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Lapland Nature & Hiking

Explore the diverse landscapes of Inari and the Urho Kekkonen National Park through this selection of natural landmarks. The list features the 546-meter Kiilopää fell, the multi-tiered Ravadasköngäs waterfall, and the Korkia-Maura ice cave, where ice remains frozen throughout the summer. It also highlights historical sites including ancient Sámi sacrificial stones, traditional tar pits, and the rugged Hammastunturi Wilderness Area, alongside dedicated birdwatching towers in key wetland habitats.

Lapland Nature & Hiking — Карта

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A

Kiilopää

A 546-meter fell on the border of Inari and Sodankylä, serving as a primary gateway to Urho Kekkonen National Park.

B

Ravadas Falls

A multi-tiered waterfall located along the Ravadasjoki river within Lemmenjoki National Park.

C

Mielikköjärvi lintutorni

A birdwatching tower overlooking Lake Mielikköjärvi, used for observing Arctic water birds and migratory species.

D

Juurakovuopajan lintutoni

An observation tower situated in a wetland area near Ivalo, positioned for birdwatching during spring and autumn migrations.

E

Toivoniemi bird-watching tower

Located in Kaamanen, this tower is a known site for observing northern bird species and wetland wildlife.

F

Korkia-Maura ice cave

A natural cave on an island in Lake Inari where a layer of ice typically persists year-round due to the cave's microclimate.

G

The border between Russia and Finland

A viewpoint near the eastern frontier marking the international boundary between Finland and the Russian Federation.

H

Kaunispään torni

An observation tower atop the 438-meter Kaunispää fell, providing 360-degree views of the Saariselkä wilderness.

I

Kulmakuru

A deep gorge and viewpoint in the Saariselkä fell area, accessible via established hiking trails.

J

Hammastunturi Wilderness Area

A 1,825-square-kilometer protected area featuring rugged fells, pine forests, and a history of gold prospecting along the Ivalojoki river.

K

Bear's den Stone

A large, hollow tafoni boulder formed by weathering, featuring a cavity large enough for visitors to enter.

L

Muinainen uhripaikka

An archaeological site consisting of an ancient Sámi sacrificial stone used for spiritual offerings.

M

Appisköngäs

A set of rapids located on the Appisjoki river within the Hammastunturi Wilderness Area.

N

Tervahauta

A historical tar pit used for the traditional production of pine tar, an important local commodity in previous centuries.

O

Surmaköngäs

Significant rapids on the Ivalojoki river, known for their steep drop and role in the region's gold mining history.