Instructions and Rules in Hämeenkangas

Sled dogs, a sled and a musher in a snowy forest.
You might also spot some dog sleds in Hämeenkangas, as the area has a special route for sledding. Photo: Jari Salonen.
A person cooking pancakes by a campfire. There is a lean-to shelter in the background.
Hämeenkangas has several lean-to shelters. Photo: Jari Salonen.
Nature reserve sign in moss-covered coniferous forest.
Although most of the area is commercial forest, Hämeenkangas also has nature reserves. Photo: Pasi Talvitie.
Sparsely growing pine forest with a lot of lichen.
The terrain in Hämeenkangas is sensitive to erosion, so cyclists in particular should stay on the trails to avoid creating new tracks. Photo: Terttu Konttinen.

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.

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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

A cartoon picture of a family walking on a summer path.

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.

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Game and Fisheries Wardens supervising nature destinations

Two people standing on top of a high hill, wearing snowmobile clothes. A wide, open view in the background.

Wilderness supervision (eräluvat.fi) offers services and education for the benefit of Finnish nature. A Game and Fisheries Warden is responsible for supervising the legality and authorisation of operations and the use of nature in state-owned areas.

If you witness or suspect a violation, you can report your observations to the warden (eräluvat.fi). Although we would like for you to leave your contact details when filing a report, you may also file a report anonymously.