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Nouxfest festival for outdoor enthusiasts will be held from August 13 to 16, 2026. The center of the event is near the Finnish Nature Centre Haltia.
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Is there flooding at the Aittajärvi ford on the Suomujoki River? Is the cable in place at the Kärekeoja ford on the Nuortti River? This bulletin compiles information related to the questions mentioned above.
Read moreThe Silisjoki crossing boat is in place and available for hikers. When the boat is taken out of use at the end of September 2026, we will inform you separately. The Silisjoki can also be crossed by wading; the wading point is located east of the boat crossing point, at the island in the middle of the river. Crossings of waters are always at the hiker’s own responsibility. It is advisable to practise wading in running water and familiarise yourself with the topic in advance.
Read moreGallery Kellokas presents From the Earth You Came, an exhibition by Elina Priha, an artist from the Artists’ Association of Lapland. The exhibition is on display from 8 June to 22 July 2026 during the opening hours of Visitor Centre. Gallery Kellokas is located in the Yllästunturi Visitor Centre Kellokas in Äkäslompolo.
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Read this if you are planning a trip in June to the Kilpisjärvi, Malla, or Käsivarsi region. Please note that the photographs are from 2017, 2020, and 2021.
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In Hiidenportti National Park, the trail section from Käärmesärkkä to Kitulanlampi has been renovated. The duckboards along the trail have been renewed, making movement smoother and safer.
Read moreThe rope boat on the Keroharju Whisper hiking trail at the Niitselys River has now been installed for the open-ground hiking season! When using the ferry, please remember not to pull the boat all the way onto the shore. This way, it can be accessed from both directions and won’t get stuck on the opposite bank. The boat should be used by a maximum of 2 people at a time.
