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Ukko-Luosto cross-country skiing in Pyhä-Luosto National Park

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    A pleasantly rolling ski track goes around the fell, through the ancient forests of Luosto, and ascends Lampivaara, providing good speed for the return.
    Skating, Classic
    moderate
    Distance 17.2 km
    4:30 h
    206 m
    206 m
    363 m
    267 m
    Ukko-Luosto circular ski trail guides the skier through a 400-year-old forest, along the base of the majestic fell, offering relaxing ski café moments along the way. The route is varied, the track pleasantly rolling through Scots pine forest, and although climbing Lampivaara may make you sweat, the reward is a nice long descent towards Luosto. A highlight of the ski trip is a break at the historic and off-grid ski café Torvinen's Lodge. Another magnificent wilderness resting place is Ukko-Laavu, which also has a kota hut. From this rest spot, there is a great view of the forest and the steep treeless slope of Ukko-Luosto. At Lampivaara, you can also stop for doughnut coffee or visit the Amethyst Mine. At Lampivaara, the route is at its highest, and you can see beautiful distant views through the trees.

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    Remember to bring your wallet, treats available at the café!
    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

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    Highest point
    363 m
    Lowest point
    267 m
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    Safety information

    The route is often skied counterclockwise, but if skiing clockwise, the section north from Lampivaara towards Ukko-Laavu is marked as black in difficulty, as it is steep and winding when skiing downhill.

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    Tips and suggestions

    Rules of Pyhä-Luosto National Park.

    Directions

    You can reach the starting point at Luostonportti by driving from the village of Luosto 500 meters up Luostontie towards the slopes from in front of the Lapland Hotel Luostotunturi. Before the slopes, the road passes under an arch bridge, after which the Luostonportti starting point is immediately on the left. There is a parking lot at the starting point. Arrival at Pyhä-Luosto National Park.

    Parking

    There is a parking lot at the starting point.

    Coordinates

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    67.154433, 26.910950
    DMS
    67°09'16.0"N 26°54'39.4"E
    UTM
    35W 496141 7448598
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    Equipment

    Skiing on the track requires the use of ski equipment. It is advisable to have drinks, food, warm clothing, matches, toilet paper, a map, and a phone with you. You can also pack your wallet in your backpack for Torvinen's Lodge and Lampivaara's ski café. Only skiing is allowed on the track; walking, snowshoeing, or winter cycling are not permitted.

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    Parts of this content were machine translated using Finnish as the source language

    The most beautiful cross-country ski trails in Pyhä-Luosto National Park
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    Cross-country skiing technique
    Skating, Classic
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    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    17.2 km
    Duration
    4:30 h
    Ascent
    206 m
    Descent
    206 m
    Highest point
    363 m
    Lowest point
    267 m
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