Pihtijoki Open Wilderness Hut

Type

Open wilderness hut for 4 persons

Location

Eastern Lapland, Savukoski

The hut is located by the upper course of River Pihtijoki (which runs into Lokka Reservoir), on the southern side of the river.

There is no marked trail to the hut. Hut can be reached hiking on foot or skiing. Usage of motor vehicles in areas outside roads is prohibited.

Pihtijoki Open Wilderness Hut is situated in a remote area with limited mobile phone coverage. Pihtijoki as a destination requires strong orienteering and survival skills.

Maps

Itäkaira Kemihaara Lokka topographic map 1:50 000 Karttakeskus

Koilliskaira recreation map 1:100 000

Savukoski - Tuntsa recreation map 1:100 000 Savukoski municipality, sold out

Terrain maps V513 1:50 000

Excursionmap.fi

Facilities

A stove

Notices

Pets are allowed in the hut, but only with the consent of the other users of the hut.

Bring a head torch and a first aid kit.

Safety on hiking

Waste Management

Hikers are asked to bring their own waste to one of the area's recycling points. Read more about Hiking Without Littering.

Maintenance and Management

Metsähallitus, Parks & Wildlife Finland. For more information contact Pyhä-Luosto Visitor Centre Naava Tel. +358 206 39 7302