A map of 83 Wilderness Huts in Kuhmo.


A pretty cool free hut in between the Lehtosaari islands in Lake Lentuanjärvi, with a sauna along many kayaking routes. There is a nice beach, outdoor grill and outdoor toilet.


IN the middle of Lentua are Selkäsaari islands. On the west side of Selkäsaari there is a small sandy cove that is perfect place to land for kayakers (or a small boat, the beach is not that deep). There is a Laavu & campfire spot along with an outdoor toilet. It can get very windy (southwest / west winds) in this location. You can also ski to this hut in the winter.

A day rental enclosed campfire hut on Lake Lentuanjärvi. It is intended for dat time us only & for groups to grill & cook. It is not possible to stay overnight at the rental hut. This is also the start of two hiking trails: 1. Lentua Nature Trail (6.5 km) 2. Lentuankoski Rapids Trail (1 km)

Ärjä Kota is on the island of Ärjä located on Lake Ontojärvi in Kuhmo. The entire southern part of the island is a long sandy beach. There is a hut, campfire site and an outdoor toilet on the island. This is a great place to stop or camp if you are on the Kainuu Tar Route. You can also come by a small boat, but the island is shallow. There can be high waves from the south and southwest winds. It is about 4 kilometers from the Tervasalmi boat ramp.

Tammapuron laavu

Uittomiesten laavu


Välisuvannon laavu

The Ränkänsaari wilderness hut is located on the island of Ränkänsaari. It is a good location to stay if you are kayking the Tervareitti kayaking route (in between Lake Iivantiirajärvi and Lake Aidasjärvi) The suggestion for kayakers is to land on the north side, in the small cove, then walk along the small path to the Laavu. (see aerial photo). There are 4 bunk beds so the cabin can fit 8 people If you are coming here in the winter check the ice carefully. The current in the strait can weaken the ice. Metsähallitus, Ostrobothnia–Kainuu Nature Services, Kuhmo is responsible for maintenance.

Syväjärven laavu Syväjärvi laavu, Kuhmo Finland Kuva: Metsähallitus , CC BY-ND, Eeva Pulkkinen

Honkinen Lammasjärvi kota is located on Lake Lammasjärvi lake. It is a long island with Honkinen Kota & an outdoor toilet. It is on a kayaking route called Saunajärven vesiretkeilyreitti. You can follow the <a href="https://www.huts.fi/route/2040488-saunajarven-vesiretkeilyreitti">https://www.huts.fi/route/2040488-saunajarven-vesiretkeilyreitti</a> kayaking route Honkinen Island. It is about 12 km from Kuhmo city center. If you look at the map there are many spots you can start this trip from: <a href="https://www.huts.fi/2461882-kalevankankaan-vierasvenelaituri">kalevankankaan vierasvenelaituri</a> <a href="https://www.huts.fi/2440912-maakunnanranta-kuhmo">maakunnanranta kuhmo</a> <a href="https://www.huts.fi/2461882-kalevankankaan-vierasvenelaituri">kalevankankaan vierasvenelaitur</a> Honkinen Island is about 12 kilometers if you start from maakunnanranta kuhmo, but only 6 km if you start from Kalevankankaan vierasvenelaituri. In the winter there is a snowmobile trail goes to the island.

A hut located on Lake Elimysjärvi. It is located on Elimyssalon hiking trail. It is located in Elimyssalo Nature Reserve. Saunaniemi laavu Elimys

The main route of the Kainuu Tervarit, the eastern branch turns to the south of Lake Jumaanjärvi, just at Ukonsaari. A resting place is built on the southern shore of the island.

The Suvanto laavu, located in Kuhmo, is on the Koskipolku hiking trail, offering a comfortable resting spot for families and fishermen, and serves as a stop for kayakers.

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Jauholampi laavu

This hut is on the Lauttavaara nature trail (Lauttavaaran luontopolun)

Rytäniemen laavu. The Rytäniemi Laavu is ocated between Lentiira and Iivantiira at the northern end of Lake Puhakanjärvi along the Kainuu Tervareit kayking route.' There are other cottages around and you can get to this Laavu from a trail from the road. You are allowed to tent camp around the area.

A campfire site along the Lentua kayaking route in Kotasaari. You can also ski to this Laavu in the winter.

Teerisuo laavu and campfire site are located on the southeastern edge of Teerisuo on a wilderness-like island of cottonwood forest in the middle of the bog.

The item's additional information Jonker's bone In 2001, a hiking base was built in Jonker's Lake Luusua for use by both barbecue and canoeists. Small boats in Jonkerinjärvi can also take advantage of its services. Jongu's (canoeing) route departure. There is an old swimming dam and an enriched Kapulatie. Bring from Kuhmo -Lieksa (No 524) to 250 m. Equipment: campfire site, firewood roof, break, table, benches, toilet, boat ramp, pier, camping area
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Kalastonkosken laavu
Hepolammen laavu
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Riionaho laavu
Vattuniemi laavu
Jousisalmen laavu
Saunaniemen laavu, Veräinen
Tahkonen laavu
Teerisen laavu
Campfire site with wooden canopy.

Ylä-Honkinen is an island on on Lake Ontojärvi. a good place to stop if you are kaying the Kainuu Terreitti. It is also known for being a good fishing area. The maintenance is carried out by Metsähallitus.
Lehtolammen kota
Vääränlampi laavu
Jonkerinsalon Hiidenportti laavu
Juolungansalmen laavu
Puukkolampi laavu
Alajärven laavu
Kaksilampinen laavu

The Vuonteenkoski Laavu is located at the bottom of Kaarneenkoski rapids and is very close to the shore in the village on Niva.
Kivijärven autiotupa
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Campfire site with wooden canopy.

Soup Steel homemade. The boom on the side of Hukkajärventi is available for the city advice if necessary.
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A hut near the start of the Iso-Palonen - Kokkamo retkeilyreitti hiking trail and the Latva/Levävaara biking trail. On Saari-Kiekki lake. Saari-Kiekin laavu
A campfire site with a wooden canopy and a good beach.
Kalliojärvi laavu

Kaarneenkoski Laavu is near the Kaarneenkoski rapids in the village of Niva, Kuhmo.
Kaivoslammen laavu
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