Go wilderness trekking amidst the beautiful scenery of the Upper Savo region.
Tiilikkajärvi National Park is a vast and diverse natural destination. It includes delicate, dry ridges and extensive aapa mires, as well as wilderness lakes and other water bodies. The history and livelihoods of the border region, from lake ore production to forestry, still glimmer in the wilderness landscape.
- Beautiful sandy beaches and ridges.
- Layers of cultural history amidst the forests.
- Trails for the independent hiker, but also for casual visitors.
- Suitable for beginner kayaking enthusiasts.
- Traditional style ski tracks in early spring.
Activities and trails
The season for off-track skiing begins already in early winter. In late winter, skiing is done on classic style tracks.
As the Tiilikka lake does not have any wide open areas or currents, it is ideal for beginners in canoeing.
What else is there to see
Lumikenkäily, fishing, uiminen, geokätköily
Natural features of Tiilikkajärvi National Park
Tiilikkajärvi National Park was established to preserve wilderness-like lake, river and esker ecosystems, as well as the open aapa bogs surrounding Lake Tiilikka.
Nature at the siteVisitor's checklist
The national park is a nature reserveEveryman’s Right does not apply as such in national parks.
Camp only at permitted camping sitesCamping is only permitted at designated sites, which are the camping sites of Venäjänhiekka and Koseva.
Make campfires only in designated sitesDuring a wildfire warning, making fires is prohibited.
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.