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Outdoor destinations
Suuria kivenlohkareita vedessä merenrannassa.

Visit the Bothnian Sea National Park and explore Finland’s most pristine marine waters. Immerse yourself in history on former fortress islands and explore fascinating lighthouse structures on lighthouse islands. The Bothnian Sea National Park consists of a 160 km long strip of barren islets and islands in the outermost archipelago, which stretches as a narrow strip from Merikarvia to Kustavi. More than 90% of the park area is water. The Bothnian Sea National Park is suitable for the whole family all year round. Many islands are suitable excursion destinations and can be reached by boat or canoe, with boat transports arranged for several destinations.

  • The most pristine marine waters in Finland
  • Six different archipelagos in one
  • Former fortress islands have a military history
  • Three lighthouse islands: Isokari, Kylmäpihlaja and Säppi
  • Some islands can also be reached even if you do not have a boat of your own

Activities and trails

Boating

Boating in the Bothnian Sea National Park

Paddling

Paddling in the Bothnian Sea National Park

Aallot lyövät sileään kallioon merenrannassa.

Natural features of Bothnian Sea National Park

In the Bothnian Sea National Park, the earth’s upthrust significantly affects the nature. The islands are usually small in size and the waters surrounding are shallow.

Nature at the site

Visitor's checklist

  • The National Park is a nature reserveEveryman’s Right are not valid as such in national parks.
  • Temporary camping in the area is allowedTemporary camping with Everyman’s Right is allowed, except for parking areas. You can stay overnight in motorhomes in the parking area.
  • Overnight at the cruise port is allowedYou may keep a boat in the excursion port for a maximum of 2 days.
  • Make campfires only in designated sitesAlways check the current wildfire warning before making a fire. During a wildfire warning, fires are only allowed in cooking shelters with a chimney.
  • Remember to bring a trash bagThere is no recycling point in the area. Bring a trash bag and take the trash with you.
  • Always keep pets on a leashAlso remember a dog waste bag and clean up after your dog.
  • Be prepared for areas with limited or no mobile network coverageRemember to take a paper map and compass.
Instructions and rules