Karhunkierros Trail
Karhunkierros
Finland's most famous long-distance hiking route: about 82 km through the Oulanka Canyon, rapids and suspension bridges, ending in Ruka.
The Bear's Ring trail runs south from Hautajärvi in the north to Ruka, about 82 km in total, and is typically walked in three to four days. Along the way are the three suspension bridges of Taivalkongas, the Oulanka Canyon, the Kiutaköngäs rapids and several free wilderness huts. You can also walk just one section, such as the middle stretch from the Oulanka Visitor Centre to Juuma. The route is gentle with no technical difficulty, but you must bring a sleeping bag, food and insect repellent. Seasonal hiking buses take you to the starting point, from where you can walk all the way back to Ruka.
Opening hours
All day (summer and autumn)
Nearby sights
- Ruka Ski Resort
- Valtavaara
- Konttainen Hill
- Kitkajoki River Rafting
- Kuusamo Town & Karhuntassu Visitor Centre
- Taivalköngäs
- Oulanka Canyon
- Kiutaköngäs Rapids