Iso-Ypykkä hill loop is a short hike of about 2.2 km near the Ukkohalla holiday area in Hyrynsalmi, Kainuu, climbing through old forest to a small viewpoint on the ridge above Ypykkälampi. The Municipality of Hyrynsalmi publishes an overview of local walking and cycling networks on its Reittiopas page and points visito...
Ascend via the left fork toward Iso-Ypykkä’s summit from the UKK footpath, then return along the same line to parking.
Route direction
Marked Route
Route Signs
Open / Good Condition
Open / Good Condition
Hike / Walk
Activity
2.2 km
Distance
About 45 minutes for most walkers.
Est. Time
Forest road at the start, then a narrower footpath with roots and a short steeper ridgetop section.
Surface
Loop, Single Track
Route Type
Light Traffic
Traffic
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CC BY-NDTaru Kemppainen, Outdoors Kainuu
Our data was researched from Hyrynsalmi, and other trusted sources, in March 2026. Our route / place GPX data comes from Metsähallitus / Lipas, last updated March 2026. Always check their official website for safety-critical updates.