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Fairy Slipper Orchid (Calypso bulbosa), Oulanka National Park, Finland (42213452004)📷 Frank Vassen from Brussels, Belgium, CC BY 2.0
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Oulanka National Park

Kuusamo, Finland

Nature

River canyons, rapids and suspension bridges near the Russian border, with the Kiutaköngäs rapids a short walk from the visitor centre. The long Karhunkierros trail crosses the park; the 12 km Little Bear’s Ring starts at Juuma.

Nearest town
Kuusamo, Finland
Category
Nature & parks
GPS
66.3683, 29.3148
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

No month is ideal everywhere on this route; the most pleasant are usually June–August. Cold, short days in October–April. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Finland: No motorway tolls for cars. Motorway limit for cars: 120 km/h.

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Eastern Finland: Koli to Oulanka

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History

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Campsites nearby

  • Oulangan kansallispuiston leirintäalueCampsite
    1 km from Oulanka National Park · 170 pitches
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsDogs allowed
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Juuma CampingCampsite
    11 km from Oulanka National Park
    TentsCaravansElectricityShowersToiletsDogs allowed
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Lomakylä RetkietappiCampsite
    12 km from Oulanka National Park
    TentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersToilets
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Viipuksen LeirintäalueCampsite
    20 km from Oulanka National Park
    TentsCaravansElectricityShowersToilets
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • KuusinkiCampsite
    23 km from Oulanka National Park · 60 pitches
    TentsCaravansElectricityShowersToiletsDogs allowed
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Ruka CaravanMotorhome stopover
    24 km from Oulanka National Park · 150 pitches
    CaravansMotorhomesShowersToilets
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip

All campsites in Finland · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Oulanka National Park?

Oulanka National Park is in Kuusamo, Finland, at GPS 66.3683, 29.3148. It is about 24 km from Ruka.

Can you camp near Oulanka National Park?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Oulangan kansallispuiston leirintäalue, about 1 km away; within 25 km there are 9 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Oulanka National Park?

Oulanka National Park is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Eastern Finland: Koli to Oulanka.

What is there to see near Oulanka National Park?

Places worth a stop nearby: Hossa National Park (101 km), Santa Claus Village (155 km) and Arktikum (160 km).

When is the best time to visit Oulanka National Park?

No month is ideal everywhere on this route; the most pleasant are usually June–August. Cold, short days in October–April. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)