Helvetinjärvi National Park is an excellent day trip destination. There are approximately 40 km of marked trails.
Helvetinjärvi National Park is a masterpiece of natural forces, with rugged, enchanting landscapes. You can admire the Helvetinjärvi rift valley and the narrow cut of Helvetinkolu Gorge from scenic lookout points. The magnificent natural sandy beach at Haukanhieta is the perfect rest spot for a summer’s day.
- Lakes, rift valleys and lush forests
- Hiking trails for everything from day trips to overnight camping
- Opportunities for rock climbing
- Rental hut
- Wide-ranging rest areas
Activities and trails
Haukkajärvi and Iso Helvetinjärvi are wilderness lakes that are well suited for paddling.
What else is there to see
Climbing, fishing, mountain biking, skiing, geocatching, snowshoeing, pick berries and mushrooms, swimming
Natural Features of Helvetinjärvi National Park
The speciality of Helvetinjärvi National Park are the two ancient gorges. The narrow gorge lakes carry on as far as the eye can see. The park is home to diverse rock and forest scenery.
Nature at the siteVisitor's checklist
The National Park is a nature reserveEveryman’s Right are not valid as such in national parks.
Camp only at permitted camping sitesCamping is only permitted at camping sites marked on the map.
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 a waste container in the parking area. Bring a garbage bag and take the garbage to the waste container.
Always keep pets on a leashDog waste should be cleaned away from the paths.