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
- (81)•Easy•3.9 mi•Est. 1.5–2 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 at first along Karpalopolku and continues around Savojärvi. On the way you can see the border stone of Kuhankuono, which can also be reached with a wheelchair and prams. Kurjenpesä has a camping area, a kitchen canopy, a nature hut and a viewing platform. The Karpalonpolku section is...
- (25)•Hard•19.0 mi•Est. 8–9 hrKurjenrahka National Park is close to the culture city of Turku. As the name implies, the park is home to crane, but there are many other animal species to be found here. Vajosuo Trek is a multi-day route, and around Kurjenrahka National Park. Along the route there is a section of the Lammenrahka nature trail and the Pukkipalo nature trail. Kurjenpesä has a Nature Hut where you can learn about the life of cranes. There is a beautiful view from Takaniitunvuori in Pukkipalo, and there are...
- (26)•Moderate•3.5 mi•Est. 1.5–2 hrKurjenrahka National Park is close to the culture city of Turku. As the name implies, the park is home to crane, but there are many other animal species to be found here. This route starts from the parking area of Pukkinpalo, and goes around the beautiful forest and bog landscape. There is a 1 km section along the route with signposts about the species of the forest. From the north side of the Pukkipalo route, you can deviate to the Lakjärvi shelter, 0.6 km away. At the southern end of the...
- (7)•Easy•1.0 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...
- (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...
- (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...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest trail in Kurjenrahka National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Kurjenrahka National Park is Vajosuo Hiking Route. This trail is estimated to be 19.0 mi long.
Are there camping trails available in Kurjenrahka National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 3 camping trails in Kurjenrahka National Park and the most popular is Lake Savojärvi Trail with an average 4.7 star rating from 81 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 Vajosuo Hiking Route and Vajosuo Loop.
Are there any trails with lakes in Kurjenrahka National Park?
Yes, there are 2 trails with lakes in Kurjenrahka National Park, including Lake Savojärvi Trail and Vajosuo Hiking Route.
Are there any trails with picnic areas in Kurjenrahka National Park?
Yes, there are 3 trails with picnic areas in Kurjenrahka National Park, including Vajosuo Hiking Route, Pukkipalo Trail, and Pukkipalo Nature Trail.
