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Best trails in Hossa National Park

Best trails in Hossa National Park

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#16 of 41 national parks

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Hossa National Park is located on the eastern border, in the north-eastern corner of Kainuu. The park's beautiful scenery is easily accessible and suitable for the whole family. Rock paintings evidence that the area has been inhabited since 10,000 years ago.

Julma-Ölkky is a canyon lake that formed during the Ice Age, along with the park's vast ridge valley. The park's flora and fauna are diverse. The lakes are rich in fish, and the forests are full of berries and mushrooms. The forests are home to cavity-nesting birds, such as the Eurasian three-toed woodpecker, and the river rapids are home to the white-throated dipper. The park also has stoats and weasels, otters and beavers, as well as moose and reindeer.

Hossa Nature Centre offers a range of services for hikers. The park has 14 lodges and five wilderness huts. Camping is allowed in the camping area of Lake Jatkonjärvi. Metsähallitus also has 12 rental cabins in and around the park. The Karhunkainalo camping area has cabins, semi-detached houses, and caravan sites.

The nearest railway station to Hossa National Park is in Kajaani, 170 km from Hossa. In the summer and early autumn, there are direct bus connections to Hossa, while at other times, there are bus connections to Peranka and Juntusranta.

Top trails

  1. #1 - Ölökyn Ylitys

    4.7 (31)·Hard·3.4 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Hossa National Park brings hikers to the forests and waters of the eastern border. About 90 km of marked trails and about 60 km of waterway routes exist. The trails are mostly easy to navigate and wander through stunning ridges and lakes. Ölökyn Ylitys is one of the most demanding routes in Hossa National Park. The route leaves the Julmaölkky parking area and goes around the Julma-Ölkky Gorge lake. There are many ups and downs along the way, but also great views. When traveling clockwise,...

  2. #2 - Värikallion Kaarros

    4.6 (19)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Hossa National Park brings travelers to the forests and waters of the eastern border. The park has about 90 km of marked trails and about 60 km of waterway routes. Most of the trails are easy to navigate and wander through stunning ridges and lakes. Värikallion Kaarros travels to Hossa’s most famous attraction. The rock paintings of Somerjärvi Värikallio date back to the younger Stone Age. They are at least 3,500 years old. The painting group has more than 60 recognizable patterns. The...

  3. #3 - Ölökyn Ähkäsy

    4.6 (23)·Hard·6.4 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hr
    Hossa National Park brings the traveler to the forests and waters of the eastern border. There are about 90 km of marked trails and about 60 km of waterway routes. The trails are largely easy to navigate and wander through stunning ridges and lakes. Ölöky ähkäsy is one of the most demanding routes in Hossa National Park. The route starts from the Julmaölkky parking area and goes around the Julma-Ölkky gorge lake. There are many ups and downs along the way, but also wonderful views. Going...

  4. #4 - Hossa Nature Trail

    4.8 (16)·Easy·1.8 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hr
    Hossa National Park brings the traveler to the forests and waters of the eastern border. There are about 90 km of marked trails and about 60 km of waterway routes. The trails are largely easy to navigate and wander through stunning ridges and lakes. The Hossa Nature Trail is a ring trail that provides a preview of Hossa Nature. The route leaves Hossa Nature Center and goes around Huosilampi. There are campfire sites, a lean-to shelter, and up to four fishing piers on the way. The route is...

  5. #5 - Laukkujärven Lenkki

    4.6 (12)·Moderate·6.3 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Hossa National Park brings the traveler to the forests and waters of the eastern border. There are about 90 km of marked trails and about 60 km of waterway routes. The trails are largely easy to navigate and wander through stunning ridges and lakes. Laukkujärven lenkki travels around Laukunharju along the shores of Lake Talasjärvi and Puukkojärvi in stunning lake scenery. Talassalmi has a meadow, a barn and a reindeer herd. The route is marked in blue. There is no winter maintenance on the...

  6. #6 - Huosiuksen Huikonen

    4.6 (9)·Moderate·4.9 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Hossa National Park brings travelers to the forests and waters of the eastern border. About 90 km of marked trails and about 60 km of waterway routes exist. The trails are largely easy to navigate and wander through stunning ridges and lakes. Huosiuksen hiukonen is a ring route around Huosiusjärvi. You can also see the Huosiharju, Iikoski and Torkonluikea streams along the way. You can skip Iikoskenniemi along the shortcut. The route also connects to the Hakakoski Hujaus trail or the nature...

  7. #7 - Kokalmuksen Kierros

    4.7 (11)·Moderate·8.5 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hr
    Hossa National Park brings travelers to the forests and waters of the eastern border. About 90 km of marked trails and about 60 km of waterway routes exist. The trails are largely easy to navigate and wander through stunning ridges and lakes. Kokalmuksen Kierros goes to Hoiluansärkkä via Muikkupuro. The route bypasses the reindeer stables on the way to Kokalmus Shelter. The return trip takes you to the starting point along Pitkä-Hoilua's shores. The route is marked in red. There is no...

  8. #8 - Hossa Nature Trail and Huosiuksen Huikonen

    4.8 (4)·Moderate·6.6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr

  9. #9 - Hakokosken Hujaus

    4.8 (6)·Moderate·3.2 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    Hossa National Park brings the traveler to the forests and waters of the eastern border. There are about 90 km of marked trails and about 60 km of waterways. The trails are largely easy to navigate and wander through stunning ridges and lakes. The flash of Hakokoski revolves around Syvä-Hoilua and offers magnificent ridge landscapes. The route also provides access to Huosius' whirlpool and Laukkujärvi run. The route is marked in yellow. There is no winter maintenance on the route. The car...

  10. #10 - Lihapyörre Accessible Route

    4.0 (1)·Easy·0.3 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hr
    Hossa National Park brings travel time to the forests and waters of the eastern border. There are approx. 90 km of marked trails, and approx. 60 km of waterways. The trails are mostly easy to navigate and wind through wonderful ridge and lake landscapes. There are accessible routes in the national park and in the immediate vicinity of the nature center so that everyone can enjoy the wonders of nature. The Lihayörre accessible route runs from the parking area on the west side of Somerjoki to...
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Hossa National Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Hossa National Park is Ölökyn Ylitys, which has a 4.7 star rating from 31 reviews. This trail is 3.4 mi long with an elevation gain of 944 ft.

What is the longest trail in Hossa National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Hossa National Park is Hike through Hossa. This trail is estimated to be 50.3 mi long.

How many trails are in Hossa National Park?

There are 22 trails in Hossa National Park.These trails have an average 4.6-star ratingfrom 141 AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Hossa National Park?

Hossa - Julma-Ölkky - Syrjäsalmi has the most elevation gain with 7,778 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Hike through Hossa, which has 7,437 ft of elevation gain.

Are there camping trails available in Hossa National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 5 camping trails in Hossa National Park and the most popular is Ölökyn Ähkäsy with an average 4.6 star rating from 23 community reviews.

Are there running trails available in Hossa National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 running trail in Hossa National Park which is Huosiuksen Huikonen - Lihapyörre - Kokalmuksen Kierros with an average 0.0 star rating from 0 community reviews.

Are there biking trails available in Hossa National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 2 biking trails in Hossa National Park and the most popular is Kokalmuksen Kierros with an average 4.7 star rating from 11 community reviews.

Are there any trails with lakes in Hossa National Park?

Yes, there are 18 trails with lakes in Hossa National Park, including Ölökyn Ylitys, Värikallion Kaarros, Ölökyn Ähkäsy, Hossa Nature Trail, and Laukkujärven Lenkki.

Are there any trails with ponds in Hossa National Park?

Yes, there are 19 trails with ponds in Hossa National Park, including Värikallion Kaarros, Ölökyn Ähkäsy, Hossa Nature Trail, Laukkujärven Lenkki, and Huosiuksen Huikonen.

Are there any trails with huts in Hossa National Park?

Are there any trails with bays in Hossa National Park?

Are there any trails with archaeological sites in Hossa National Park?

Yes, there are 5 trails with archaeological sites in Hossa National Park, including Ölökyn Ylitys, Värikallion Kaarros, Ölökyn Ähkäsy, Hossalaislampi - Värikallion Kaarros Trail, and Värikallion Kaarros Trail from The Holiday Center.

Are there any trails with rivers in Hossa National Park?

Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Hossa National Park?