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Pieni Karhunkierros Little Bear's Trail Guided Hike in Oulanka
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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We can accommodate dietary needs such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please kindly indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Discover the beauty of Oulanka National Park on a guided hike along the famous Pieni Karhunkierros (Little Bear’s Trail), one of Finland’s most scenic day trails. Located in the southern part of the park, the route follows landscapes shaped by the Kitkajoki River, featuring roaring rapids, steep cliffs, suspension bridges, and peaceful old-growth forests.
Little Bear’s Trail follows parts of its big brother, the Karhunkierros Trail, leading you to some of the park’s most iconic viewpoints. Your local guide shares stories about northern nature, wildlife, and life in the Finnish outdoors while you enjoy breathtaking scenery and great photo opportunities.
The hike is taken at a relaxed pace w...
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in Finnish & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in Finnish & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Pick-up + drop-off in Ruka and Kuusamo center area
National Park maintenance fee
Trail snacks by the campfire made from local ingredients.
You need your own outdoor clothing and shoes suitable for the current weather.
Meeting Points
Departure
Pieni Karhunkierros Circle Trail
Meeting point is the parking lot in the end of Juumantie. Your guide will meet you next to the Karhunkierros info sign/map
Return
Pieni Karhunkierros Little Bear's Trail Guided Hike in Oulanka
About
Discover the beauty of Oulanka National Park on a guided hike along the famous Pieni Karhunkierros (Little Bear’s Trail), one of Finland’s most scenic day trails. Located in the southern part of the park, the route follows landscapes shaped by the Kitkajoki River, featuring roaring rapids, steep cliffs, suspension bridges, and peaceful old-growth forests.
Little Bear’s Trail follows parts of its big brother, the Karhunkierros Trail, leading you to some of the park’s most iconic viewpoints. Your local guide shares stories about northern nature, wildlife, and life in the Finnish outdoors while you enjoy breathtaking scenery and great photo opportunities.
The hike is taken at a relaxed pace w...
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in Finnish & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in Finnish & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Pick-up + drop-off in Ruka and Kuusamo center area
National Park maintenance fee
Trail snacks by the campfire made from local ingredients.
You need your own outdoor clothing and shoes suitable for the current weather.
Meeting Points
Departure
Pieni Karhunkierros Circle Trail
Meeting point is the parking lot in the end of Juumantie. Your guide will meet you next to the Karhunkierros info sign/map
Return
Itinerary
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Oulanka National Park
Southern part of Oulanka National Park, which is one of Finland's most famous national parks, where you can admire stunning waterfalls and scenic canyon valleys.
1 hour
2
Myllykoski Rapids in Oulanka National Park, Kuusamo
Myllykoski rapids and Kitkajoki river, old mill.
30 minutes
3
Jyrava Rapids
The 9-metre high Jyrävä is a massive waterfall in Kuusamo. It is located in the Oulanka National Park, in the lower reaches of the River Kitkajoki. The river is surrounded by rugged rock walls, and the water squeezes through a narrow "chute" in the bedrock and into a pool below. The fall was named after its sound, for the rumbling can be heard from great distance (rumbling is "jyrinä" in Finnish). Out of all the waterfalls in Finland, Jyrävä has one of the biggest flow rates, and there is plenty of water even after the spring floods.
