The large water expanses and labyrinthine archipelago of Lake Haukivesi are also ideal for beginner paddlers, and excursion harbours make convenient places to stop along a paddling trip.

• The accessible canoe pier at Sammakkoniemi.
• There are no marked canoeing routes in the park, but good places for setting off include the Sammakkoniemi camping site on Linnansaari Island: WGS84 - lat. 62o06.082 lon. 28o31.033 / ETRS-TM35FIN – P: 6886399 I: 579199,
• Porosalmi in Rantasalmi (Porosalmentie 313 58900 Rantasalmi), Oravi (Kiramontie 27 58130 Oravi) or Mustalahti Marina in Rantasalmi (Mustalahdentie 138 58900 Rantasalmi).
• Linnansaari National Park is also great for longer canoeing excursions if you bring your own tent. The park is approximately 40 kilometres from end to end, so it is best to reserve between five and seven days for the excursion. If you want an even longer trip, you can continue to Lake Joutenvesi and Kolovesi National Park.
• Please note that landing and movement in restricted areas is prohibited between 1 January and 15 July.