Leivonmäki National Park

9.1.2024
Koskikaran kierros -nature trail and Rutalahti connecting trail are closed due to the ice that has covered the bridge on Rutajoki river.
Foaming rapids. Trees along the edges of the rapids.

The drawn emblem of Leivonmäki national park. A European nightjar sitting on a branch is depicted inside the oval symbol. The text Leivonmäki - kansallispuisto - national park wraps around the outer edge of the emblem.
Leivonmäki's forests, lakes and marshes can be explored on family-friendly paths, including enticing duckboard trails. Enjoy your picnic in delightful scenery by the lakeside or up on an esker ridge.

Suitability: Suitable for visitors of all ages all year. The Harjujärvi cooking shelter and its surroundings are accessible.

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Before the Trip

Responsible hiking - get to know the National Park’s rules and safety tips.
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Customer Service

Tel. int. +358 206 39 5270
sisasuomi(at)metsa.fi
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Directions

Location: In Lakeland, Central Finland Region in the areas of Joutsa
Arrival: By car and public transportation
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Maps of Leivonmäki

Various maps and brochures of Leivonmäki.
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Trails

From trails accessible with wheelchair to mountain bike trails.
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Nature

Forests, Mires, Islands, Unbuilt shores and Birds.
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What To Do

Nature trails and marked trails, berries and mushrooms.
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What To See

Lakes, Rivers. Eskers formed during the Glacial period.
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A shelter and benches by a fire place.

Services

Campfire shelters, lodges, camping.
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Accessibility

In Leivonmäki National Park you can hike, warm up your packed lunch and find accessible accommodation.
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Partners

Various services provided by partners are available.
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History

Get to know the history surrounding Leivonmäki National park.
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Leivonmäki in Excursionmap.fi

Destination’s map (Excursionmap.fi).
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Weather

See the local weather (en.ilmatieteenlaitos.fi).
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The area is managed by Metsähallitus, Parks & Wildlife Finland.

This is the web page nationalparks.fi/leivonmaki