National park clearings in Lapland are designated areas within Finland’s most protected
wilderness regions. These clearings provide access to some of the most stunning and pristine
landscapes in the Arctic, with vast expanses of forest, lakes, and untouched natural beauty.
These protected landscapes allow visitors to explore the wild side of Lapland without disturbing
the delicate balance of nature. The clearings offer fantastic opportunities for hiking, wildlife
watching, and photography in an environment that is truly wild and remote.
For travelers, national park clearings provide an unforgettable experience of the natural world
in its most unspoiled form. Whether you’re seeking adventure or simply looking to immerse
yourself in the quiet beauty of the wilderness, these areas offer a rare and tranquil escape
- 📸 Photograph the iconic “Snow Monsters” (Tykky trees) at the summit of Riisitunturi 🌲 📍
- 🦊 Look for the rare Arctic fox and ptarmigan in their white winter camouflage 🐾 ✨
- 🧊 Hike the Korouoma Canyon trail to see 14 spectacular frozen waterfalls 💎 🖼️
- 🦅 Spot Golden Eagles and Snowy Owls soaring over the treeless fells 🦅 📸
- 🌌 Witness the 2026 Solar Maximum Auroras from the high fells of Pallas-Ylläs 🎇 ✅
- 🚐 Join an “All-Inclusive Nature Experience” shuttle from Rovaniemi or Levi 🚌 🏁
- 🚗 Rent a car with winter tires for the 150km scenic drive to Riisitunturi 🛣️ 📍
- ⛷️ Use “gliding snowshoes” (a hybrid of ski and snowshoe) for versatile trail access 🎿 🏁
- 🧤 Use thin liner gloves under your mittens so you can handle your camera safely 📸 ⚠️
- 🔋 Carry spare camera batteries in an inside pocket to prevent rapid cold-drain 📱 🛡️
- 🗺️ Download “Maastokartat” (Finnish terrain maps) as GPS signal can be spotty 🗺️ 🥇
- 🪵 Use firewood sparingly at national park lean-tos and always extinguish fires 🪵 ✅
- 🕒 09:00 AM – Arrive at the Riisitunturi trailhead and start the 4km “Huippujen Kierros” loop 🎒 📍
- 📸 10:30 AM – Reach the summit for a photography session among the snow monsters ✨ 📸
- 🍲 12:00 PM – Enjoy a traditional campfire lunch of grilled sausages and hot berry juice 🪵 🧘
- 🏠 02:30 PM – Begin the return hike as the twilight colors turn the snow pink and lilac 🌅 🏁
