Hiking & outdoor recreationLength4.2 km
Duration(2 hours)
Degree of difficultyEasy
The thematic trail follows the shores of the Lemmenjoki River, offering beautiful views over the river and its surroundings. On the way, you can see old deer pits that shed light on the history and traditions of the region. The trail passes through a pine forest, where you can enjoy a quiet forest landscape. Along the thematic trail, you can find the Muurahaislampi campfire site, where you can enjoy a snack and admire the surrounding nature. Go towards the esker from the Muurahaislampi Pond, and you will be greeted with a view of the grounds of Kaapin Jouni, the old homestead of a famous Sámi family located on the other side of the Lemmenjoki River that has both cultural and historical significance. The trail is marked on trees with green dots of paint. The thematic trail is rocky but otherwise easy, so it is suitable as a day trip destination for families and beginners.
Circle trail
The trail can only be used during the snow-free season
Campfire siteAlways check for any wildfire warnings in effect before making a fire.
Camping permittedCamping is only permitted in the immediate vicinity of marked rest areas and campfire sites and huts.
Dry toiletRemember to bring toilet paper.
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.
No water pointThe Muurahaislampi Pond is located along the trail; we recommend boiling your water.
Contact information
Starting pointNjurkulahti parking area
The trail will start from Parking area of Metsähallitus, about 1.5 km from centre of Njurkulahti village.
When walking the nature trail clockwise, you first travel 1.6 km through flat pine terrain. At the first intersection, turn right.
After 100 meters, turn right again and continue through the ridge landscape towards the northeast. From the ridge, there are views of the river, and closer to Muurahaislampi, also views of the Kaapin Jouni estate. At 1,5 km, there is a campfire site at Muurahaislampi.
It is 800 meters from Muurahaislampi back to the parking area.
End pointNjurkulahti parking area