What's Currently Happening in Tiilikkajärvi National Park 

Check for Warnings

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. 

Drawing of a fireplace. The drawing shows the roof, the flue and off the ground.

Cross Country Ski Trails
Winter Hiking Conditions
Winter Hiking Tips


Hiking Conditions

(Updated May 28th 2024)

There is typical summer conditions in Tiilikkajärvi National Park. The terrain of Tiilikkajärvi National Park is relatively flat and quite easy, but we recommend wearing sturdy footwear such as hiking shoes.

Always check the situation regarding grass and forest fire warnings before embarking on your trip at ilmatieteenlaitos.fi/warnings (Finnish Meteorological Institute's warnings). If there is a grass or forest fire warning in effect, fires are allowed only in the fireplaces at Koseva wilderness hut or Uitonkämppä rental hut.

Ferry boats for crossing Selkäsalmi are now in operation. Instructions for using the ferry boats can be found on the side of the storage boxes adjacent to the boats. The storage boxes also contain life jackets for users of the boats.


 


The rowing boats of Uitonkämppä at Sammakkotammen Sahi and at hut are also available for renters of the hut to use. Renters of the cabin will receive information about the boats along with their booking confirmation.

Please note the restrictions on movement in the wetland areas. Access and landing are completely prohibited in Sarvisuo, Alussuo, Honkasuo, and Hietasuo from April 15th to July 15th. These areas are mainly located further away from the hiking trails, but they can be checked on the map.

Please ensure that dogs and other pets are kept on a leash at all times.

Please notice the movement restrictions in the esker areas of Pohjoisniemi and Kalmoniemi. Movement and landing are only allowed on designated trails, camping areas, and marked landing sites on the map. All the restriction areas are marked on the all maps.

Please note that camping is allowed only in the Koseva and Venäjänhiekka camping areas. This restriction is valid throughout the year. See restriction areas on the map (PDF 8,3, Mt, Julkaisut.metsa.fi, brochure only in Finnish at the moment, map also in English).
 

Hiking Tips

(1st November 2023)

Get to know The Outdoor Guide to Finland’s National Parks. There you can find good instructions for preparing your next hike or outdoor excursion.

Please note that trails in the Tiilikkajärvi National Park do not have winter maintenance. Check the weather forecast and the current snow situation (en.ilmatieteenlaitos.fi). Prepare with supporting hiking boots and use snowshoes or forest skis in the deep snow. Check out the equipment rental opportunities offered by our partners.
 

News from Tiilikkajärvi

Tips for Outdoors

Knife and firewood.
Outdoor Guide: Making a fire