Kitula Loop - Hiidenport National Park

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Finland

Eastern Finland

Sotkamo

Kitula Loop - Hiidenport National Park

Moderate

4.8

(20)

158

hikers

Kitula Loop - Hiidenport National Park

02:55

10.6km

110m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 25, 2025

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Hiidenportin kansallispuisto

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.55 km

Hiidenportti Gorge

Highlight • Gorge

Hiidenportti Gorge is the heart of Hiidenportti National Park, where towering rock walls give way to a landscape of shady spruce forests, vibrant meadows, and tranquil woodlands. As you hike …

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2.15 km

View of the lake

Highlight • Viewpoint

The trail leads high above a beautiful lake. Take a second to enjoy the view of the stunning cliffs and the dark blue water.

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2.53 km

Portiilampi lean-to

Highlight • Mountain Hut

This is a typical rustic shelter with a fire pit and some wooden benches at Portiilampi. It is open to one side and a cozy place to spend the night.

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5.56 km

Kitulanlampi Pond Shelter

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Perched on a narrow cape extending into Kitulanlampi Lake, this tranquil lean-to shelter and picnic area offers the perfect spot to pause and take in the scenery. Whether you're stopping …

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10.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.93 km

2.34 km

289 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.98 km