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Hietajärvi Before the Snow: A Short Hike to a Lapland Lake in Early Winter

Winter’s icy, snowy fingertips have already brushed parts of the Lapland wilderness, but the whole region is still waiting for the thick, lasting blanket of snow to arrive. While thinking about this, I found a story in my memories and photo archives from a trip a few winters ago. That day I got to see […]

Heading to Finland to See the Northern Lights? Here’s How to Maximize Your Chances

The Northern Lights, also known as the Aurora Borealis, are a mesmerizing natural phenomenon that fulfill the dreams of many travelers and nature enthusiasts. Northern Lapland, particularly places like Inari and Utsjoki, offers an excellent opportunity to witness this awe-inspiring spectacle. In this article, we will share tips on how to maximize your chances of […]

Short hiking route in Jyppyrä hill offers a complete view towards the great fells of Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park

➡ 1 km nature trail ⚫⚫⚪ Moderate: steep hill side? Shelter with a campfire spot? Lapland Visitor Center address: Peuratie 15, Enontekiö In the village Hetta in Enontekiö there is a nice walking route up the hill Jyppyrä for a day trip if you are in the area. The route starts from the yard of the Fell Lapland […]

One trip, three countries – Winter trekking from Kilpisjärvi

We arrived to Kilpisjärvi on Monday evening. We parked our car and started skiing across the lake. The sun was just going behind the hills and the weather felt a bit colder than we had expected. When we came to Kolttalahti, we started to look for a place to camp. Near Swedish border we found […]