Lake Medalfellsvatn is located close to the Whale Bay (Hvalfiord). Its discharge is Bugda, which enters Laxa, one of the best salmon rivers of the country. Consequently quite a few salmons are caught in the lake every summer along with the brown trout and lake char.

The total area of the lake is 2 km˛ and its averages 2-5 m, the greatest depth being 18 m. The shoreline of the lake is 6 km long. The surface of the lake lies 46 m above sea level. There are a few holiday houses in the beautiful and peaceful surroundings.

Fishing area:
You can fish the whole lake, but not closer to Bugda than 50 m.
 

Daily opening hours: Fishing is allowed from 07.00 to 22.00 every day of the week.
Season: The fishing season starts 1st of April and ends 20th of September.
Bait: Fly, lure and worm is allowed.

The distance from the capital is approximately 40 km.