Hiking & outdoor recreationLength10.9 km
Duration(2-4 hours)
Degree of difficultyMedium
Ridges formed by the Ice Age, old spruce forests, and sunlit shimmering ponds – these are the features that define Pytkyn pyrähdys trail. This versatile route is perfect for a relaxed day hike, or you can opt for a faster-paced trail run. Mountain biking is also allowed on the trail. Pytkyn pyrähdys trail can be started from either the Kellarilampi or Lauttalampi parking areas. The maximum elevation gain on the 11 km trail is 50 meters. Camping is allowed along the trail under everyman's right, and there are tent sites near all rest areas.
Multi-purpose trailYou can hike, bike, snowshoe or run along the trail. Please note other trail users (moving at different speeds)
Circle trailThe recommended direction of travel is clockwise.
Campfire siteAlways check for any wildfire warnings in effect before making a fire.
Camping permittedCamping is only permitted in the immediate vicinity of marked rest areas and campfire sites and huts.
Hut
Dry toiletRemember to bring toilet paper.
Remember to bring a trash bagThere are no waste bins on the trail. Bring along your own trash bag and take your waste out with you when leaving.
No water point
No winter maintenance
Contact information
Starting pointRytinkisalmentie 1835, 93280 Syöte
Starting point
Kellarilampi parking area - Riihitupa Day-use Hut
The first part of the trail follows the Kellarilampi nature path to the Kellarilampi lean-to shelter. The path is a flat gravel trail.
From the lean-to shelter, the trail continues along the northern shore of the pond towards Pytkynharju.
The trail shares the same path as the Syötteen kierros mountain biking trail until the junction at Riihitupa. There are some elevation changes along the way. The trail is relatively easy up to Riihitupa and crosses Riihisuo on duckboards and a gravel path.
Riihitupa Day-use Hut - Lauttalampi Lean-to Shelter
After Riihitupa, the trail becomes slightly more challenging due to the technical nature of the terrain, with some rocky and rooty sections.
Closer to Romekangas, the terrain becomes dry pine heath, and the walking is easy again.
Lauttalampi Lean-to Shelter - Kellarilampi Parking Area
After Lauttalampi lean-to shelter, the trail climbs steep wooden stairs up to the top of Pytkynharju.
The final stretch back to Kellarilampi follows the ridge with some minor elevation changes.
From Kellarilampi, you return to the starting point via the same path as at the beginning.
End pointRytinkisalmentie 1835, 93280 Syöte
End point