Puoltikasvaara by Lake Soutujärvi: Hiking, Ski Trails and Fishing

Hiking and Cross-Country Skiing

A one-way hiking trail starts in Puoltikasvaara and is 1.8 kilometres long. This distance is for one direction; if you return along the same trail, the total distance is 3.6 kilometres. Check the trail conditions locally before making it a fixed part of your day’s plans. This way, you can account separately for the one-way distance and a possible return trip.

In winter, the cross-country ski trails start at the turning area by Lake Puoltikasjärvi. There are several trails in Puoltikasvaara; one of them goes around the lake. The turning area identifies the starting point, while the lake loop is a specific route option. Before skiing, check whether the trails have been groomed, and take local ice conditions into account on the loop. The route information therefore differs: for the hiking trail, the distance is given for one direction; for the ski trails, the starting point and a loop around the lake are specified.

Winter Activities

In winter, Puoltikasvaara has a sledding and skiing slope with a surface lift. If you plan to visit the slope, check in advance whether the lift is currently operating. Tourists and local residents can borrow equipment in Puoltikasvaara from the depot in Gällivare. The slope is for sledding and skiing, while the trails are for cross-country skiing; this lets you choose the winter activity you want to make the focus of your stay.

An Event in July

Another reason to visit is “Myrslåtter i Kainunjänkkä”. The activity is usually held every year on the third weekend in July. If you want to plan your trip around this date, check the date for the year you have in mind before arranging your travel and hotel. This recurring date can serve as a starting point for planning your trip.

Fishing in the Area

Puoltikasjärvi is one of the lakes in the area around Puoltikasvaara that offers good fishing opportunities. In addition, Soutujärvi FVOF offers the public fishing rights in the area around Puoltikasvaara. The lake is a specific body of water to consider; the rights apply to the area. Before fishing, check the rules and permits for the section of water you choose.

The season may therefore be the first factor in your decision: the July event takes place on a specific recurring weekend, while the trails and slope are winter activities. If fishing is your main focus, distinguish the lake mentioned from the fishing rights available in the surrounding area. This can help you narrow down your trip by occasion and the body of water involved.

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