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Colorful autumn foliage in the undergrowth. Spruces in the foreground, mountains in the background.

Some say that this is one of Europe's most beautiful outdoor recreation destinations. Tuntsa Wilderness Area is only a portion of the broader Tuntsa Area, which was described in the past by forest ranger and wilderness author A. E. Järvinen in his books. The UKK Hiking Trail leads through Tuntsa Wilderness Area. The easiest was to explore the area is by following this trail. The UKK Hiking Trail is also the best way to get acquainted with the nature and landscape of the broader Tuntsa area; for example the portions of the area where forest fires have ravaged it. Tuntsa Wilderness Area is also for those hikers who want to make their own way off-trails and offers peace and solitude.

  • Watershed area, heath-like mountain slopes, and spruce-dominated hills and ridges.
  • The national UKK trail runs through the area.
  • One of Finland's finest wilderness areas.
  • Two wilderness huts, a sauna, and a reservable hut.
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Activities and trails

Fishing

In the ponds and lakes of the Tuntsa wilderness area, one can immerse in fishing peacefully.

Hunting

The Naruska-Tuntsa permit area includes state lands in the northern part of the Salla municipality.

Rocky terrain with spruces growing along the edges, a mountain in the background.

Natural Features of Tuntsa Wilderness Reserve

Some say that this is one of Europe's most beautiful outdoor recreation destinations. Tuntsa Wilderness Reserve is a rugged watershed area, as is the area surrounding the wilderness reserve.

Nature at the site

Visitor's checklist

  • Everyman’s Right apply in the wilderness area
  • Making campfire is allowed in the terrainIf a designated campfire site is available within 500 meters, you must use the site for making a fire and not create a new campfire site. Collecting fallen tree branches and twigs for your fire is fine.
  • Remember to bring a trash bagThere is no recycling point in the area. Bring a trash bag and take the trash with you.
  • Always keep pets on a leashDog waste should be cleaned away from the paths.
  • Be prepared for areas with limited or no mobile network coverageRemember to take a paper map and compass.
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