The landscape of Vuokatti is mainly formed by the chain of 13 hills, gorgeous blue lakes and thick green forests. The varied routes invites you to explore the unique nature year-round. In addition to cross-country skiing, hiking and trekking, the trails and routes are suitable for many other activities such as mountain biking, canoeing, Nordic walking or winter biking. And to complete your active day outdoors, the area has many rest and fire places, where you can enjoy a break and eat snacks while enjoying the beautiful nature around you.
You can find the real-time winter trail maintenance situation from Fluent.
Please note that while dogs are welcome to every rest and fire places, some of them are only accessible through skiing tracks during snow season. If the skiing track isn’t allowing dogs, then dogs are not welcome to those rest and fire places during snow season.
When going to the rest and fire places, please check the warnings in the area. During wildfire warning it is not allowed to make open fire.
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Katinkulta DiscGolf Park, Vuokatti Finland
Outdoor sports
A 9-hole amateur level frisbee golf course in the Holiday Club Katinkulta resort area.

Hiukka-Pöllyvaara winter cycling route 13.5 km, Sotkamo – Vuokatti
Easy
2 h 15 min
13.7 km
Ascent: 83 m
Descent: 82 m
Highest point: 209 m
Lowest point: 132 m

Vuokatinvaara test run, Vuokatti
Hard
1 h
5.6 km
Ascent: 194 m
Descent: 39 m
Highest point: 324 m
Lowest point: 153 m

Katinkulla winter cycling route to the lean-to shelter 11 km, Vuokatti
Easy
2 h 30 min
10.6 km
Ascent: 34 m
Descent: 11 m
Highest point: 165 m
Lowest point: 134 m

Saukonselkä – Hiisijärvi gravel route 120 km, Ristijärvi
Hard
8 h 5 min
120.1 km
Ascent: 896 m
Descent: 896 m
Highest point: 291 m
Lowest point: 137 m

Island circuit by paddling 13 km, Sotkamo – Vuokatti
Medium
3 h
12.7 km
Ascent: 1 m
Descent: 1 m
Highest point: 134 m
Lowest point: 132 m

Vaarojen varjoissa road cycling route 65 km, Vuokatti
Medium
3 h
64.4 km
Ascent: 335 m
Descent: 335 m
Highest point: 247 m
Lowest point: 133 m

Lehmilampi hut, Vuokatti Finland
Rest spot
The cosy Lehmilampi hut offers a good rest stop in the summer for hikers, Nordic walkers and mountain bikers, as well as for skiers and snowshoers in winter.

Naapurinvaara, Vuokatti Finland
Natural attraction
Accessible
Naapurinvaara hill, 274 meters above sea level, is located in Vuokatti. From here, a stunning scenery of Vuokatti hill line and lake Nuasjärvi opens up to the south.

Naapurinlouhi hut, Vuokatti Finland
Rest spot
A day trip destination for the whole family close to Vuokatti. From the well-equipped resting place you can admire the traditional landscape and nature of Naapurinvaara.

Challenging 18 km mountain biking route at Ohravaara, Vuokatti
Medium
4 h
18.1 km
Ascent: 273 m
Descent: 273 m
Highest point: 264 m
Lowest point: 149 m

Katinkulta main playground, Vuokatti Finland
Outdoor sports
Accessible
A charming and versatile playground suitable for all ages. There is equioment also for adults and seniors.

Tour de Kainuu road cycling route 150 km, Vuokatti
Hard
6 h 30 min
149.2 km
Ascent: 1143 m
Descent: 1156 m
Highest point: 308 m
Lowest point: 136 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

Paddling around Sapsojärvi, 16 km, Sotkamo – Vuokatti
Medium
4 h 30 min
16.4 km
Ascent: 6 m
Descent: 6 m
Highest point: 138 m
Lowest point: 132 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.

Lehmilampi hut, Vuokatti Finland
Rest spot
The cosy Lehmilampi hut offers a good rest stop in the summer for hikers, Nordic walkers and mountain bikers, as well as for skiers and snowshoers in winter.

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

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.

Paddling the waves of Kiantajärvi, 12 km, Sotkamo – Vuokatti
Medium
4 h
11.9 km
Ascent: 6 m
Highest point: 139 m
Lowest point: 133 m

Break Sokos Hotel Vuokatti Disc Golf Park, Vuokatti Finland
Outdoor sports
A disc golf course open to everyone in the heart of the Vuokatti tourist area, in the immediate vicinity of the Break Sokos hotel Vuokatti.

Hiukka lit track 5 km, Sotkamo – Vuokatti
Medium
40 min
5 km
Ascent: 33 m
Descent: 33 m
Highest point: 170 m
Lowest point: 138 m

Ainola hut and lean-to-shelter, Vuokatti Finland
Rest spot
Ainola lean-to-shelter and hut is is located along a popular ski trail at the Vuokatti highlands in the midst of a spruce forest, yet a sunny spot facing south.

Vuokatti Disc Golf Park, Vuokatti Finland
Outdoor sports
A 9-hole free-to-play frisbee golf course in the Vuokatti Sports Institute area. Discs can be rented at Vuokatti Sports Institute reception

From Vuokatti to Sotkamo on skis, 5.6 km, Vuokatti Finland
Medium
35 min
5.6 km
Ascent: 45 m
Descent: 68 m
Highest point: 187 m
Lowest point: 133 m

Paddling from Sotkamo to Katinkulta 16 km, Sotkamo – Vuokatti
Medium
3 h 20 min
16.4 km
Ascent: 21 m
Descent: 1 m
Highest point: 154 m
Lowest point: 132 m

Kitulanlampi lean-to, Hiidenportti National Park
Rest spot
Kitulanlampi lean-to and fireplace is situated in Kitulanlampi lake in Hiidenportti National Park.

Vuokatinvaara test run, Vuokatti
Hard
1 h
5.6 km
Ascent: 194 m
Descent: 39 m
Highest point: 324 m
Lowest point: 153 m

Naapurivaara Lepikon Loop – 4 km with snowshoes, Vuokatti-Sotkamo
Easy
3 h
4 km
Ascent: 55 m
Descent: 42 m
Highest point: 220 m
Lowest point: 166 m

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

Kaarreniemi lean-to shelter, Vuokatti Finland
Rest spot
A lovely resting place on the beautiful Lake Nuasjärvi in the tip of Kaarreniemi cape. The scenery opens south therefore being a sunny spot.

Vuokatti hiking 21 km, Vuokatti
Hard
8 h
20.8 km
Ascent: 449 m
Descent: 502 m
Highest point: 335 m
Lowest point: 161 m

Pöllylampi hut, Vuokatti Finland
Rest spot
The Pöllylampi hut is located in a lovely scenic location on the top of the Vuokatti hills, between two hilltops. A wonderful hiking area suitable for the whole family.
Rauramo swimming pier, Sotkamo
Beach
The Rauramo swimming pier is a summer recreation area for the residential area on the shores of Lake Pirtti. The beach is also a landing place for paddlers.

Eino Leino trail 7 km, Vuokatti
Medium
2 h 45 min
7.4 km
Ascent: 161 m
Descent: 161 m
Highest point: 312 m
Lowest point: 156 m

The relaxing ice trail from Hiukka to Rytilahti, 6.5 km, Sotkamo – Vuokatti
Easy
1 h
6.5 km
Ascent: 6 m
Descent: 6 m
Highest point: 138 m
Lowest point: 132 m

Three Lakes route in Sotkamo 10 km, Sotkamo – Vuokatti
Medium
1 h 30 min
9.9 km
Ascent: 37 m
Descent: 35 m
Highest point: 164 m
Lowest point: 133 m

Katinkulta main playground, Vuokatti Finland
Outdoor sports
Accessible
A charming and versatile playground suitable for all ages. There is equioment also for adults and seniors.

Island circuit by paddling 13 km, Sotkamo – Vuokatti
Medium
3 h
12.7 km
Ascent: 1 m
Descent: 1 m
Highest point: 134 m
Lowest point: 132 m

Lower terrain illuminated trail 3 km, Vuokatti
Medium
25 min
2.8 km
Ascent: 10 m
Descent: 10 m
Highest point: 175 m
Lowest point: 165 m

Hiidenkierros 5 km, Hiidenportti National Park, Sotkamo – Vuokatti
Medium
2 h 30 min
5.2 km
Ascent: 63 m
Descent: 62 m
Highest point: 250 m
Lowest point: 187 m

Snowshoeing on Vuokatinvaara, Vuokatti
Easy
1 h 30 min
1.3 km
Ascent: 48 m
Descent: 48 m
Highest point: 327 m
Lowest point: 279 m

Kainuu Tar route water trekking route 180 km, 3 stages, Kainuu
Medium
36 h
180.1 km
Ascent: 6 m
Descent: 53 m
Highest point: 183 m
Lowest point: 137 m

To Vihtamolampi by paddling or SUP, Vuokatti – Sotkamo
Medium
1 h 15 min
3.7 km
Highest point: 138 m
Lowest point: 137 m

Lehmilampi kota easy loop 5.6 km, Vuokatti
Hard
45 min
5.7 km
Ascent: 82 m
Descent: 95 m
Highest point: 221 m
Lowest point: 141 m

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

Kettumäki hut, Vuokatti Finland
Rest spot
The idyllic Kettumäki hut offers a break at half way on the Kettumäki Ski trail 10 km in winter, and in the summer along the UKK hiking route.

Kettumäki route 10 km, Vuokatti
Medium
1 h 45 min
10 km
Ascent: 174 m
Descent: 163 m
Highest point: 284 m
Lowest point: 149 m

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

Möykyn hike 17 km, Vuokatti
Medium
4 h 35 min
17.7 km
Ascent: 179 m
Descent: 175 m
Highest point: 291 m
Lowest point: 141 m

Kainuun Tervareitti: Kallioinen towpath for paddlers, Sotkamo
Medium
30 min
0.9 km
Ascent: 1 m
Descent: 11 m
Highest point: 150 m
Lowest point: 138 m

Vuokatti Disc Golf Park, Vuokatti Finland
Outdoor sports
A 9-hole free-to-play frisbee golf course in the Vuokatti Sports Institute area. Discs can be rented at Vuokatti Sports Institute reception

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

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.

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.

Kaarreniemi lean-to shelter, Vuokatti Finland
Rest spot
A lovely resting place on the beautiful Lake Nuasjärvi in the tip of Kaarreniemi cape. The scenery opens south therefore being a sunny spot.

Fell's illuminated trail to Rekikesti 18 km, Vuokatti Finland
Hard
2 h 15 min
18.1 km
Ascent: 181 m
Descent: 181 m
Highest point: 264 m
Lowest point: 149 m

Naapurinvaara, Vuokatti Finland
Natural attraction
Accessible
Naapurinvaara hill, 274 meters above sea level, is located in Vuokatti. From here, a stunning scenery of Vuokatti hill line and lake Nuasjärvi opens up to the south.

Cycling the Vaarojen Kainuu 192 km, Kainuu
Hard
16 h
191.5 km
Ascent: 1043 m
Descent: 1126 m
Highest point: 287 m
Lowest point: 138 m

Hiidenportti gorge
Natural attraction
The Hiidenportti gorge with its vertical rock walls is the National Park's best known tourist sight. The gorge is located just under 1,3 km from Palolampi information point.

Paddling the waves of Kiantajärvi, 12 km, Sotkamo – Vuokatti
Medium
4 h
11.9 km
Ascent: 6 m
Highest point: 139 m
Lowest point: 133 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

Paddling 6 km in the labyrinth of Sotkamo, Sotkamo – Vuokatti
Medium
2 h
6 km
Ascent: 33 m
Descent: 32 m
Highest point: 165 m
Lowest point: 132 m

Lower area track 5 km, Vuokatti
Hard
30 min
5.4 km
Ascent: 13 m
Descent: 13 m
Highest point: 175 m
Lowest point: 162 m

Cycling in Naapurivaara landscapes 15 km, Sotkamo – Vuokatti
Hard
2 h 30 min
15 km
Ascent: 142 m
Descent: 142 m
Highest point: 236 m
Lowest point: 142 m

Kettumäki loop 10 km, Vuokatti
Hard
1 h 30 min
10 km
Ascent: 135 m
Descent: 135 m
Highest point: 284 m
Lowest point: 149 m

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.

UKK trail from Rönkkö to Sports Institute 12 km, Vuokatti
Hard
4 h 30 min
11.9 km
Ascent: 215 m
Descent: 290 m
Highest point: 335 m
Lowest point: 146 m

Kettumäki hut, Vuokatti Finland
Rest spot
The idyllic Kettumäki hut offers a break at half way on the Kettumäki Ski trail 10 km in winter, and in the summer along the UKK hiking route.

Kusianjokisuu – Ärväänlahti paddling route 12 km, Kaitainsalmi Sotkamo
Medium
3 h
11.9 km
Ascent: 1 m
Descent: 1 m
Highest point: 138 m
Lowest point: 137 m

Hiukka nature and culture trail 2.4 / 4 km, Sotkamo – Vuokatti
Easy
1 h
3.9 km
Ascent: 66 m
Descent: 66 m
Highest point: 173 m
Lowest point: 139 m

Kirjailijan kannoilla – cultural cycling 8 km, Sotkamo
Easy
1 h 30 min
8 km
Ascent: 34 m
Descent: 34 m
Highest point: 167 m
Lowest point: 133 m

Seven Blue Route 23 km, Vuokatti
Medium
3 h 30 min
23 km
Ascent: 376 m
Descent: 377 m
Highest point: 307 m
Lowest point: 144 m

Vaarojen kierto road cycling route 150 km, Vuokatti
Hard
6 h 30 min
149.9 km
Ascent: 792 m
Descent: 792 m
Highest point: 303 m
Lowest point: 132 m

Piimä Heikki Nordic walking route 5 km, Vuokatti
1 h
5.2 km
Ascent: 35 m
Descent: 35 m
Highest point: 174 m
Lowest point: 141 m

Möykyn route 17 km, Vuokatti
Hard
2 h
18 km
Ascent: 191 m
Descent: 191 m
Highest point: 291 m
Lowest point: 141 m

Vuokatti route cycling 8.5 km, Vuokatti
Easy
1 h
8.5 km
Ascent: 22 m
Descent: 22 m
Highest point: 160 m
Lowest point: 138 m

Kitulankierros 10.5 km, Hiidenportti National Park, Sotkamo
Medium
6 h
10.6 km
Ascent: 88 m
Descent: 88 m
Highest point: 250 m
Lowest point: 173 m

Sotkamo – Kajaani road cycling route 220 km, Vuokatti
Hard
9 h
219.2 km
Ascent: 1369 m
Descent: 1344 m
Highest point: 303 m
Lowest point: 123 m

Porttimäki hut, Vuokatti Finland
Rest spot
The Porttimäki hut is located along the UKK-hiking trail in a meadow of an old farm. The hut is serving hikers and mountain bikers in the summer, and skiers during winter.

Paddling from the harbor to Sapsoperä, 13 km, Sotkamo – Vuokatti
Medium
4 h
12.8 km
Ascent: 5 m
Highest point: 138 m
Lowest point: 132 m

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.

Pöllylampi hut, Vuokatti Finland
Rest spot
The Pöllylampi hut is located in a lovely scenic location on the top of the Vuokatti hills, between two hilltops. A wonderful hiking area suitable for the whole family.

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.

Kelkka Kainuu Ristijärvi Touring
Hard
5 h
238.7 km
Ascent: 1262 m
Descent: 1262 m
Highest point: 318 m
Lowest point: 123 m

Huovisen Konstan Lenkin digital route, Sotkamo
Easy
45 min
2.3 km
Ascent: 34 m
Descent: 34 m
Highest point: 173 m
Lowest point: 139 m

Nordic walking and mountain bike route to the forests of Vuokatinvaara, 8 km, Vuokatti
Medium
2 h
8.3 km
Ascent: 162 m
Descent: 152 m
Highest point: 300 m
Lowest point: 141 m

Porttilampi lean-to shelter, Hiidenportti National Park
Rest spot
A lean-to shelter and campfire site on the shore of Porttilampi in Hiidenportti National park.

Möykynlampi pond, Vuokatti Finland
Beach
A beautiful, small pond on the UKK-hiking trail.

Hiukka illuminated Nordic walking route 5 km, Sotkamo – Vuokatti
Easy
45 min
5 km
Ascent: 45 m
Descent: 45 m
Highest point: 170 m
Lowest point: 138 m

Katinkulta golf, Vuokatti Finland
Outdoor sports
Katinkulta is a high-quality golf destination.

To Kultaranta by stand-up paddleboard or paddling 2/4 km, Vuokatti – Sotkamo
Medium
2 h 30 min
4.3 km
Ascent: 11 m
Descent: 11 m
Highest point: 138 m
Lowest point: 138 m

Snowmobile Kainuu Vuokatti-Kuhmo-Vuokatti sprint
Hard
5 h
108.8 km
Ascent: 370 m
Descent: 367 m
Highest point: 223 m
Lowest point: 138 m

Naapurinlouhi hut, Vuokatti Finland
Rest spot
A day trip destination for the whole family close to Vuokatti. From the well-equipped resting place you can admire the traditional landscape and nature of Naapurinvaara.

Sunset golden bridge canoe route, 4 km, Sotkamo – Vuokatti
Easy
Accessible
1 h 45 min
3.8 km
Highest point: 133 m
Lowest point: 133 m

Tour de Nuas road cycling route 85 km, Vuokatti
Medium
4 h
84.6 km
Ascent: 549 m
Descent: 551 m
Highest point: 258 m
Lowest point: 137 m

Jäätiönlahti paddling route 6 km, Vuokatti
Medium
2 h 30 min
5.9 km
Ascent: 76 m
Descent: 76 m
Highest point: 138 m
Lowest point: 138 m

Easy track to Ainola Kota 6.8 km, Vuokatti
Medium
1 h 15 min
6.8 km
Ascent: 98 m
Descent: 98 m
Highest point: 205 m
Lowest point: 149 m

Hiukka – Kumpusaari – Sapsoranta ice trail 18 km, Sotkamo – Vuokatti
Medium
4 h
18.1 km
Ascent: 3 m
Descent: 3 m
Highest point: 141 m
Lowest point: 138 m

Salmelan senioripuisto, Sotkamo
Outdoor sports
Accessible
Salmelan senioripuisto, Sotkamo

Katinkulta golf, Vuokatti Finland
Outdoor sports
Katinkulta is a high-quality golf destination.

Palolampi campfire site, Hiidenportti National Park
Rest spot
Campfire site at the start of the hiking routes in Hiidenportti National park. Also dry toilet.

Connecting track Katinkulta-Vuokatti Sports Institute 2.5 km, Vuokatti
Medium
35 min
2.4 km
Ascent: 15 m
Descent: 12 m
Highest point: 173 m
Lowest point: 145 m

Hiukka nature trail with snowshoes 2.4 / 4 km, Sotkamo – Vuokatti
Easy
1 h 3 min
3.9 km
Ascent: 66 m
Descent: 66 m
Highest point: 173 m
Lowest point: 139 m

Kainuu Tar Route / Stage 2: Kuhmo – Sotkamo 75 km
Hard
14 h 40 min
73.4 km
Descent: 26 m
Highest point: 163 m
Lowest point: 138 m

Kettumäki ski trail 10 km, Vuokatti Finland
Hard
1 h 30 min
10 km
Ascent: 135 m
Descent: 135 m
Highest point: 284 m
Lowest point: 149 m

Vaaran illuminated trail to Heikkilä 12.5 km, Vuokatti
Hard
1 h 30 min
12.5 km
Ascent: 127 m
Descent: 127 m
Highest point: 264 m
Lowest point: 149 m

To Jäätiö lean-to by stand-up paddleboarding or paddling 1.3/2.6 km, Vuokatti-Sotkamo
Easy
1 h 30 min
2.7 km
Ascent: 44 m
Descent: 44 m
Highest point: 138 m
Lowest point: 138 m

Naapurivaara Lepikon Loop – 4 km with snowshoes, Vuokatti-Sotkamo
Easy
3 h
4 km
Ascent: 55 m
Descent: 42 m
Highest point: 220 m
Lowest point: 166 m

Naapurivaara Lepikko Loop nature trail 4 km, Vuokatti-Sotkamo
Easy
1 h
4 km
Ascent: 55 m
Descent: 54 m
Highest point: 220 m
Lowest point: 166 m

Möykynlampi pond, Vuokatti Finland
Beach
A beautiful, small pond on the UKK-hiking trail.

Ainola hut and lean-to-shelter, Vuokatti Finland
Rest spot
Ainola lean-to-shelter and hut is is located along a popular ski trail at the Vuokatti highlands in the midst of a spruce forest, yet a sunny spot facing south.

Katinkulta sun trail 10 km, Vuokatti
Medium
1 h 15 min
9.5 km
Ascent: 31 m
Descent: 40 m
Highest point: 165 m
Lowest point: 134 m

Porttimäki hut, Vuokatti Finland
Rest spot
The Porttimäki hut is located along the UKK-hiking trail in a meadow of an old farm. The hut is serving hikers and mountain bikers in the summer, and skiers during winter.

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

Summit route 10 km, Vuokatti
Medium
2 h
10.2 km
Ascent: 177 m
Descent: 177 m
Highest point: 306 m
Lowest point: 141 m

Möyky kick 17 km, Vuokatti
Medium
2 h 30 min
17.4 km
Ascent: 203 m
Descent: 203 m
Highest point: 295 m
Lowest point: 143 m

Pirttijärvi circuit 32 km, Vuokatti – Sotkamo
Medium
3 h
32.2 km
Ascent: 95 m
Descent: 95 m
Highest point: 168 m
Lowest point: 139 m

Kettumäki route 10 km, Vuokatti
Medium
1 h 45 min
10 km
Ascent: 174 m
Descent: 163 m
Highest point: 284 m
Lowest point: 149 m

Terantie cycling trip from Lentiira to Kajaani 149 km, Kainuu
Medium
12 h
149.9 km
Ascent: 405 m
Descent: 476 m
Highest point: 249 m
Lowest point: 138 m

Palolampi campfire site, Hiidenportti National Park
Rest spot
Campfire site at the start of the hiking routes in Hiidenportti National park. Also dry toilet.

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.

Kitulanlampi lean-to, Hiidenportti National Park
Rest spot
Kitulanlampi lean-to and fireplace is situated in Kitulanlampi lake in Hiidenportti National Park.

Paddling from the harbor to Sapsoperä, 13 km, Sotkamo – Vuokatti
Medium
4 h
12.8 km
Ascent: 5 m
Highest point: 138 m
Lowest point: 132 m

Jäätiönlahti ice track 2/4 km, Vuokatti
Easy
25 min
2 km
Ascent: 16 m
Descent: 17 m
Highest point: 153 m
Lowest point: 136 m

Lampipolku day hiking route 6 km, Vuokatti
Medium
1 h 15 min
6 km
Ascent: 26 m
Descent: 26 m
Highest point: 173 m
Lowest point: 147 m

Hiukka nature and culture trail 2.4 / 4 km, Sotkamo – Vuokatti
Easy
1 h
3.9 km
Ascent: 66 m
Descent: 66 m
Highest point: 173 m
Lowest point: 139 m

Vaarankylä ski tour 26 km, Vuokatti Finland
Hard
4 h
25.8 km
Ascent: 256 m
Descent: 256 m
Highest point: 264 m
Lowest point: 149 m

Angry Birds playground Katinkulta, Vuokatti Finland
Outdoor sports
Accessible
A small theme park in the Holiday Club Katinkulta resort area.

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.

Angry Birds playground Katinkulta, Vuokatti Finland
Outdoor sports
Accessible
A small theme park in the Holiday Club Katinkulta resort area.

Downhill illuminated track 6 km, Vuokatti
Hard
50 min
5.9 km
Ascent: 15 m
Descent: 14 m
Highest point: 175 m
Lowest point: 160 m

Porttimäki challenging 19 km ski loop, Vuokatti
Hard
3 h
20.4 km
Ascent: 253 m
Descent: 253 m
Highest point: 303 m
Lowest point: 145 m

Kainuu circuit
Hard
13 h
497.4 km
Ascent: 1637 m
Descent: 1623 m
Highest point: 315 m
Lowest point: 123 m

Kusianjokisuu – Ärväänlahti paddling route 12 km, Kaitainsalmi Sotkamo
Medium
3 h
11.9 km
Ascent: 1 m
Descent: 1 m
Highest point: 138 m
Lowest point: 137 m

Hiukka illuminated Nordic walking route 5 km, Sotkamo – Vuokatti
Easy
45 min
5 km
Ascent: 45 m
Descent: 45 m
Highest point: 170 m
Lowest point: 138 m

Pirttijärvi spin paddling or SUP boarding 6 km, Sotkamo
Medium
2 h
6.3 km
Highest point: 138 m
Lowest point: 138 m

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.

Kainuu Tar route water trekking route 180 km, 3 stages, Kainuu
Medium
36 h
180.1 km
Ascent: 6 m
Descent: 53 m
Highest point: 183 m
Lowest point: 137 m

Hiukka nature trail with snowshoes 2.4 / 4 km, Sotkamo – Vuokatti
Easy
1 h 3 min
3.9 km
Ascent: 66 m
Descent: 66 m
Highest point: 173 m
Lowest point: 139 m

Hiukka – Kumpusaari – Sapsoranta ice trail 18 km, Sotkamo – Vuokatti
Medium
4 h
18.1 km
Ascent: 3 m
Descent: 3 m
Highest point: 141 m
Lowest point: 138 m

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.

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.

Vuokatti Disc Golf Park, Vuokatti Finland
Outdoor sports
A 9-hole free-to-play frisbee golf course in the Vuokatti Sports Institute area. Discs can be rented at Vuokatti Sports Institute reception

Viinatien polkija recreational cycling route 42 km, Vuokatti
Medium
3 h
42.5 km
Ascent: 121 m
Descent: 138 m
Highest point: 209 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

Hiukka-Pöllyvaara-Aholanranta route, Sotkamo-Vuokatti
Medium
1 h 45 min
23.3 km
Ascent: 168 m
Descent: 130 m
Highest point: 212 m
Lowest point: 138 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.

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

Katinkulta Aurinkolatu 6 km, Vuokatti
Easy
45 min
5.8 km
Ascent: 28 m
Descent: 27 m
Highest point: 161 m
Lowest point: 138 m

Sapporo path 10 km, Vuokatti
Medium
3 h 30 min
9.8 km
Ascent: 199 m
Descent: 199 m
Highest point: 310 m
Lowest point: 148 m

Katinkulta DiscGolf Park, Vuokatti Finland
Outdoor sports
A 9-hole amateur level frisbee golf course in the Holiday Club Katinkulta resort area.

Break Sokos Hotel Vuokatti Disc Golf Park, Vuokatti Finland
Outdoor sports
A disc golf course open to everyone in the heart of the Vuokatti tourist area, in the immediate vicinity of the Break Sokos hotel Vuokatti.

Nordic walking and mountain bike route to the forests of Vuokatinvaara, 8 km, Vuokatti
Medium
2 h
8.3 km
Ascent: 162 m
Descent: 152 m
Highest point: 300 m
Lowest point: 141 m

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

Porttilampi lean-to shelter, Hiidenportti National Park
Rest spot
A lean-to shelter and campfire site on the shore of Porttilampi in Hiidenportti National park.

Kainuu Tar Route / Stage 2: Kuhmo – Sotkamo 75 km
Hard
14 h 40 min
73.4 km
Descent: 26 m
Highest point: 163 m
Lowest point: 138 m

Hiidenportti gorge
Natural attraction
The Hiidenportti gorge with its vertical rock walls is the National Park's best known tourist sight. The gorge is located just under 1,3 km from Palolampi information point.

Kainuu Tervareitti / Stage 3: Sotkamo – Kajaani 36 km
Hard
8 h
36.1 km
Ascent: 1 m
Highest point: 138 m
Lowest point: 137 m

Leivolankylä's fast winter cycling route 7.4 km, Vuokatti
Easy
1 h 20 min
7.3 km
Ascent: 41 m
Descent: 42 m
Highest point: 191 m
Lowest point: 156 m

Vaara race tracks 7/9 km, Vuokatti Finland
Hard
1 h 30 min
10.2 km
Ascent: 201 m
Descent: 206 m
Highest point: 300 m
Lowest point: 141 m

Vaarojen kierto road cycling route 150 km, Vuokatti
Hard
6 h 30 min
149.9 km
Ascent: 792 m
Descent: 792 m
Highest point: 303 m
Lowest point: 132 m

Sunset golden bridge canoe route, 4 km, Sotkamo – Vuokatti
Easy
Accessible
1 h 45 min
3.8 km
Highest point: 133 m
Lowest point: 133 m

Jäätiönlahti paddling route 6 km, Vuokatti
Medium
2 h 30 min
5.9 km
Ascent: 76 m
Descent: 76 m
Highest point: 138 m
Lowest point: 138 m

