About Ok
Ok is a shield rising to 1,141 meters (3,744 feet) in Iceland's Atlantic Ocean Volcanic Regions. No historical eruptions have been recorded, though the volcano is classified based on geological evidence of past activity.
Geography & Climate
Ok is located in Iceland, within the Iceland Neovolcanic Rift Volcanic Province of the broader Atlantic Ocean Volcanic Regions. Situated at 64.62° N, 20.88° W in the Northern Hemisphere, the volcano lies within a subarctic climate zone. With a summit elevation of 1,141 meters above sea level, Ok is a moderately sized peak that remains accessible to hikers and researchers for much of the year. The volcanic landform is characterized as a shield, which describes the physical shape and structure of the volcanic edifice as observed from the surface.
GVP Reference Summary
The large Ok shield volcano is topped by a small glacial icecap and lies west of the SW tip of Langjökull and NW of Thorisjökull volcano.
— Smithsonian Institution, Global Volcanism Program
0 Recorded Eruptions
No eruption records available for Ok.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ok
Is Ok an active volcano?+
Ok is not currently classified as active. Its activity evidence is listed as "unknown." No recorded eruptions have been documented. However, no volcano is ever considered permanently extinct.
How high is Ok?+
Ok has a summit elevation of 1,141 meters (3,744 feet) above sea level. At 1,141 meters, it is a moderately sized volcanic peak, roughly comparable to Mount Vesuvius (1,281m).
What type of volcano is Ok?+
Ok is classified as a Shield. Shield volcanoes have distinct geological characteristics that set them apart from other volcanic types.
Where is Ok located?+
Ok is located in Iceland, in the Atlantic Ocean Volcanic Regions. More specifically, it lies within the Iceland Neovolcanic Rift Volcanic Province. Its exact coordinates are 64.620° latitude, -20.880° longitude.
Is it safe to visit Ok?+
Ok can generally be visited, but as with any volcano, visitors should check local conditions and any advisory notices before traveling. Iceland may have specific regulations for accessing volcanic areas. Guided tours are often the safest and most informative way to experience a volcano.
