Leivonmäki National Park

9.1.2024
Koskikaran kierros -nature trail and Rutalahti connecting trail are closed due to the ice that has covered the bridge on Rutajoki river.
Autumn pond shore, forest around. A little snow on the ground.

The drawn emblem of Leivonmäki national park. A European nightjar sitting on a branch is depicted inside the oval symbol. The text Leivonmäki - kansallispuisto - national park wraps around the outer edge of the emblem.
Leivonmäki's forests, lakes and marshes can be explored on family-friendly paths, including enticing duckboard trails. Enjoy your picnic in delightful scenery by the lakeside or up on an esker ridge.

Suitability: Suitable for visitors of all ages all year. The Harjujärvi cooking shelter and its surroundings are accessible.

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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 5270
sisasuomi(at)metsa.fi
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Directions

Location: In Lakeland, Central Finland Region in the areas of Joutsa
Arrival: By car and public transportation
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Maps of Leivonmäki

Various maps and brochures of Leivonmäki.
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Trails

From trails accessible with wheelchair to mountain bike trails.
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Nature

Forests, Mires, Islands, Unbuilt shores and Birds.
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What To Do

Nature trails and marked trails, berries and mushrooms.
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What To See

Lakes, Rivers. Eskers formed during the Glacial period.
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A shelter and benches by a fire place.

Services

Campfire shelters, lodges, camping.
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Accessibility

In Leivonmäki National Park you can hike, warm up your packed lunch and find accessible accommodation.
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Partners

Various services provided by partners are available.
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History

Get to know the history surrounding Leivonmäki National park.
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Leivonmäki in Excursionmap.fi

Destination’s map (Excursionmap.fi).
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Weather

See the local weather (en.ilmatieteenlaitos.fi).
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The area is managed by Metsähallitus, Parks & Wildlife Finland.

This is the web page nationalparks.fi/leivonmaki