Avoid moving in avalanche terrain

Those moving outside marked trails can easily end up in avalanche terrain. The avalanche risk is also influenced by factors such as the amount of snow and weather conditions, so the situation can change quickly. Everyone moving outside marked trails should be aware of what kind of terrain is safe to move in. It is safe to move on marked trails, but every hiker should be aware of the basic safety aspects.

Read a concise information package about safe hiking in avalanche areas.
You can check the avalanche forecast from the Finnish Meteorological Institute's web site ilmatieteenlaitos.fi.