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The Arppen forest trail runs through a magnificent, pristine protected forest with trees and other vegetation of different ages. In the forest, you get a good view of the natural life cycle in an authentic environment, and the natural condition forest is an unforgettable experience for many. The Arppen Memorial Forest was established at the request of Niilo Sakari Arppe, who served as the forest manager of the city of Kajaani from 1928 to 1951. The easy-to-walk route has no steep climbs or descents, but the trail is rather narrow, stony, and rooty. The route is well suited for day trips, including families with children and nature enthusiasts. The barred owl nests in the protected area, and a woodpecker also taps industriously on the old pine trees. The route is marked on the ground with blue paint and a few arrows. The direction of travel is counterclockwise.
Author’s recommendation
There is no campfire site along the route. However, there is a lean-to shelter nearby.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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- The terrain is at times very stony and rooty.
- Early June is nesting season for the barred owl living in the area, during which the parent fiercely protects its offspring.
- Building campfires in the protected forest is prohibited.
- If you get into an emergency during your trip, call 112 and make an emergency notification.
Tips and suggestions
- There are no services on the route, as for example making campfires in the protected forest is prohibited.
- Collecting plants or parts of them from the forest is prohibited.
- The route is intended for hiking during the summer season.
- The maintenance of the route is the responsibility of the Kainuu ELY Centre.
Roadbook
The trail begins at the southern corner of the parking lot, and there is also a map of the route at the starting point. About one hundred meters from the start, the trail turns right into a circular route. The arrows on the route signs indicate the direction of travel (counterclockwise), and the trail follows the outer boundaries of the nature reserve the entire way without intersections. Halfway through, the route turns sharply left and heads back toward the parking lot. At just under two kilometers, you will come across a stone field that reminds of the last Ice Age. The last hundred meters to the parking lot are traveled on the same trail as when you started.
Public transport
The nearest bus stop is on Mainuantie (E63) at the Kivimäentie stop. Bus 11 Kajaani-Otanmäki.
There is about 1.5 km to the trail start from the bus stop.
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Directions
Arppen Memorial Forest is located along Highway 5 about 8 km south of Kajaani city center. From Highway 5, coming from the north, turn left onto Kivimäentie. About one kilometer later, turn right where there is also a sign "Arppen Memorial Forest".
Parking
There are parking spaces at the starting point.
Coordinates
Author’s map recommendations
Arppen Memorial Forest trail map
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Equipment
In a dry summer, ordinary footwear and clothing are sufficient.Localization
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