Iso- Enskeri
The coastal zone of Iso-Enskeri varies from sandy beaches to boulder-covered shores. The centre of the island has old coniferous forest and a few small ponds. Visitors can find an ancient shoreline on the north-east shore of the island.
Location
Pori, Coordinates (WGS84): P 61˚40, 573' I 21˚22, 557'
Directions and maps
- The nearest port accessible by car is Reposaari, Santunranta; Coordinates (WGS84): N 61°37,0’ - E21°2 6 , 4’
- Topographic map 1:50 000 M324 Mäntyluoto
- Basic map1:25 000 M3244 Tahkoluoto
- Nautical chart series E Bothnian Sea, 1:50 000.
- Retkikartta.fi
- Excursionmap.fi
Access by boat
Access to the Iso-Enskeri Island from the channel to the west to the pier at the southern end of the island, where the boat can be moored at the pier or buoy.
Services in Iso-Enskeri
- Pier
- Mooring method: buoy.
- Side-on mooring is also possible for small boats.
- Depth 2.0 m
- Nature trail 1.3 km
- Information board
- Campfire site
- Dry toilet
- Cooking shelter
Trips to Iso-Enskeri
Metsähallitus' partner companies offer boat trips to Isoenskeri on request.
Notices
- Lighting any campfires is strictly prohibited if the wildfire warning is in effect. Always check the current warnings (ilmatieteenlaitos.fi). This prohibition does not apply to cooking shelters or other fireplaces with a flue. There are no cooking shelters or other fireplaces with a flue on the island.
- You have to bring your own drinking water
- Pets must be kept on a leash when moving around the island.
- Keep to the trails during the period 1.5 – 15.7 in order not to disturb the birdlife during the nesting season.
- Read more about mobile phone coverage (112.fi).
- Protecting yourself against ticks and insects
- Check which fishing licenses you need (eraluvat.fi).
112 Emergency Number
If you have an emergency during your trip, such as getting lost, injured or finding a wildfire, call 112. Read more detailed emergency instructions.
Download the 112 Finland application (112.fi) to your phone. When an emergency call is made through the 112 Finland application, the emergency centre attendant is automatically informed of the caller's location.
It is recommended to keep the mobile phone warm and to bring extra food and water with you. There are many excursion locations with no mobile coverage and some mobile phones does not work in sub-zero temperatures, that is why it is always a good idea to let someone know about your itinerary and timetable.
Outdoor Etiquette
1. Respect nature.
2. Mainly use marked trails.
3. Camp only where it is allowed.
4. Light your campfire only where it is allowed.
5. Do not litter.