The charming Ketunlenkki of Reposuo

The diversity of peatland nature in North Karelia delights hikers in Reposuo and Kalliolahti. Every day you can experience new colors, sounds, and scents. The scenery varies from open bogs to ridges, shore landscapes, and ornithologically valuable wetlands.  Ketunlenkki circles and partly crosses the peatland area, so the day trip offers opportunities for birdwatching, exploring diverse peatland nature, and berry picking. In winter, Ketunlenkki is an excellent destination for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. 

Ketunlenkki is about 12 km long, with boardwalks over the wettest parts, and there are three maintained rest spots along the way.  Nature observation is excellent without disturbing wildlife from the Ulkkajoki observation tower and viewing platform as well as along Ketunlenkki. The viewing platform is partly accessible for people with mobility impairments.

A very nice approx. 2 km trip for children starts from the observation tower. Walking on boardwalks, you balance over a magnificent bog, and before the Kaiskunniemi rest spot, you should greet the rock ledge, beside which you can take the sweetest photos of the trip. Return is along the same route. 

• Open fires are prohibited during forest or grass fire warnings and in strong winds. 
• Be careful - do not leave fires unattended. The last to leave, ensure the fire is extinguished.
• On rainy and wet weather, boardwalks, stones, and roots can be very slippery.
• Keep first aid supplies with you.
• General emergency number: 112 (You can also download the free 112 Finland app to your phone).
• Note that there may be mobile phone reception gaps.
• Check the Finnish Meteorological Institute warnings!

Arrival instructions to Reposuo: Luontoon.fi

You can reach Lieksa by train via vr.fi

and by bus via matkahuolto.fi

Free parking

Route instructions: Luontoon.fi 

You need rubber boots or sturdy hiking shoes. Bring sufficient warm clothing with you. 

Take insect repellent with you. A compass is not necessarily needed. A GSM phone works quite well in the area and the trail is well marked.