Tartumaa

Best Camping Spots

Explore a curated selection of camping and backcountry sites across Tartu County, primarily managed by the RMK (State Forest Management Centre). These locations offer essential outdoor infrastructure, including prepared fire pits with firewood, dry toilets, and designated tent areas. The list spans diverse landscapes, from the banks of the Emajõgi and Ahja Rivers to the shores of Lake Kaiu and Lake Pangodi, featuring both remote forest huts and accessible spots near Tartu city.

Kukeseene lõkkekoht

RMK site near Lake Kaiu featuring a prepared fire pit, benches, and designated spaces for tents.

Kukemetsa metsaonn

Small RMK forest hut providing basic wooden shelter and backcountry camping facilities in the Kaiu Lake area.

RMK Rasti (Londoni) lõkkekoht

Riverside camping area on the banks of the Emajõgi River featuring a covered fire pit and picnic table.

Tiksoja lõkkekoht

Accessible RMK site located in the Tiksoja forest near Tartu, featuring a fire pit and picnic facilities.

RMK Naela lõkkekoht

Small RMK camping spot on the bank of the Emajõgi River with a basic fire pit.

Ahja lõkkekoht

RMK riverside site along the Ahja River equipped with a fire pit and tenting space.

Kure Turismitalu

Private tourism farm offering managed camping spaces and facilities near the Emajõgi River.

RMK Pangodi telkimisala

Managed camping area on the shore of Lake Pangodi with fire pits, public toilets, and swimming access.

RMK Palumäe

Elevated RMK site near Lake Pangodi featuring a fire pit and scenic views of the surrounding landscape.

RMK Kaiu järve lõkkekoht

Large shoreline site at Lake Kaiu with multiple fire pits, accessible facilities, and 24/7 public access.

Laululuige lõkkekoht

RMK site located along the Ilmatsalu-Kärevere hiking trail, featuring a fire pit and dry toilet.

Latika lõkkekoht

Backcountry camping spot on the Emajõgi River bank, accessible by water or via the local hiking trail.

Otisaare lõkkekoht

Remote RMK site within the Emajõgi-Suursoo nature reserve, providing a fire pit and basic tenting area.

Ahvena lõkkekoht

Riverbank camping location on the Emajõgi River featuring an open fire pit and backcountry facilities.

Kiviranna Holiday Home

Holiday park on the shore of Lake Võrtsjärv offering caravan sites, tent areas, and shower facilities.