Rokua National Park
Rokuan kansallispuisto
A national park of glacial snake-shaped ridges and lichen-covered pine forests, and the core of Finland's first UNESCO Global Geopark.
Rokua National Park lies about 75 km southeast of Oulu. It is a landscape of sandy snake-shaped ridges and dunes formed at the end of the Ice Age. The ground is covered in thick white reindeer lichen, the pine forests are open and bright, and kettle lakes dot the area. The park forms the core of Finland's first UNESCO Global Geopark. It has several circular trails and boardwalks, and in winter it is a popular cross-country skiing destination. Resort hotels and spas are nearby. Entry is free, and you will need a car.
Opening hours
Open all day
Nearby sights
- Koiteli Rapids
- Turkansaari Open-Air Museum
- Kierikki Stone Age Centre
- Tietomaa Science Centre
- Hupisaaret Islands Park
- Oulu Museum of Art
- Oulu Cathedral
- Northern Ostrobothnia Museum