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03/01/2025 at 15:22

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The gas stove has been removed from the Hammaskota Campfire Shelter in Urho Kekkonen National Park

The gas stove has been permanently removed from the Hammaskota Campfire Shelter 14.4.2025.

Piirroskuva pulkkailijasta, piirroksen yhteydessä symboli peukku alaspäin.

01/15/2025 at 09:49

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Sledging on hiking trails creates dangerous situations

Using a sled on official hiking trails in nature reserves and other excursion destinations is allowed, for example, for pulling a child or a load. Sledding or sliding downhill endangers the safety of the sledder and can create dangerous situations for other hikers.

Hiihtäjä tunturin valkoisilla hangilla. Taustalla taivaalla muutamia harsopilviä.

01/14/2025 at 14:40

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Avoid moving in avalanche terrain

Avalanches are possible even in Finland. Everyone heading to fell areas should prepare and assess the risks in advance.

Winter Maintenance of Roads Leading to the Urho Kekkonen National Park Boundary

There are several roads leading to the border of Urho Kekkonen National Park. Not all roads have winter maintenance. This news article compiles information about road maintenance.

04/17/2025 at 15:23

Closed Hiking Structures in Urho Kekkonen National Park

Some locations in Urho Kekkonen National Park have been closed temporarily or permanently. The updated list of closed locations can be found in this news article.

Kaksi aikuista ja lapsi kävelee kaarisilllalla talvisen metsän keskellä.

12/17/2024 at 10:30

The lighting on the Aurora Trail is temporarily out of service in Urho Kekkonen National Park.

The lighting on the Aurora Trail is temporarily out of service. Major earthworks are required to fix the problem. The repair work will begin in 2025. When heading to the trail, we recommend equipping yourself with a headlamp.