Leveänkoski parking to Kaivoskoski Rapids trail
Route
Description
The trail is about 0.6 km as a short, point-to-point walk along the east bank of Hossanjoki between the Leveänkoski parking area and Kaivoskoski rapid in Suomussalmi, Kainuu, on the edge of Hossa National Park. For how the upper Hossanjoki rapids fit together with marked riverside paths, lean-tos, and the fly-fishing r...
Managed by
Suomussalmi
Official Maintenance
Trail info
Walk from Leveänkoski parking toward Kaivoskoski along the marked riverside path; return the same way or connect via other trails from the same parking area.
Route direction
Recreation Area
Recreation Area
River
River
Visit Suomussalmi states that marked paths lead to the rapids along Hossanjoki.
Route Signs
Open / Good Condition
Open / Good Condition
Activities allowed
Hike / Walk
Activity
Terrain & conditions
0.6 km
Distance
Allow about 10–20 minutes one way at an easy pace, or a few minutes longer if you stop at the shelter and campfire.
Est. Time
Marked path along the riverbank; expect forest soil, roots, and short climbs typical of Hossanjoki shores.
Surface
Point-to-Point, Single Track
Route Type
Partial Shade
Shade
Light Traffic
Traffic
Location
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Our data was researched from Suomussalmi, 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.
Leveänkoski parking to Kaivoskoski Rapids trail0.6 km
Route
Description
The trail is about 0.6 km as a short, point-to-point walk along the east bank of Hossanjoki between the Leveänkoski parking area and Kaivoskoski rapid in Suomussalmi, Kainuu, on the edge of Hossa National Park. For how the upper Hossanjoki rapids fit together with marked riverside paths, lean-tos, and the fly-fishing r...
Managed by
Suomussalmi
Official Maintenance
Trail info
Location
Walk from Leveänkoski parking toward Kaivoskoski along the marked riverside path; return the same way or connect via other trails from the same parking area.
Route direction
Recreation Area
Recreation Area
River
River
Visit Suomussalmi states that marked paths lead to the rapids along Hossanjoki.
Route Signs
Open / Good Condition
Open / Good Condition
Location
Activities allowed
Hike / Walk
Activity
Terrain & conditions
0.6 km
Distance
Allow about 10–20 minutes one way at an easy pace, or a few minutes longer if you stop at the shelter and campfire.
Est. Time
Marked path along the riverbank; expect forest soil, roots, and short climbs typical of Hossanjoki shores.
Surface
Point-to-Point, Single Track
Route Type
Partial Shade
Shade
Light Traffic
Traffic
Rate & Review
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Answers to your questions
Our data was researched from Suomussalmi, 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.