Province of
Oulu, Kainuu Region
Municipality of Vaala (vaala.fi)
Area: 78
sq.km. Established in 1993.
The area is managed by Metsähallitus.
Lake Oulujärvi is often called
‘the sea of Kainuu Region’. Oulujärvi Hiking Area is truly characterised by the
sea-like open waters and the barren sand dynes on the shores. On the other hand,
it has beautiful, intricate lake landscape. It is the only state-owned hiking
area in Finland located around an inland water area.
On the largest island in the heart of the area, there is the five star
camping ground of Manamansalo, which also has the boat harbour of the area. Wild
North has a recreational fishing area in Manamansalo.
Also commercial forestry may be practiced in hiking areas, but in such a way
that the recreational needs are taken into account.
Take a look at Oulujärvi Hiking Area related products at the Outdoors.fi online
shop (kauppa.luontoon.fi).
