Lentua canoeing route 19,5 km, Kuhmo Finland

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Lentiirantie 2172, 88900 Kuhmo

The starting point of the route is located along the Kuhmo-Vartius road, near the bridge of the River Isojoki, address  Lentiirantie 2172, 88900 Kuhmo. The ramp allows you to reverse the trailer to the shore and you can leave the car at a stopping place next to the starting point. The canoeing route starts by going under the bridge to the west and follows the river to lake Lentua. Upon coming to Lentua and traveling the route counter-clockwise, follow the Syväniemi shore to the northwest towards Multisaari island. Continue on the side of Multisaari towards Kotasaari island, where the route turns back to the west. There is about 4.5 kilometers canoeing to Kotasaari and the lean-to shelter in the bay offers a great place for a break. At the end of Kotasaari there is a narrow riverbed. After Kotasaari, the route opens on lake Lentua and continues west towards Lehtosaari islands and wilderness hut, where you can also stay overnight. There can be windy at the lake, so if necessary take advantage of the wind protection provided by Tynisaari or Varissalo. The main attraction of the Lehtosaari wilderness hut is the traditional sauna on the beach. In high winds from the south or southwest, you can return the entry route back to the starting point. After the break route continues, if the winds allow, to the south and turn to the east after Varisniemi following the shores of Varissalo island. After about 6 kilometers of canoeing, Honkisaari island has an old covered drying barn (not equipped as a wilderness hut) and campfire site for a short break. The remaining part of the route continues to the east. You can bypass the Varpusaari island either south or north side. After Varpusaari route continues towards the Isojoki River and the starting point.