Pakasaivo
A deep lake sunk in a steep gorge, nicknamed the 'Hell of Lapland', ringed by cliffs and once considered sacred by the Sámi.
Pakasaivo is a deep lake in a steep gorge (some sources put its depth at nearly 100 m). Its water is stratified, and the deeper layers barely mix with the surface. The Sámi once held ceremonies here, and folk tradition calls it the 'Hell of Lapland'. There is a viewing platform by the lake and a trail around it (about 1.5 km), where summer visitors can look down from the cliff edge at the dark green water. It lies north of Kolari, about one hour's drive from Levi. In winter the roads and trails may not be maintained.
Opening hours
Open all day; trail not maintained in winter
Nearby sights
- Harriniva Wilderness Centre
- Äkäslompolo
- Kellokas Nature Centre
- Ylläs Ski Resort
- Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park
- Lake Pallasjärvi
- Aakenustunturi
- Lapland Hotels SnowVillage