Kurjenrahka National Park

27.6.2022

Forest fire warning is in force. It is forbidden to light an open fire in all camp fire sites, except in fireplaces with flues.

Along the left side of duckboard grows hare's-tail cottongrass with its flowering.

The drawn of emblem of Kurjenrahka national park. Depicted on the oval emblem is a common crane. Circling the outer rim of the emblem are the words Kurjenrahka kansallispuisto nationalpark.
Within easy reach of the historic town of Turku, the forests and marshes of Kurjenrahka are home to many wild animals and birds, including stately long-legged cranes and curious woodland owls. Ski-trails tour the silent snow-covered marshes in the winter.

Suitability: Suitable for visitors of all ages all year. The yard of the Kurjenpesä Nature Information Hut is suitable for visitors with mobility difficulties.

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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 4620
Mon-Fri 10 am-3 pm
rannikko(at) metsa.fi
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Directions

Location: In Lakeland, Southwest Finland Region in the areas of Turku, Ara, Masku, Mynämäki, Nousiainen, Pöytyä, and Rusko
Arrival: By car and public transportation. Read more >

Maps of Kurjenrahka

Various maps and brochures of Kurjenrahka.
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Trails

Hiking Trails
Nature Trail
Circle Trails
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Nature

The Diverse Mire Areas
The Diverse Old-growth Forest of Pukkipalo
Animals
Mires
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What To Do

Walking and Hiking
Skiing
Geocaching
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History and Sights

First inhabitants
The Old Boundary Mark of Kuhankuono
Parish forests
Towards Modern Times
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Services

Meals, where to buy and prepare
Waste Management
Toilets
Overnight Stays
Lodging in the Surrounding Area
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Accessibility

Part of the services are suitable for people with disabilities with the help of an assistant and also suitable for prams.
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Partners

Various services provided by partners are available.
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Kurjenrahka in Excursionmap.fi

Destination’s map (Excursionmap.fi).
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Weather

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The area is managed by Metsähallitus, Parks & Wildlife Finland, Coastal and Metropolitan Area.