Urho Kekkonen National Park

A snow-covered spruce forest, a dark sky illuminated by northern lights can be seen above the forest.

The emblem of Urho Kekkonen national park. The oval emblem features a golden eagle flying over the fells. Around the emblem is written: Urho Kekkosen, kansallispuisto, nationalpark.

Trek through this magnificent arctic fell country on foot or on skis, finding your way to a welcoming wilderness hut for the night. This vast park extends eastwards from the resort of Saariselkä through the wilderness of Finnish Lapland all the way to the Russian border. The remote fell of Korvatunturi is famous among Finns as the home of Father Christmas. The night sky is illuminated by the Aurora Borealis in winter and the Midnight Sun in summer.

Suitability: Perfect for both experienced hikers and families with children.

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The area is managed by Metsähallitus, Parks & Wildlife Finland.

This is the web page nationalparks.fi/urhokekkonen