The suspension bridge over the Julma Ölkky Gorge is a real highlight in the national park. So you can shorten the circular hike around the gorge to five kilometers. The view into the gorge is definitely worth the descent to the bridge.

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July 18, 2024

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The suspension bridge is currently out of use. The 10 km loop cannot be shortened by crossing it.

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July 12, 2022

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Not far from the Värikallio cliff is Julma Ölkky, a long, canyon-like lake overlooked by spectacular craggy cliffs. The suspension bridge allows hikers to climb up one side of the lake and down the other, but the best views of the canyon are from the water.

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1. Ölökyn Ylitys Trail

5.69km

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This difficult 3.5-mile (5.7 km) hiking trail in Hossa National Park features dramatic canyon views and a suspension bridge.

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2. Ölökyn ähkäsy Trail – Hossa National Park

10.2km

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

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3. Ölökyn spit - Hossa National Park

10.5km

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

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Elevation 260 m

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Wednesday 4 March

-2°C

-8°C

65 %

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Max wind speed: 11.0 km/h

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Location: Kuusamo, Northern Finland, Finland

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Julma-Ölkky Suspension Bridge

1. Ölökyn Ylitys Trail

2. Ölökyn ähkäsy Trail – Hossa National Park

3. Ölökyn spit - Hossa National Park

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