Data as of . Conditions, permits and advisories change: check official sources before you go.

Karhunkierros

Finland · Europe · Multi-day trek · score 69/100

At a glance

CountriesFinland
ContinentEurope
RegionOulanka National Park (North Ostrobothnia/Lapland)
TypeMulti-day trek
Length82 km
Typical duration3-5 days
Difficulty3/5 (Moderate)
Max altitude350 m
Best seasonJun to Sep (ruska late Sep)
StartHautajarvi (Salla)
EndRuka
Permit / guideno permit
Special geartent recommended (huts can fill)

Score

69/100
Scenery
26/35
Fame
15/25
Uniqueness
12/20
Logistics
16/20

Finland's most popular trek through Oulanka's canyons, rapids and taiga; excellent free wilderness huts and campfire sites, busy in July.

How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.

Notes

Also covered by Lonely Planet and lapland.fi; max altitude approximate (low fells).

Sources

Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.

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