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Eskonsaari paddling route 4 km, accessible, Sotkamo – Vuokatti
Medium
Accessible
1 h
4 km
Highest point: 138 m
Lowest point: 138 m

Auringonlaskun kultainen silta 4 km, Sotkamo – Vuokatti
Easy
Accessible
1 h 45 min
3.8 km
Highest point: 133 m
Lowest point: 133 m

Jäätiö fitness route 2 km, demanding, accessible, Vuokatti
Easy
Accessible
40 min
2.1 km
Ascent: 10 m
Descent: 10 m
Highest point: 151 m
Lowest point: 140 m

Jäätiölampi lean-to shelter, Vuokatti Finland
Rest spot
Accessible
A cosy lean-to with a campfire in a beautiful spot, located centrally along the Vuokatti Lampipolku walking and Nordic walking trail.

Hiukka outdoor gym, Sotkamo – Vuokatti
Outdoor sports
Accessible
The accessible outdoor gym is located on Hiukka beach, in the immediate vicinity of the centre of Sotkamo. The gym has Lappset fitness equipment and instructions how to use them.

Jäätiö trail/multi-use trail 2 km, challenging, accessible, Vuokatti
Easy
Accessible
20 min
2 km
Ascent: 12 m
Descent: 12 m
Highest point: 150 m
Lowest point: 139 m

Multi-use trail to Kaarreniemi lean-to 5km, demanding, accessible, Vuokatti
Easy
Accessible
1 h 30 min
5 km
Ascent: 39 m
Descent: 39 m
Highest point: 165 m
Lowest point: 134 m

Särkinen ice track 3 km, demanding, accessible, Vuokatti
Easy
Accessible
30 min
2.7 km
Descent: 13 m
Highest point: 158 m
Lowest point: 145 m

Särkinen Shore Route 1 km, demanding, accessible, Vuokatti
Easy
Accessible
20 min
0.9 km
Ascent: 9 m
Descent: 10 m
Highest point: 151 m
Lowest point: 141 m

Särkinen hut and fireplace, Vuokatti
Rest spot
Accessible
Along the unobstructed shore path of the Särkinen pond, near Vuokatti Sport, you will find a wonderful rest area that is open all year round. An accessible hut and fireplace is available for all hikers.

Salmelan senioripuisto, Sotkamo
Outdoor sports
Accessible
Senioripuistosta löytyvät laitteet monipuoliseen virkistäytymiseen. Levähdyspenkkeineen ja laitureineen se on myös oivallinen ajanviettopaikka.

Railway bed loop 3.5 km, accessible, Sotkamo
Easy
Accessible
40 min
3.5 km
Ascent: 6 m
Highest point: 145 m
Lowest point: 139 m

Syntiniemen esteetön luontovirkistysalue, Sotkamo-Vuokatti
Easy
Accessible
30 min
0.5 km
Ascent: 6 m
Descent: 4 m
Highest point: 143 m
Lowest point: 140 m

Särkinen shore route 1.4 km, accessible, Vuokatti
Easy
Accessible
30 min
1.4 km
Ascent: 9 m
Descent: 6 m
Highest point: 150 m
Lowest point: 140 m

Rönkkö lean-to, Vuokatti Finland
Rest spot
Accessible
In the fare southern end of the Vuokatti hill line, lies the Rönkkö lean-to-shelter welcoming skiers and hikers to enjoy a well-deserved break.

Hiukka Beach, Accessible, Sotkamo
Beach
Accessible
In the hot summer days nothing is better than dipping into a lake at one of Vuokatti's beaches. The best one is the Hiukka beach, that is easily reached from the Sotkamo center.

Iso-Pölly Vuokatinvaara, Accessible, Vuokatti
Natural attraction
Accessible
Iso-Pölly is the highest summit of the Vuokatti Hills, 326 meters above sea level. The view over the lakes of Sotkamo opens up in every direction.

Sotkamo marina, Sotkamo Finland
Landing Area
Accessible
Sotkamo Marina is located right in the municipal center of Sotkamo, on the waterfront of lake Pirttijärvi. It's a perfect base for your paddling trips.

Sapsokoski hut
Rest spot
Accessible
Sapsokossee had a small power plant for a long time, which was dismantled in 2023. Now the rapids flow freely again. An accessible shelter was built on the banks of the restored rapids, making it a pleasant place to take a hike.

Eskonsaari lean-to, Sotkamo Finland
Rest spot
Accessible
Accessible lean-to is located on the island Eskonsaari. There is also a partly accessible outhouse and a dock.

Eskonsaari ice trail 2 km, accessible, Sotkamo
Easy
Accessible
30 min
2 km
Ascent: 3 m
Descent: 3 m
Highest point: 141 m
Lowest point: 137 m
