The southern wilderness of the Wild Forest Reindeer invites visitors to hike.
Follow in the hoofprints of wild forest reindeer on the Peuran Polku Trail. You might even spot some of these rare animals. The park's varied wild scenery includes rockstrewn pinewoods, open bogs and lakes full of tasty fish. Use the facilities at Koirasalmi as a base for exploring the wilds.
- The largest mire wilderness in Southern Finland
- Hiking trails from day trips to multi-day routes
- Fishing, hiking
- Wild Forest reindeer
- Good service network, nature observation tower
- Koirasalmi nature information hut with services
Activities and trails
The southern wilderness of the Wild Forest Reindeer invites visitors to fish for trout
What else is there to see
Skiing, bird watching, snowshoeing, pick berries and mushrooms, cycling, swimming
Natural Features of Salamajärvi National Park
Southern Finland’s largest mire wilderness is found at Salamajärvi National Park. The park is situated in a water divide area where the mires are wet, and the bird population is large.
Nature at the siteVisitor's checklist
The National Park is a nature reserveEveryman’s Right are not valid as such in national parks.
Camp only at permitted camping sitesTemporary camping is permitted in camping areas, lean-to shelters, campfire sites and their immediate vicinity. Note! The Koirasalmi camping area and its services are subject to a fee (koirasalmi.com).
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 are no waste bins 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.