Pitkälampi ridge route

The Pitkälampi ridge route starts above Sortolampi. Beautiful ridge landscapes change into forest trails and easily passable ski tracks. The ridge route is great for everyone who wants to enjoy smooth movement in nature and the fresh ambiance of the forest. At the starting point of the route there are signs, from which you dash along the path into the heart of the forest. The route is well marked and the signs along the way are clearly visible.

The ridge route is quite flat, so everyone can move easily on the route regardless of age or fitness. Near Pitkälampi, along the route, you will find the Pitkälampi lean-to shelter and campfire site, where you can enjoy a well-deserved rest break. The nature trail is excellent for slow jogging, trail running, and mountain biking alike. The best of easy movement in nature.

• Keep nature clean.
• In spring, when the snow melts, the trails can be hard to pass and slippery.
• When it rains, stones and roots can be slippery.
• Observe forest fire warnings.
• General emergency number 112.
• 112 Finland app.

The parking area is located near Sortolampi swimming beach. Follow the guided signs from Ratsumestarintie towards the sports field, continue on the forest road all the way. There are signs on the area leading to the destination.

Parking area at Sortolampi swimming beach. Parking area at the sports field. 

• The Pikälampi ridge route is a circular route that you can travel in the direction you want.
• The route is marked in the terrain with signposts.
• From the route, you can connect to other nature trails in the Sortolampi area, including the Sortolampi round trip and Palokangas loop. 

• Clothing is recommended to be chosen according to the weather conditions.
• Appropriate protective gear must be used when mountain biking.