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In the center of the image, there is a small log building with an open door. On the left and right edges, there are large tree trunks.
AddressKainuu, Kuhmo, Euref-Fin (~ WGS84) lat: 63° 58.4888' lon: 29° 31.0563' ETRS-TM35FIN: N: 7096641 E: 623228

NOTICE! The stove at Jämäshovi is temporarily out of use: the chimney pipe has burned through.

A modest open wilderness hut is available year-round.

The open wilderness hut is a shared and free resting and overnight place for independent hikers. You can stay in wilderness huts for one or two nights without a reservation. Be prepared for the possibility that there may not be enough space to sleep in the hut.

Facilities:

  • Sleeping places for 2.
  • Heating with a stove. Gas stove for cooking.
  • No drinking water point. Water from natural sources must be purified before drinking.
  • No waste management. Take your own waste out of the area.
  • Bring your own cooking utensils.
  • Pets are allowed in the hut only with the consent of other users.

Contact information

Metsähallitus National Parks FinlandContacts and feedback