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Nordic outdoor destinations, hiking, day hikes, lightweight backpacking & gear, tips for 4-season hiking.

Lårdalstigen - Amazing Hike in Telemark, Norway

Lårdalstigen is one of the most scenic hiking trails in southern Norway. The 14-kilometre trail runs from Dalen to Lårdal along a rugged mountainside, around 800 metres above the Telemark canal. Lårdalstigen has been compared to one of Norway's most famous hikes - Besseggen in Jotunheimen National…

Gaustatoppen - The Beautiful Mountain in Southern Norway

Gaustatoppen (1883 m) in Telemark, Norway, is the highest mountain in southern Norway and one of the country's most famous hiking destinations. Rising above Rjukan, the mountain offers some of the most spectacular views in southern Norway. In clear weather you can see up to a sixth of Norway from…

Salla Lapland - Ruuhitunturi fell in winter

In winter, Ruuhitunturi fell in Salla Lapland shows you the magic of the crown-snow forests. The Ruuhitunturi lookout tower offers beautiful views of the fells and hills, candle trees and open mires. The Ruuhitunturi trail in winter is a great cross-country skiing trail. You can also reach the top…

Salla Lapland - Hiking Iso Pyhätunturi Fell in Winter

Sallatunturi fells and their trails offer nature experiences all year round. Almost 480 metres (1575 ft) high, the northern Sallatunturi is known as Iso Pyhätunturi, which can be reached via a marked trail. In winter, the Taivaan Tavoittelijan Taival Trail leads to the snow-covered summit with its…

Pyhä-Luosto National Park: Isokuru & Karhunjuomalampi Trail

Pyhä-Luosto National Park is the southernmost big fell area in Finland. Amidst meadows and forests, the magnificent Noitatunturi and Ukko-Luosto fells rise more than 500 metres above sea level. The magnificent Isokuru gorge and the route through it is the best part of the Karhunjuomalampi Trail.

Husedalen Valley - Best Waterfalls Hike Near Bergen Norway

Husedalen is a valley of stunning waterfalls in Hardangervidda National Park and one of the most beautiful valleys in Norway. The four waterfalls hike leads to breathtaking viewpoints and close to the roaring water. The Husedalen hiking trail has long been known as one of the most beautiful hikes…

Bondhusvatnet in Norway: Hiking to Beautiful Lake

Bondhusvatnet is a glacial lake located in Sunndal, Norway, about a 2.5 hour's drive from Bergen. Bondhusvatnet is one of the most popular hiking destinations in the Hardanger region and also the most popular "Instagram photo spot". Bondhusdalen, lined with waterfalls, is one of the most beautiful…

Ultralight rain skirt for hiking and backpacking (MYOG)

Rain skirt is one of the easiest pieces of hiking and backpacking gear to make yourself. An ultra-light rain skirt is handy to pack in your pocket and pull over your hiking pants when it starts raining. Ultralight rain skirt made of Ripstop Nylon, weights only 36 g (1.27 oz), and is great for…

Salla National Park in Lapland – Pahakuru Trail

Salla National Park is characterized by ancient forests surrounding ridges and gorges. From the tops of the fells, wilderness landscapes open up to lakes and vast mire areas. Marked viewpoints offer spots for admiring Lapland's midnight sun and the northern lights. The Pahakuru Trail, also known…

Small Bear’s Trail Is the Most Popular Day Hike in Finland

The Small Bear’s Trail in Oulanka National Park in Kuusamo is the most popular short hiking trail in Finland, visited by over 100,000 hikers annually. Known as a scenic route, the “Pieni Karhunkierros” or Small Bear’s Trail showcases most of the finest viewpoints of the legendary Karhunkierros…