Fljot is the northernmost inhabited area of the eastern part of the district Skagafiord. At the end of the cove Fljotavik is another one, Haganesvik, and a wide lowland area, dotted with lagoons, with the main habitation is. Further south is the valley Flokadalur and the county Stifla. The whole Fljot and Stifla counties are covered with a thick blanket of snow during winter and during summer it is rather rainy. There were several fishing- and shark fishing outfits along the shoreline in the past.

Many farms were abandoned during the 20th century. There is some geothermal activity in the area (20-70°C). In Stifla the main river was dammed and a small hydroelectric power station was built. Most of the valley floor disappeared under water. A spectacular route over the mountain pass Lagheidi is passable by all vehicles during summer. Schedule bus stop is at Ketilas in Fljot during summer.