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Northern Finland

The best running trails in Northern Finland

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Running in Northern Finland is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in Northern Finland—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: November 9, 2025

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1. Little Bear Trail - Oulanka National Park

12.0km

01:39

150m

Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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2. Pieni Karhunkierros (Little Bear's Trail) – Oulanka National Park

11.7km

01:36

140m

Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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3. Iisakkipää Nature Trail - Urho Kekkonen National Park

7.14km

01:00

170m

Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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4. Pyhän jyssäys Trail – Ruka-Kuusamo

6.01km

00:40

140m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Riisin rietas Trail – Riisitunturi National Park

10.8km

01:34

290m

Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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6. Riisin Rietas – Riisitunturi National Park

10.8km

01:34

300m

Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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7. Karhunjuomalampi Trail – Pyhä-Luosto National Park

9.72km

01:09

210m

Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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8. Valtavaaran huiputus Trail – Ruka-Kuusamo

6.26km

00:48

150m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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9. Syöte loop – Syöte National Park

18.7km

02:00

200m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Ascent to Saana

8.71km

01:51

540m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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The best running trails in Northern Finland

1. Little Bear Trail - Oulanka National Park

2. Pieni Karhunkierros (Little Bear's Trail) – Oulanka National Park

3. Iisakkipää Nature Trail - Urho Kekkonen National Park

4. Pyhän jyssäys Trail – Ruka-Kuusamo

5. Riisin rietas Trail – Riisitunturi National Park

6. Riisin Rietas – Riisitunturi National Park

7. Karhunjuomalampi Trail – Pyhä-Luosto National Park

8. Valtavaaran huiputus Trail – Ruka-Kuusamo

9. Syöte loop – Syöte National Park

10. Ascent to Saana

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