Jormualta Paltamoon is an 18.3 km point-to-point lake paddle on Oulujärvi’s eastern basin (Paltaselkä), linking the Jormuanlahti shore in Kajaani with Metelinniemi and the kayaking centre shore in Paltamo. Maps and route ideas for the wider Kajaani paddling network are published on the City of Kajaani’s paddling routes...
Generally from southeast (Jormuanlahti) toward northwest (Paltamo Metelinniemi), following the mapped line along the lake.
Route direction
Kayak / Canoe
Activity
18.3 km
Distance
About 4–6 hours for many paddlers in calm conditions; wind and waves can shorten or lengthen the day substantially.
Est. Time
Lake Paddling
Water type
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Our data was researched from Kajaani, 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.