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Hiking services in the Kaldoaivi wilderness area

In the Kaldoaivi wilderness area, there are wilderness huts and rental cabins intended for hikers, as well as a few campfire sites.

Campfire Sites, Turf Huts and Cooking Shelters

  • The campfire site of Opukasjärvi.

  • The campfire shelters of Opukasköngäs, Kontinpaistama, Saunakoski, Kallokoski, Skaidijärvi and Skiecharasjärvi.

On state-owned lands in the Northern Lapland, it is allowed to use fallen branches and sticks from the ground for making a campfire. It is recommended to use a campfire place which has been previously used, if you find one.

Please note that lighting campires is forbidden also at the constructed campfire places if the wildfire warning is in effect. However, it is allowed to use a camping cooker.

This prohibition does not apply to cooking shelters or other fireplaces with a flue.

Drinking water

Water in the area is normally suitable for drinking. Usually running water is better for drinking than still water. but during hot periods in the summer, it is recommended to boil the water before drinking.

Waste Management

Measures should be taken in advance to avoid taking unnecessary waste into the area. Take all the non-degradable waste that accumulates during your trip out of the area for recycling.