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A log-built shelter in the forest near the shore.

Hiking structures in Kermajärvi

There are three excursion harbours in the Lake Kermajärvi area and its vicinity.
It is also possible to pitch a tent at these harbours. Visitors are permitted to camp at the excursion harbours for 1-3 days under Everyman’s rights.
Excursion harbours – Vasarasaari and Vihtarniemi as well as Martinsaari, which is located outside the Kermajärvi area, are all managed by the municipality of Heinävesi or local village associations.

Excursion harbours
Drinking water
Toilets
Waste disposal

Excursion harbours

  • As campsites are shared resting places, you should show consideration towards other hikers.
  • There is no waste management at the campsites, so bring your rubbish home.
  • Lighting fires is only allowed at serviced and designated campfire sites.
  • Before you light a fire, always check if a wildfire warning is in effect. When a wildfire warning has been issued, lighting fires is prohibited.
  • Firewood is provided at campfire sites. Remember that you may have to chop up the wood yourself. Please use the firewood sparingly.
  • Do not burn rubbish or tear off bark from living trees. You can use a small amount of clean paper and cardboard to light your fire.
  • The last person to leave the campfire site is always responsible for putting out the fire.
  • Further instructions for lighting fires

Drinking water

  • Always boil water from natural sources before drinking it.
  • Do not wash dishes or yourself in natural waters or on well covers.
  • After use, remember to soak any washing water into the ground far enough away from natural waters or water supply points.
  • Read more about drinking water

Toilets

  • There are toilets in every excursion harbour.
  • Remember to bring your own toilet paper.
  • You can put a small amount of food waste in the dry toilet. Check the toilet instructions on site.

Waste disposal

  • There are no waste bins in Kermajärvi Nature Reserve. Measures should be taken in advance to avoid taking unnecessary waste into the area.
  • Take your rubbish home, do not burn it.
  • Remember to bring some rubbish bags when you go out.
  • Do not throw food waste out in the forest.