Best trails in Reisa National Park
Reisa National Park is an almost pristine natural haven, boasting a diverse landscape that includes canyons, salmon-rich rivers, stream valleys, wetlands, and mountain plateaus. At the heart of the park lies the stunning Reisa Valley, characterized by its flat valley floor flanked by steep cliffs and towering precipices. Within this breathtaking valley, you'll discover numerous captivating waterfalls, with Mollisfossen being the most famous for its spectacular double cascade and Imofossen located further downstream.
As you venture deeper into the valley, the scenery opens up, revealing gentle slopes that stretch out gracefully. In the southeastern section, the terrain flattens, showcasing expansive moorlands and elongated moraine ridges. To the west, toward Finland, the landscape has a more alpine character, featuring several peaks over 800 meters high.
This varied environment in Reisa provides a wealth of experiences. You can enjoy extensive hiking trails or explore the area by riverboat or canoe. Within the park, two unstaffed cabins are available for visitors: Nedrefosshytta, situated in the heart of the valley, and Raisjavrihytta, located at the northeastern edge of Raisjavri. There is also a private, unstaffed cabin available for rent in Saraelv.
Top trails
- (1)·Hard·17.5 mi·Est. 7.5–8.5 hrThis long-distance section of the E1 trail provides a true wilderness experience deep within Reisa National Park. The route follows the T-marked trail between Reisavannhytta and Nedrefosshytta, meandering alongside the powerful Reisa River through a dramatic and rugged valley. While the terrain is not technically challenging, it comprises long, undulating paths that can be wet and boggy at times. The main difficulty stems from the considerable length of the route and its remote nature, which...
- (1)·Hard·15.8 mi·Est. 6–7 hrThis long, final stage of the E1 trail through Reisa National Park provides a scenic walk out of the deep wilderness. Starting near the impressive Nedrefossen waterfall, the T-marked path follows the course of the historic Reisaelva river through the valley, or dalføre, towards Saraelv. The route is mostly downhill or flat, but the distance requires significant endurance. Hikers should be ready for sections of wet, muddy trail near the riverbank. The primary challenge is the sheer...
- Hard·13.8 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrThis tour takes you from cabin to cabin in Norway's extensive route network maintained by DNT. Here you'll find a wide variety of marked hiking trails and cabins suitable for all types of hikers, whether you're looking for a day trip or a multi-week adventure in stunning natural surroundings. About the cabins: - DNT has three cabin types with different levels of service: Unserviced cabin, self-service cabin and serviced cabin. - Anyone can use DNT's cabins, but at cabins without a host, at...
Visitor info
No entrance fee or pass is required.
