Best trails in Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park
Want to find the best trails in Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 76 great trails for hiking, backpacking, and camping and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
Ready for your next hike or bike ride? Explore one of 7 easy hiking trails in Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park that are great for the whole family. Looking for a more strenuous hike? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 22 to 12,719 feet in elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park.
Top trails
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(79)
•Moderate
•5.1 mi
•Est. 3h 6m
Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park offers the splendor of the fells at the foot of old mountains. This is one of the oldest national parks in Finland, and has been called the cradle of hiking and winter sports.
Taivaskero Loop takes you to the top of Taivaskero, which is the highest point in the national park. Along the way you might see reindeer, and at the top is a black granite marker to commemorate the 1952 lighting of the Olympic flame.
The trip starts from Pallastunturi Nature Center,...
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(67)
•Moderate
•5.0 mi
•Est. 2h 25m
Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park offers the splendor of the fells at the foot of the old mountains. This is one of the oldest national parks in Finland, and has been called the cradle of hiking and winter sports.
Pirunkuru demands a lot from the hiker (ponnistus means exertion or endeavor), but the clean air and spectacular scenery reward perseverance. The route starts from the parking area of Kesänkijärvi and goes to the lean-to. From here, the path turns into the rocky gorge, and circles...
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(51)
•Moderate
•2.1 mi
•Est. 55m
Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park offers the splendor of the fells at the foot of the old mountains. This is one of the oldest national parks in Finland, and has been called the cradle of hiking and winter sports.
The Varkaankuru path runs through the gorge in a lovely forest grove. The route descends to the bottom of the gorge, where the mountain stream's babbling calms the mind.
The unique Varkaankuru grove forest and its species are protected by a restricted zone. Movement in the...
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(33)
•Moderate
•3.5 mi
•Est. 1h 16m
Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park offers the splendor of the fells at the foot of the old mountains. This is one of the oldest national parks in Finland, and has been called the cradle of hiking and winter sports.
Kesänkijärvi Circuit is a nice route around Kesänkijärvi. At the eastern end of the lake is a lean-to shelter with an accessible route. From here, the route continues to the other side of the lake, and back to the starting point.
The route has wooden and metal duckboards. Route...
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(31)
•Moderate
•3.6 mi
•Est. 1h 42m
Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park offers the splendor of fells at the foot of old mountains. This is one of Finland's oldest national parks, and has been called the cradle of hiking and winter sports.
The Tuomikuru loop runs from Ylläs ski center to Tuomikuru hut, and returns via Kahvikeidas. Part of the path is an easy gravel road, part is narrower and more rooty. There are also duckboards and stairs along the route.
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(25)
•Moderate
•3.9 mi
•Est. 2h 3m
Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park offers the splendor of the fells at the foot of the old mountains. This is one of the oldest national parks in Finland, and has been called the cradle of hiking and winter sports.
Palkaskeron kierros runs between the fells, and ascends to the top of Palkaskero along the northern slope. After the summit, the trail goes around the other edge and back to the starting point for the nature center. Along the route is Pallakerokota hut with a campfire site and a...
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(19)
•Hard
•12.5 mi
•Est. 5h 16m
Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park offers the splendor of the fells at the foot of the old mountains. This is one of the oldest national parks in Finland, and has been called the cradle of hiking and winter sports.
The Kukastunturi Tour starts from Äkäshotelli and first goes to the shore of Äkäslompolo, and from there to the top of the fell. The journey continues to Kotamaja and Hangaskuru hut, and back to the starting point
Route marking: green sign with the text "Kukastunturin Kierros"
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(16)
•Easy
•2.0 mi
•Est. 55m
Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park offers the splendor of the fells at the foot of the old mountains. This is one of the oldest national parks in Finland, and has been called the cradle of hiking and winter sports.
The Vatikuru nature trail travels north from the Pallastunturi nature center and runs to Vatikuru and back. The route introduces the life and culture of the area.
The route is marked with green signs.
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(14)
•Hard
•8.3 mi
•Est. 4h 10m
Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park offers the splendor of the fells at the foot of the old mountains. This is one of the oldest national parks in Finland, and has been called the cradle of hiking and winter sports.
Kiirunankieppi introduces the geology of the fells to the walker. The trip can be started from Yllästunturi Nature Center Kellokas (follow the brown Varkaankuru [kota] signs to the hut) or from the Ylläsjärvi Ski Center (follow the green Tuomikuru signs).
There are a lot of...
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(19)
•Moderate
•5.0 mi
•Est. 2h 8m
Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park offers the splendor of the fells at the foot of the old mountains. This is one of the oldest national parks in Finland, and has been called the cradle of hiking and winter sports.
This route starts at the edge of the national park, near Hotel Jeris. The route goes around Tunturinvierimaa in the woods and returns to the starting point.
The route is a groomed cross country ski trail in the winter.
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Visitor info
Contact
Passes & fees
No fee required
Accessibility
Phone
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No entrance fee or pass is required.
Transportation
By train, the closest to Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park is Kolari (35 km) or Rovaniemi (165 km). The nearest airport is in Kittilä. Only charter flights are available to Enontekiö airport. From these destinations you can get to different parts of the park by bus or taxi.
Trail reviews for Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park is Taivaskero Loop, which has a 4.7 star rating from 79 reviews. This trail is 5.1 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,551 ft.
What is the longest trail in Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park is Hetta - Ylläs Hiking Trail. This trail is estimated to be 72.1 mi long.
How many trails are in Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park?
There are 76 trails in Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park. These trails have an average 4.4-star rating from 492 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park?
If you're looking for elevation gain, Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park has you covered. Hetta - Ylläs Hiking Trail boasts the most elevation gain with 12,719 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Hetta-Pallas Hiking Trail, which will get you 7,490 ft of elevation gain.
Are there camping trails available in Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 14 camping trails in Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park and the most popular is Kukastunturin Kierros with an average 4.0 star rating from 19 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 7 running trails in Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park and the most popular is Taivaskero Loop with an average 4.7 star rating from 79 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 7 biking trails in Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park and the most popular is Kiirunankieppi (Keskisenlaki Round) with an average 4.6 star rating from 14 community reviews.