open in Esjan?
The overall region status for Esjan is Clear / Green. Out of 2 trails:
- Clear / Green: 2
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Can I ride an ebike in Esjan?
Yes, Esjan supports e-bike riding. There are 3 trails in Esjan that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Esjan?
The most popular Strava segments in Esjan are:
- Brattasti hluti á Esju (459 athletes)
- Litli Sandhryggur Climb (368 athletes)
- Litli-Sandhryggur (309 athletes)
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Esjan?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Esjan are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Esjan?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Esjan are:
- Langabrekka (0/5)
- Shortcut (0/5)
- Esjan Gula leiðin (0/5)
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