Length3.2 km
Duration(1-2 hours)
Degree of difficultyHard
The Muikkupuron mutka Trail serves those in need of an accessible route, hikers and bicyclists as well as all other hiker groups. The accessible trail leads to the Muikkupuro lean-to shelter through magnificent esker and shoreline landscapes, the most beautiful part of Hossa. The lean-to shelter is located between two lakes with clear waters connected by the stream flowing past the shelter. Muikkupuro combines the sandy heaths and clear water courses typical of the park.
- Multi-purpose trailYou can hike, bike, snowshoe or run along the trail. Please note other trail users (moving at different speeds)
- Campfire siteAlways check for any wildfire warnings in effect before making a fire.
- Demanding accessible nature trailReitillä liikkumiseen voidaan tarvita avustaja ja luonnossa liikkumiseen tarkoitettu tai sitä helpottava apuväline.
- 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 point
- No winter maintenance
Contact information
The Muikkupuro Accessible Trail starts from the Hossalaislammet parking area. There is an accessible toilet at the parking area.
The trail runs along the open pine heaths of Hossa and is 1 to 1.5 metres wide.
There are small gentle climbs and descents in the middle of the trail. There is a steep descent at the end of the trail, where an assistant is needed. The trail is surfaced with is rock ash, and the base is flat. There are a few benches for resting along the trail.
The Muikkupuro lean-to shelter is located between two clear lakes, Iso-Valkeainen and Keski-Valkeainen, which are connected by a stream flowing past the lean-to shelter. There is a sandy beach at the mouth of the stream on the shore of Keski-Valkeainen where you can swim. The beach is not accessible, as it has a small bluff. There is no official beach in the area.
There is an accessible toilet near the lean-to shelter.
Muikkupuron mutka is part of the Kokalmuksen kierros Trail.