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Sipoonkorpi National Park: A Wilderness Escape Near Helsinki

Escape to nature in Sipoonkorpi National Park: diverse forests, wildlife, and trails await just outside Helsinki. Perfect for hiking, cycling, and relaxation.

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Sipoonkorpi National Park, established in 2011, offers a unique blend of wilderness and cultural landscapes just a short distance from Helsinki. Explore its diverse forests, traditional farmlands, and rocky terrain, providing a haven for various plant and animal species. With marked trails for hiking and cycling, it's an accessible escape into nature for all ages.

A brief summary to Sipoonkorpi National Park

  • Monday 12 am-12 am
  • Tuesday 12 am-12 am
  • Wednesday 12 am-12 am
  • Thursday 12 am-12 am
  • Friday 12 am-12 am
  • Saturday 12 am-12 am
  • Sunday 12 am-12 am

Local tips

  • Wear appropriate footwear for hiking, as the terrain can be rocky and uneven.
  • Bring your own food and water, as there are no grocery stores within the park.
  • Check the weather forecast before you go and dress accordingly.
  • Visit in late summer or autumn for berry and mushroom picking.
  • Stay on marked trails to protect the environment and avoid getting lost.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From Helsinki city center, take bus 739 from Rautatientori (Central Railway Square) to Viirilä. The journey takes approximately 37 minutes and costs around €3. From the Viirilä bus stop, it's a short walk to the park entrance. Alternatively, during the summer season (May to October), consider the Sipoonkorpi Hop-On Hop-Off bus. It departs from Tikkurila and stops at several key locations around the park. A single ticket costs €3, and a day ticket is €5. Regular HSL tickets are also valid. Note: Sipoonkorpi National Park is located in zones B, C, and D. A single BCD-zones ticket for adults costs €4.40, and a day ticket costs €10.

  • Car

    From Helsinki, drive along Highway 7 (Helsinki-Porvoo) or Highway 4 (Helsinki-Lahti). Several parking areas are available around the park, including Knuters, Korvenportti, Byabäcken, Källängen, Bakunkärr, Flatberget (Tasakallio), and Kuusijärvi. Parking is free. Be aware that parking areas, especially the most popular ones, can get busy. Note: Driving distance from Helsinki city center is approximately 32.6 km, and the journey takes around 42 minutes. Expect to pay approximately €6-€9 for fuel.

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Sipoonkorpi National Park, Finnish for 'Sipoo wilderness', is a treasure trove of natural beauty located a mere 20 kilometers from Helsinki's city center. Established in 2011, it protects a large, cohesive forest area from urbanization, offering a unique opportunity to experience the tranquility of southern Finland's forest landscape within the Helsinki metropolitan area. The park's landscape is characterized by diverse forests, including ancient coniferous stands and lush groves, interspersed with bogs, wetlands, rocky hills, and ravines. While lakes are scarce, Bisajärvi, Fiskträsk and Storträsk are worth a visit. The area has been used for centuries, with traces of early settlements dating back to the 13th century. Historically, the area was influenced by Hovgård Manor, and farming continues in Hindsby village to this day. Sipoonkorpi is home to a variety of wildlife, including moose, white-tailed deer, foxes, badgers, flying squirrels, bats, and numerous bird species like the emblematic eagle owl. The park offers various activities, including hiking on marked trails, cycling, berry and mushroom picking in autumn, and bird watching. Popular attractions include Storträsk Lake, Högberget viewpoint, and the Byabäcken riverside grove. Several trails cater to different fitness levels, such as the Byabäcken Nature Trail, Burner's Trail, and Kalkinpolttajanpolku Trail. Visitors are encouraged to follow sustainable tourism principles, staying on marked trails, leaving no litter, respecting the tranquility of nature, and keeping pets on a leash. Campfires are permitted only at designated fire pits, and camping is allowed near campfire sites at Ängesböle, Bisajärvi, Fiskträsk, and Bakunkärr, as well as by the lean-to shelter at Kalkkiruukki.

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