In the Jyväskylä Region, Finnish nature can be experienced in miniature. The trails in the region’s four national parks transport the visitors up ridges of whispering pines, to the shores of glittering blue lakes, to expanses of bogland, fascinating boulder fields, wilderness forests and foaming rapids. In the national parks, we move around with respect for nature: wildlife is observed from a distance and with as little noise as possible, whilst and ensuring that no rubbish is left behind.
Leivonmäki National Park
The trails in Leivonmäki National Park are suitable for nature lovers of all ages and abilities. Visitors with disabilities and children in prams have also been taken into account, since one of the park’s trails and rest stops is barrierobstacle-free. The park’s varied landscape can be enjoyed on foot or by riding along one of the mountain bike trails. The park is divided in two by the ruggedly beautiful Rutajärvi river, which can best be explored in on a canoe. In winter, cross-country skiing on a hiking trail amidst a national park blanketed in snow is a real experience.
Leivonmäki National Park
Southern Konnevesi National Park
Southern Konnevesi National Park charms the visitor with its ruggedly enchanting rock formations and lake scenery. Due to the considerable elevation changes, the trails are challenging but reward the hiker with some stunningly attractive landscapes. The park also features a demanding 300 metre barrier-free trail. Southern Konnevesi’s sparkling waters and multitude of islands invite visitors to also explore the national park by canoe or boat.
Southern Konnevesi National Park
Salamajärvi National Park
Salamajärvi National Park is Finland’s southernmost wilderness area of forest and peatland. The park’s landscape features extensive peatland meadows, atmospheric old-growth forests and steep blockfield cliffs. Salamajärvi is also home to forest reindeer, which are rare elsewhere in Finland.
Salamajärvi National Park
Pyhä-Häkki National Park
Pyhä-Häkki National Park is known for among other things, its ancient pines, some hundreds of years old. The oldest tree in the park has been reaching towards the sky for more than 500 years! Pyhä-Häkki, founded in 1956, is the oldest of the Jyväskylä Region’s national parks and with its easily traversed footpaths, an enduring favourite.
Pyhä-Häkki National ParkFind out more about the national parks
To find out more about the national parks, their services and trails go to at nationalparks.fi.
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