Korouoma is a stunning day trip destination year-round. The area also offers a longer trail for those seeking an extended hike.
Korouoma is an impressive 30-kilometre canyon. It is part of a bedrock fracture zone created hundreds of millions of years ago. Numerous ponds, lakes and small rivers add variety to the canyon landscape. The area offers a wide range of opportunities for hiking, observing nature and learning about the traditions of forest use. In winter, Korouoma invites ice climbing enthusiasts to the finest destinations in Finland.
- Most magnificent frozen waterfalls in Finland
- Rugged rock walls of the canyon
- The dark river is surrounded by herb-rich forests and hills
- Day trip trails and a hiking trail for those interested in a longer trek
Activities and trails
Experience the winter wonderland of Korouoma with snowshoes.
Korouoma is the largest and best-known ice climbing site in Finland among climbers.
What else is there to see
Bird Watching, fishing, picking berries and mushrooms, geocaching
Nature of Korouoma
Korouoma is an impressive canyon with rugged rock faces. The landscapes range from green herb-rich groves to old-growth forests and aapa mires.
Nature at the siteVisitor's checklist
Camp only at permitted camping sitesCamping is only permitted in the immediate vicinity of designated rest and campfire sites, and huts. Camping is forbidden in the herb-rich forest reserve.
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 leashDog waste should be cleaned away from the paths.
Be prepared for areas with limited or no mobile network coverageRemember to take a paper map and compass.