Walking in Petkeljärvi National Park is like walking in a picture postcard. There are a total of around 10 kilometres of marked trails in the park.
At Petkeljärvi, you feel like a part of nature as ancient pines hum, ponds shimmer, and your steps follow a ridge over 10,000 years old. The war history of Petkeljärvi and the border Karelian culture of the village of Möhkö also speak to you.
- Ancient forests with their old-growth pines
- Ridge trails bordered by wilderness lakes
- Day hiking trails and connections to longer trekking routes
- Outdoor centre, caravan area and camping area
Activities and trails
Petkeljärvi National Park is brilliant for canoeing.
What else is there to see
Geocaching, fishing, mountain biking, hiking, swimming, boating
Natural Features of Petkeljärvi National Park
The forested esker ridges and rugged lake scenery of Petkeljärvi National Park create a wilderness-like atmosphere. The soundscape is filled with the rustling and creaking of old-growth trees.
Nature at the siteVisitor's checklist
The National Park is a nature reserveEveryman’s Right are not valid as such in national parks.
Always keep pets on a leashDog waste should be cleaned away from the paths.
Make campfires only in designated sitesTarkista aina voimassa oleva maastopalovaroitus ennen tulentekoa. When a wild fire warning has been issued, fires may only be lit in the campfire hut.
Camp only at permitted camping sitesCamping is only permitted in the immediate vicinity of designated rest and campfire sites, and huts.
Remember to bring a trash bagBring a trash bag and take the trash with you or to the recycling point.
Be prepared for areas with limited or no mobile network coverageRemember to take a paper map and compass.