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Karkali Nature Reserve trail

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Karkali Strict Nature Reserve area is one of the finest grove areas in Finland. The glory of anemones in the spring, and the riot of colour on the autumn leaves are beyond compare.

easy
Distance 5.2 km
2:00 h
75 m
75 m
89 m
48 m

In Karkali Nature Reserve  you experience the special mood of this the herb-rich forest area and the diversity of the nature. Nature along the trail is dominated by hazel and lime groves. At times the trail takes you to the shores of lake Lohjanjärvi and through a forest meadow. Rich birdlife gives a unique touch to the trail and especially it's soundscape during early summer. There are several round tours from 0,5 to 6 km to chooce from. Along the 2 km long Hanski Hakki trail you will find  information boards giving you an insight of the surrounding nature.

The area of the nature reserve is protected for conservation and scientific research. Unlike strict nature reserves in general, Karkali is also open for visitors. However you are allowed to walk only on the marked trails, because of the vulnerable natural features of the area which would otherwise be damaged.

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Update: November 23, 2018
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Highest point
89 m
Lowest point
48 m
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Start

Karkalintie 1035, Lohja (83 m)
Coordinates:
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60.244394, 23.814727
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60°14'39.8"N 23°48'53.0"E
UTM
34V 655807 6681952
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Destination

Karkalintie 1035, Lohja

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Trail is located on the Cape Karkalinniemi that protrudes to Lake Lohjanjärvi. The terrain in the beginning of the trail is easy. At the end of the cape there is more varying terrain with some small cliffs and rocky trail. You are only allowed to walk on the marked trails, which makes it easy to stay on the track. 

Parking

Parkin area is located on the border of the Nature reserve. Trails start from the parking area.

Coordinates

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60.244394, 23.814727
DMS
60°14'39.8"N 23°48'53.0"E
UTM
34V 655807 6681952
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Difficulty
easy
Distance
5.2 km
Duration
2:00 h
Ascent
75 m
Descent
75 m
Highest point
89 m
Lowest point
48 m
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