Renovation works on the structures of the Ruunaa hiking area continue
(Published 18th of July 2024)
During week 30 (July 22-26, 2024), maintenance work will be carried out at the Horkka rest area, and now it is Horkka's lean-to shelter's turn to get a new roof. Therefore, if you are seeking peace, it is advisable to head to other lean-to shelters for overnight stays. The work will be done during the daytime from 7 AM to 5 PM.
Horkka lean-to shelter on the Excursionmap (excursionmap.fi)
The basic renovations of the Ruunaa campfire sites and structures have been completed in recent weeks in Lakkapää, Mutikaisenkari, Murroojärvi, Murrookangas, Haapavitja, and Siikakoski parking areas. Renovation work will continue throughout the summer.
(Published 3rd of July 2024)
Next week (week 28) 8-12 24 July, renovation work is being done at the Murroojärvi rest area. In this case, e.g. the roof of the lean-to shelter is being renewed, so you should head to the other lean-to shelters to stay the night, if you don't want to be woken up for hammering. The work takes place between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Murroojärvi lean-to shelter in Excursionmap (retkikartta.fi).
The Demanding Accessible Neitikoski Trail is open again
(Published 24th of May 2024)
The repairs on the demanding accessible Neitikoski Trai have been completed and the trail will be open again from the evening of Friday 24 May 2024 onwards. The work will continue at the end of summer from August 19, 2024, when the trail will be closed again.
Renovation works on the structures of the Ruunaa camping area continue - Neitikoski broadwalk bridge will be partially closed during the renovation works
(Published 6th of May 2024)
The accessible boardwalk bridge at Neitikoski will be partially closed for customer safety during the route renovation period in the spring from May 6th to May 30th, 2024, and from August 19th onwards at least until the end of October.
Extensive service infrastructure and signage improvements are being developed and enhanced at the Ruunaa hiking area with separate funding allocated by the Parliament for the years 2023–2025. The development project focuses on improving and renovating structures required for accessible routes and fishing. The renovations will continue throughout the coming summer.
During the upcoming summer, Metsähallitus will be renovating the accessible route at Neitikoski, as well as fishing docks and fire pits. In addition to the accessible route at Neitikoski, trail markings throughout the Ruunaa area will be renewed this summer, and boardwalks, shelters, and fire pits will be renovated.
We will provide information about maintenance work, its timing, and its impact on hiking on this News page
Tips for the spring season excursions
(Updated 3th of May 2024)
When wildfire warnings (en.ilmatieteenlaitos.fi) are in effect, fire is only allowed at covered campfire sites that have a flue. A fire can be also lit in fireplaces at wilderness and other huts. Always use extreme caution when handling fire. The one who lights a fire is always responsible for its safe use. Please note, that making fire at these campfire sites can be banned locally. 
