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The crossing boats are available from May until the end of October.
Read moreKetunlossi pull ferry is in use after a renovation.
Wilderness supervision in state-owned lands will improve in the autumn with the addition of two new Game and Fisheries Wardens in Lapland. The number of Metsähallitus’ permanent Game and Fisheries Wardens will therefore increase to 13 in total. Recruitment for the new wardens will begin after the summer holiday season.
Read moreSipoonkorpi Hop-On Hop-Off bus once again takes visitors to Sipoonkorpi National Park. The bus operates on Saturdays and Sundays between 2 May and 27 September. Travelling is easier than ever, as HSL tickets are valid on the route and it can be found in the HSL journey planner.
Read moreThere are two crossing boats in the national park: Searitni and Härkäkoski. The Searitni crossing boat has been taken out of the water for winter storage. The Härkäkoski boat remains in place year-round.
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Finland’s largest and most renowned trail running event, NUTS Karhunkierros, will once again take place at the end of May along the Karhunkierros Trail and in the terrain of Pyhävaara. The event brings together thousands of runners from across Finland and around the world to challenge themselves amidst the stunning landscapes of Oulanka National Park and Ruka.
Read moreDuring the 2026 summer season, a new Forest Restaurant will operate at the Teijo Nature Centre. The restaurant is run by Restaurant Teijon Arkki. The Teijo Nature Centre is located in Teijo National Park at Matildanjärventie 84, Salo.
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Vášku / Vaskojoki rental hut and sauna are again available for customers. Bookings are made through the Eräluvat.fi service.
Read moreSeveral trees had fallen across the Pinkjärvi nature trail, but they have now been cleared and the trail is open for normal use. Trail services are available, except that firewood supply at the Mustalahti lean-to shelter ended in July 2025.
The Ryettikuoškâ / Ritakoski rental hut in the Hammastunturi wilderness reserve will change from a rental hut to a shared rental hut as of 1 January 2027. Bookings are made via the Eräluvat.fi service. In a shared rental hut, you can book a bed for one or two nights against payment.
