Best trails in Kurjenrahka National Park
Kurjenrahka National Park is in Southwest Finland, near Turku. The park is the home of cranes, and in spring, you might see their mating dance. Pukkipalo is an area of old-growth forest, home to some of the most beautiful old-growth forests in the province. The park is home to a wide variety of insects, many of which are endangered or rare. You can also find flying squirrels, otters, deer, and lynx here.
Learn about the crane's life at Kurjenpesä Nature Hut, which has a camping area nearby. Three lean-to shelters are also located along the park's trails, and two rental cabins are available.
You can get to Turku by train, from where there is a local bus service to Kurjenrahka. There is also a bus service from Turku and Säkylä to Kurjenhaka.
Top trails
- 4.7 (90)·Easy·4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrThe Kuhankuono Hiking Trails is a hiking trail network of more than 200 km in Southwest Finland, primarily spanning the municipalities of Mynämäki, Nousiainen, Rusko, and Pöytyä, and extending from Säkylän Pyhäjärvi to Ruissalo in Turku. This 6.4 km circular segment, the Lake Savojärvi Trail, is the most popular part of the network and is located almost entirely within Kurjenrahka National Park. The route encircles the lake, alternating between the shoreline and the surrounding mires and...
- 4.4 (28)·Moderate·6.6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrThe Kuhankuono Hiking Trails is a hiking trail network of more than 200 km in Southwest Finland, primarily spanning the municipalities of Mynämäki, Nousiainen, Rusko, and Pöytyä, and extending from Säkylän Pyhäjärvi to Ruissalo in Turku. This 10 km circular segment, the Pukkipalo Trail, highlights the Pukkipalo old-growth forest, one of the most significant natural forest sites in Southwestern Finland. Located within Kurjenrahka National Park, the route travels through untouched wilderness...
- 4.3 (26)·Hard·19.1 mi·Est. 8.5–9 hrThe Kuhankuono Hiking Trails is a hiking trail network of more than 200 km in Southwest Finland, primarily spanning the municipalities of Mynämäki, Nousiainen, Rusko, and Pöytyä, and extending from Säkylän Pyhäjärvi to Ruissalo in Turku. This 30.7 km circular segment, the Vajosuon vaellus, begins and ends at Rantapiha and circles through Kurjenrahka National Park. The route travels through vast natural mires, including sections of the Lammenrahka and Pukkipalo nature trails, and passes...
- 5.0 (7)·Easy·1 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrKurjenrahka National Park is close to the cultur city of Turku. As the name implies, the park is home to cranes, but there are many other animal species to be found here. Half an hour's drive from the city of Turku to Kurjenrahka National Park, your mode will change more slowly from the busy city life to the pace of uninhabited forests and swamps. On Karpalopolku your senses are filled with the smells of the bogs and the sounds of the forests. And no matter how often you visit a national...
- 4.5 (2)·Easy·2.9 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrKurjenrahka National Park is close to the culture city of Turku. As the name implies, the park is home to cranes, but there are many other animal species to be found here. This route starts from Kurjenpesä and runs along the Karpalopolku trail and Vajosuo hiking trail to the Koivusaari obervation deck. In addition to the birds, you can admire the view of the marshland from Koivusaari Nature Tower Kurjenpesä has a camping area, a kitchen canopy, a nature hut and a viewing platform. The...
- 5.0 (1)·Easy·2.2 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrKurjenrahka National Park is close to the Culture City of Turku. As the name implies, the park is home to cranes, but many other animal species can be found here. Half an hour's drive from the city center of Turku to Kurjenrahka National Park, your mode will change more slowly from the busy city life to the pace of uninhabited forests and swamps. The Vajosuo tour starts from the Vajosuo parking area and goes to the Vajosuo bird tower and back. There is a shelter and a rental cabin along the...
- Easy·0.7 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrKurjenrahka National Park is close to the cultural city of Turku. As the name suggests, the park is the home of the cranes, but many other species of animals can be found here too. Half an hour's drive from the city of Turku, Kurjenrahka National Park changes your activities from the hustle and bustle of city life to the slower pace of uninhabited forests and marshes. The Pukkipalo nature trail is a short stretch of the Pukkipalo trail in the ancient forest, with panels along the way telling...
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Kurjenrahka National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Kurjenrahka National Park is Kuhankuono Hiking Trails: Lake Savojärvi Trail, which has a 4.7 star rating from 90 reviews. This trail is 4.0 mi long with an elevation gain of 538 ft.
What is the longest trail in Kurjenrahka National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Kurjenrahka National Park is Kuhankuono Hiking Trails: Vajosuo Mire. This trail is estimated to be 19.1 mi long.
How many trails are in Kurjenrahka National Park?
There are 7 trails in Kurjenrahka National Park.These trails have an average 4.7-star ratingfrom 158 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Kurjenrahka National Park?
Kuhankuono Hiking Trails: Vajosuo Mire has the most elevation gain with 2,460 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Kuhankuono Hiking Trails: Pukkipalo Trail, which has 862 ft of elevation gain.
Are there camping trails available in Kurjenrahka National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 5 camping trails in Kurjenrahka National Park and the most popular is Kuhankuono Hiking Trails: Lake Savojärvi Trail with an average 4.7 star rating from 90 community reviews.
Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Kurjenrahka National Park?
Yes, there are 2 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Kurjenrahka National Park, including Kuhankuono Hiking Trails: Vajosuo Mire and Vajosuo Loop.
Are there any trails with lakes in Kurjenrahka National Park?
Yes, there are 3 trails with lakes in Kurjenrahka National Park, including Kuhankuono Hiking Trails: Lake Savojärvi Trail, Kuhankuono Hiking Trails: Pukkipalo Trail, and Kuhankuono Hiking Trails: Vajosuo Mire.
Are there any trails with picnic areas in Kurjenrahka National Park?
Yes, there are 3 trails with picnic areas in Kurjenrahka National Park, including Kuhankuono Hiking Trails: Pukkipalo Trail, Kuhankuono Hiking Trails: Vajosuo Mire, and Pukkipalo Nature Trail.
