In addition to the legendary Karhunkierros Trail, Kuusamo has dozens of other trails set in stunning scenery. You can find many day trip trails of different lengths and difficulty levels in the Ruka fell area.
The trails are marked in the terrain and in the free Ruka-Kuusamo Summer Map that is distributed at Ruka Info and in hotel receptions.
Updates on hiking trails in Ruka-Kuusamo:
A parking fee trial lasting approximately six months will begin in Riisitunturi National Park in autumn 2026.
- During the trial, parking will be subject to a fee daily from 9 am to 6 pm. The exact schedule will be announced later.
- The parking fee is €1 per hour. The first 30 minutes are free of charge. The maximum parking fee is €5 per day.
- Paid parking applies daily from 9 am to 6 pm.
- Parking is paid using the EasyPark mobile app.
- The aim of the parking fee pilot is to gather experiences on how paid parking works and what impacts it has in Riisitunturi National Park. Revenue from parking fees will be used for the maintenance of hiking destinations.
Construction works on the FIS 5 race trail section along the Ruka circular route, summer 2026
Construction of a new section of the FIS 5 race trail along the Ruka circular route began on 8 June 2026. Due to the works, hiking and mountain biking routes in the area will be temporarily closed at times throughout the summer, with disruptions expected until late September. As heavy machinery will be operating in the area, visitors are asked to follow all signage and be prepared for possible route closures. For more information, please see the City of Kuusamo’s official notice.
