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The Kirveslampi Nature Trail is an easy 1.7 kilometre circular route within Leivonmäki National Park. Its well-maintained duckboards lead hikers through varied terrain, culminating in a scenic observation tower offering panoramic views of the landscape. Hop off your bike and stretch your legs!

The Koskikara Trail (3,5 kilometers) starts from Rutalahti, near Koskikara School, and follows the Rutajoki River for most of its length. Along the way, hikers can enjoy both rushing rapids and gently flowing river sections. The trail starts at Rutalahti at the former Koskikara school (street address: Koskelantie 128). The trail is marked with blue paint markers.

Here, you enjoy a smooth ride on a convenient wooden boardwalk, keeping you elevated above the ground. This means no worries about rough terrain or muddy patches, especially after rain. You are gliding effortlessly right through the heart of nature.

Leivonmäki's forests, lakes and marshes can be explored on family-friendly paths, including enticing duckboard trails. Enjoy your picnic in delightful scenery by the lakeside or up on an esker ridge.

Leivonmäki's forests, lakes and marshes can be explored on family-friendly paths, including enticing duckboard trails. Enjoy your picnic in delightful scenery by the lakeside or up on an esker ridge.

Directly at the lake is a refuge with a fireplace and toilet

Wild, romantic pond which you will see on the Mäyränkierros.

With less than two kilometers roundtrip, the Kirveslampi Nature Trail is a perfect stroll with the whole family. Explore the forested area around the idyllic lakes nestled into the landscape and let the little ones discover all sorts of interesting things. One of the best times to visit is in summer when the weather is mild and the blueberries ripe.