Hiking & outdoor recreationLength1.6 km
Duration(1-1,5 h)
Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the open heath forest on the demanding Hakin helpompi Accessible Trail. Between the trees, you can catch a glimpse of Lake Puruvesi, Saimaa, which is famous for its clear waters. The section following the Puistometsäntie Road is surrounded on both sides by impressive larch trees, which are more than 100 years old. When you reach the end of the trail, a relaxed picnic at the Karjalankallio lean-to shelter will hit the spot! The trail is easy to walk and thus suitable for both fit and less active visitors. If you are looking for a longer journey, you can combine the Hakin helpompi Trail with the nearby Karjalankallion huilaus Trail. There are thematic trail boards by the trail, instructing you to become a responsible hiker. You can put your knowledge to a test in the Outdoor Etiquette game, which you can access by scanning the QR codes on the boards. It should be noted that cycling and driving are allowed on the road. The speed limit on the road is 30 km/h.
Circle trail
Campfire siteYou can make a campfire at the Karjalankallio campfire site even if the wildfire warning is in effect.
Accessible trail
Dry toiletThe toilet is accessible.
Remember to bring a trash bag
No water point
Camping not permitted
No winter maintenance
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Contact information
The starting point of the trail is the Karjalankallio parking area, Puistometsäntie 279, Savonlinna.
The first section of the trail leads approximately 150 metres towards the Karjalankallio campsite. Turn left at the junction. When at the junction, you can also make a side trip to the nearby Karjalankallio lean-to shelter by turning right instead of left.
Descend around 300 metres to towards the shore of Lake Puruvesi. At the beginning of the descent, the Karjalankallio lean-to shelter is on your right side.
The trail runs approximately 400 metres along the shoreline, after which you will turn left and soon arrive to the Puistometsäntie Road.
The Puistometsäntie Road is even – rising slightly at the end – for approximately half a kilometre, after which you will return to the starting point, the Karjalankallio parking area.
There are thematic trail boards that instruct you to become a responsible hiker along the trail, and you can find the connected Outdoor Etiquette game by scanning the QR code.
The Karjalankallio campsite near the starting point of the trail has a covered lean-to shelter with a campfire site, a woodshed and a dry toilet.
The trail crosses another accessible trail – the Karjalankallion huilaus Trail.