Hiking & outdoor recreationLength2.6 km
Duration(3 hours)
The trail starts at the Pielpavuono Fjord, which can be reached by a Lake Inarijärvi cruise ship or a canoe in the summer. The cruise ship will only stop in the Pielpavuono Fjord upon request, weather permitting. The trail passes through a beautiful and rocky forest. The well-marked, rocky trail criss-crossed by roots offers great views over forest lakes. The height differences on the trail are minor. The trail leads to the Pielpajärvi Wilderness Church, from where you return to Inari along the Pielpajärvi Wilderness Church Trail. The distance to Inari from the Pielpavuono Fjord via the church is 9 kilometres.
The area/trail is not safe to use during the winter
The trail can only be used during the snow-free seasonThe trail is marked with orange wooden posts.
Campfire siteAlways check for any wildfire warnings in effect before making a fire.
Camping permittedCamping is allowed under everyman’s rights. Camping is prohibited in the archaeological area, within a radius of half a kilometre from the church.
HutPielpajärvi and Pielpavuono Day-use hut.
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 pointWe recommend to boil the natural water.
Contact information
Start point Pielpavuono ETRS89 (~WGS84) 68° 56.167', 27° 09.424' ETRS-TM35FIN 7647248, 506300
The first section follows the shore of the Pielpavuono Fjord. The wettest parts at the bottom of the Pielpavuono Fjord are gravelled. The trail runs through an old-growth pine forest where large roots and stones make it difficult to travel.
After a kilometre, you will reach a wet strip of land between Lake Pikku Pielpajärvi and Lake Äimäjärvi, where you can catch a glimpse of forest lakes.The journey continues along a beautiful old-growth pine forest with centuries-old trees.
You will arrive to the church plot from southeast. In the summer, the church plot is maintained by fenced sheep. You can reach the church through two gates. From Lake Pielpajärvi, you will return to Inari along the Church Trail.