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Canoe and kayak route Myllykoski–Alakylä

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12.8 km

Route

Description

Luontoon.fi – Kymijoki route, Koria–Myllykoski (Kouvola)+

Description

This canoe and kayak segment on the Kymijoki in Kouvola, Kymenlaakso, is about 12,8 km point-to-point along the main channel between the Alakylä shore at Alakylän laavu Kouvola and the Myllykoski reach, finishing near Kymijoen talviuintipaikka and the Rabbelugn equestrian area on the east bank. It is the longer paddling leg on the same Myllykoski–Alakylä corridor as the shorter Myllykoski–Alakylä kayaking route on our site; together they describe how far you travel on the river depending on where you put in and take out. Metsähallitus publishes planning material for the related Kymijoki section Koria–Myllykoski on Luontoon.fi. The City of Kouvola explains regional boating and paddling access, links to equipment providers, and points anglers to Fishing.fi for tourism fishing in the municipality. Visit Kouvola gathers paddling route ideas and regional outfitters for visitors who want hire or a guided trip. On land, Kymijoen ulkoilureitti follows the east bank for about 25 km as a walking and cycling ring; the Alakylä section includes an accessible boardwalk from Koria bridges toward the lean-to, with landing spots and parking described on the City of Kouvola outdoor recreation pages. Expect to carry boats past the Myllynkoski dam and mill reach on foot rather than running the structure—confirm the current portage line and trolley use with Myllykosken Latu ry or other active paddlers before a trip. Myllykosken Latu ry runs Vesistökeskus in Myllykoski (Kymenrannantie 4), including seasonal kayak rental and club trips on the Kymijoki. Luontopolkumies describes the walk from Koria bridges to Alakylän laavu, boardwalks and Pyteränoja, and the atmosphere at the shelter—useful if you combine paddle and hike. Check wind, motorboat traffic, and any power-station release notices before setting out, carry normal open-water safety equipment, and land only at public beaches and marked rest spots. If you fish from the kayak, confirm national and regional permit rules for the Kymijoki system.

Length & route

The route is about 12,8 km point-to-point on river water along the Kymijoki main channel between the Alakylä shore at Alakylän laavu Kouvola and the Myllykoski reach. Allow roughly half a day at a relaxed touring pace once you include breaks, a careful portage at the Myllynkoski dam and mill area, and any waiting for wind or flow changes. The shorter Myllykoski–Alakylä kayaking route on our site covers a roughly 5,1 km segment on the same corridor if you only need the compact leg.

Getting there

Stage using the public river landings and parking described for Kymijoen ulkoilureitti near Koria bridges (Läntinen Ratatie 286 and Koriansuora 355) or school-field parking in Alakylä (Aapiskuja 1) when you approach the lean-to from land. Myllykosken Latu’s Vesistökeskus at Kymenrannantie 4 is the main local club hub for launches, courses, and rentals in the Myllykoski reach. For a one-way paddle between Alakylä and Myllykoski, arrange a shuttle between your put-in and take-out; you can also paddle out-and-back along part of the river if you prefer not to cover the whole downstream run in one go.

Good to know

Fishing from a kayak on the Kymijoki may require the state fisheries management fee and, for many lure methods, area-specific permits; see the City of Kouvola’s fishing overview before fishing. Avoid landing on private shore plots. In high winds or thunder, postpone the trip.

Where to rent kayaks

Myllykosken Latu ry at Vesistökeskus (Kymenrannantie 4, Myllykoski) runs seasonal kayak rentals through the club’s online booking, with per-trip and season pricing for members and non-members, and basic skills courses that include guided trips on the Kymijoki. Visit Kouvola lists additional regional outfitters under equipment rental for visitors who want commercial hire away from the club schedule.

Managed by

Kouvola

Official Maintenance

020 615 7518

Trail info

Point-to-point along the same river channel between Alakylä and Myllykoski; paddlers usually follow the current downstream from the Koria–Alakylä reach toward Myllykoski when flows allow, or reverse the leg for a shuttle plan.

Route direction

Open / Good Condition

Activities allowed

Kayak / Canoe

Activity

Terrain & conditions

12.8 km

Distance

About 3–5 hours on the water and bank at a relaxed pace in typical summer conditions, including a careful portage at Myllynkoski and breaks at Alakylän laavu Kouvola or along Kymijoen ulkoilureitti.

Est. Time

Point-to-Point

Route Type

Has Portages

Portage

River Paddling

Water type

Location

60.85010°N, 26.63042°E

Approximate location

FinlandCountry

KymenlaaksoRegion

KouvolaCity

KoriaVillage

Kayaking RoutesCategory

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Answers to your questions

Our data was researched from Kouvola, 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.

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