Southern Lapland Region
Rovaniemi (www.rovaniemi.fi)
Area: 36 sq.
km.
The area is managed by Metsähallitus.
Arctic Circle Hiking Area is a wilderness-like
destination ideal for year-round outdoor recreation. It is located a half-hours
car ride from the town of Rovaniemi. The landscape's signature features are the
rugged hills, open water-logged aapa bogs and the River Raudanjoki with its
spectacular rapids and lush shoreline forest. Also commercial forestry may be
practiced in hiking areas, but in such a way that the recreational needs are
taken into account.
The hiking area’s trail network is diverse and has a variety of rest spots
offering visitors of all ages a variety of hiking destinations and
possibilities.The area around the Vikaköngäs and Vaattunkiköngäs Rapids has the
best services within Arctic Circle Hiking Area. The River Raudanjoki offers the
possibility for boating and canoeing excursions.The location is easy to access
at all times of the year.
