Hiking & outdoor recreationLength1.9 km
Duration(0,5-1 h)
The Bakunkärr trail runs through diverse forest. It is possible to traverse the loop starting from the Bakunkärr parking area either clockwise or counterclockwise. Enjoy your trail lunch on rest areas located on cliffs. The rest areas are equipped with benches.
No winter maintenance
No water point
Dry toiletRemember to bring toilet paper.
Camping permittedCamping is only permitted in the immediate vicinity of marked rest areas and campfire sites and huts.
Remember to bring a trash bagThere are no waste bins on the trail. Bring along your own trash bag and take your waste out with you when leaving.
The trail can only be used during the snow-free season
Circle trailReitin voi kiertää kumpaankin suuntaan.
Campfire siteAlways check for any wildfire warnings in effect before making a fire.
Contact information
Starting point: Knutersintie 421, 04130 Sipoo.
The trail is marked with blue markings.
The trail can be walked either clockwise or counterclockwise.
From the parking area on Knutersintie road, you climb up through a spectacular hazel grove into a coniferous wood where dense spruce forests and barren pine-dominated areas alternate. Many areas are rocky.
There are tree roots and stones on the trail in places, which is why you should bring sturdy shoes. Some of the trail is paved with gravel, for instance near the parking area.
There are picnic tables along Bakunkärr trail, and duckboards in wet areas.
Halfway around Bakunkärr circle trail, there is marked trail to Bakunkärr campsite, which has a cooking shelter. There is also a campfire site, firewood shed and dry toilet. Overnight camping is allowed around the campsite.
The circle trail returns to its starting point at the end. Endpoint: Knutersintie 421, 04130 Sipoo.