The trails in Inari hiking area lead you for day trips to the most beautiful landscapes of the region.
Inari is the center of the Sámi people in Finland, located on the shores of Lake Inari. Explore the homeland of the Sámi on day trips. The area's natural and cultural attractions offer plenty to experience for a longer holiday as well. Sámi Museum and Northern Lapland Nature Centre Siida is a good starting point for your excursion.
- Inari hiking area is located in the homeland of the Sámi people
- Sámi Museum Siida and Northern Lapland Nature Centre, Museum of the Year 2024
- Lake Inarijärvi and its thousands of islands as well as rivers, lakes, pine forests, hills and fells
- Hiking trails for day trips in all seasons, including accessible trails
- Fishing destinations for fly fishing and ice fishing
- Unlimited options for paddling excursions
Activities and trails
The fishing waters of Lake Inari are naturally rich. Many fish species thrive in the clean waters of Inari.
One of Finland's largest lakes, Inarijärvi offers canoeists a vast number of starting points and routes.
Maastopyöräily on sallittu Inarin retkeilyalueella jokaisenoikeudella.
What else is there to see
Visit to Siida, exploring natural and cultural attractions, boating on lake inari, skiing in inari hiking area
The nature and cultural heritage of the Inari hiking area
The natural beauty of Inari Hiking Area is captivating. The area is dominated by Lake Inarijärvi, the clearest and cleanest of Finland’s large lakes.
Nature at the siteVisitor's checklist
Take the Sámi cultural environment into considerationWhen out in nature, behave in such a way that does not disrespect the Sámis' sacred places meaning or degrade their condition.
Everyman’s Right apply in the hiking areaMovement and camping under everyman's right are allowed except on Islands Hautuumaasaaret of Lake Inari and the wilderness church of Pielpajärvi and its field. Those areas are protected under the Antiquities Act. Camping, making fires, and disturbing the soil are prohibited on the Islands Hautuumaasaaret and at the wilderness church of Pielpajärvi.
Make campfires only in designated sitesAlways check the current wildfire warning before making a fire. During a wildfire warning, fires are only allowed in 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 leashDog waste must be cleaned off the trails.
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.