Hiking structures in the vicinity of the Paljakka Strict Nature Reserve
You may not leave the marked trail, camp or make open fires in the Paljakka Strict Nature Reserve. However, there are hiking structures near the reserve.
Campsites
- 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 any forest fire warnings are in effect. When a forest fire 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.
Ypykkälampi laavu
Lean-to shelter
Ilveskota tulentekopaikka
Campfire site
Löytöjärvi day-use hut
Day cottage
A modest open wilderness hut is available year-round. The day-use hut is an open and shared resting place for self-guided hikers for daytime use without reservation or fee. Overnight stays are not allowed in the day-use hut. Facilities: - Fireplace in a hut. - No drinking water point. Water from natural sources must be purified before drinking. - No waste management. Take your own waste out of the area. - Pets are allowed in the hut.
Pirunkirkko day-use hut
Day cottage
A modest day-use hut is available year-round The day-use hut is an open and shared resting place for self-guided hikers for daytime use without reservation or fee. Overnight stays are not allowed in the day-use hut. Facilities: - Open fireplace with a chimney. - No drinking water point. Water from natural sources must be purified before drinking. - No waste management. Take your own waste out of the area. - Pets are allowed in the hut.
Lehtojoki laavu
Lean-to shelter
Drinking water
- Always boil water from natural sources before drinking it.
- Do not wash dishes or yourself in natural waters.
- After use, remember to soak any washing water into the ground far enough away from natural waters.
Toilets
- Remember to bring your own toilet paper.
Waste disposal
- 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.