For closures, route descriptions, and hut rules on this corridor, the Hetta–Pallas summer trail page on Luontoon.fi is the place to start. Visit Enontekiö Lapland summarises Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park access and the scale of the trail network.
The Pallas–Nammalakuru summer hiking trail is about 10.9 km as...
Luontoon.fi – Hetta-Pallas hiking trail (summer)+
Description
For closures, route descriptions, and hut rules on this corridor, the Hetta–Pallas summer trail page on Luontoon.fi is the place to start. Visit Enontekiö Lapland summarises Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park access and the scale of the trail network.
The Pallas–Nammalakuru summer hiking trail is about 10.9 km as one point-to-point walk in Enontekiö, Lapland. It follows the famous Hetta–Pallas hiking trail line between the Pallastunturi visitor area and the Nammalakuru hut basin—useful as a focused day stage, a shuttle-supported leg, or part of a longer itinerary. Some field accounts describe the Pallas-to-Nammalakuru stage as roughly 13 km; treat that as a rounded full-day variant with extra detours or pacing, not a conflict with the mapped distance here.
From the Pallastunturi side, the path climbs into open fell views and drops toward Rihmakuru. About 6 km into the route, the Rihmakuru cluster groups Rihmakuru vesipaikka, Rihmakurun kota, and a campfire spot—natural lunch stops before the steeper, rockier climb toward the Pallastunturi crest. Erämaan vaeltajatar describes the Pallas–to–Nammalakuru leg as largely rocky and slow underfoot in places. Omien polkujen kulkija notes wooden waymarkers, stretches of blocky fell rock, and—on their visit—very dry conditions at Rihmakuru where mapped water was absent, so carry enough water for the upper section.
Nammalakuru opens around 8.4–8.5 km: several campfire rings, Nammalakuru autiotupa and Nammalakuru varaustupa side by side, and dry toilets nearby. Patikka.net records the current dual hut opened in 2013, with a drying room between the open and reservable sides, a large woodshed, and a spring to the north-east that stays open in winter. From Nammalakuru toward the Pallastunturi services, Pallastunturin luontokeskus pysäköintialue is the main parking link, and Hiihtokeskus Pallas sits at the resort edge—handy if you are finishing near lifts or services.
The route sits inside Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park; connect onward or inward via Hetta–Pallas hiking trail, Taivaskeron kierros, Palkaskeron kierros, or the wider Kesäretkeilyreitti network when you want a longer loop or return path.
Length & route
The summer hiking trail is about 10.9 km point-to-point between the Pallastunturi visitor area and the Nammalakuru hut cluster on the Hetta–Pallas line. Walking accounts often quote the Pallas–Nammalakuru day leg nearer 13 km when including pacing, side looks at fells, or slightly different endpoints.
Getting there
Most hikers approach the Pallastunturi end from Pallastunturintie (Muonio/Enontekiö) and use Pallastunturin luontokeskus pysäköintialue for parking before walking the trail or connecting loops. For the wider national park, Enontekiö Lapland lists good starting points such as Hetta, Yli-Kyrö, and Hietajärvi on the Enontekiö side. Book Nammalakuru varaustupa through the channels Metsähallitus lists on Luontoon.fi.
Good to know
Wilderness hut fees, keys, and firewood rules follow Metsähallitus guidance on Luontoon.fi. Weather changes quickly on open fells; carry windproof layers, map and compass or GPS, and enough water if streams are low. Mobile coverage can be patchy in valleys. Respect national park camping and fire rules outside built fireplaces.
History
The current Nammalakuru open and reservable wilderness hut building was taken into use on 25 October 2013, replacing an older hut on the opposite slope; a former kota café at Nammalakuru ended the same year.
Walkable in either direction between Pallastunturi services and Nammalakuru; many through-hikers on Hetta–Pallas meet this segment northbound or southbound.
Route direction
National Park
Area
orange
Route Signs
Open / Good Condition
Open / Good Condition
Omien polkujen kulkija – Hetta-Pallas kesävaellus
Activities allowed
Hike / Walk
Activity
Terrain & conditions
10.9 km
Distance
Allow about 4–7 hours in summer depending on fitness, pack weight, weather, and whether you pause at Rihmakuru, Nammalakuru, or side-trip toward Taivaskero.
Est. Time
Fell path, rock and block fields in places, occasional forest approaches
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Our data was researched from Muonio, 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.
For closures, route descriptions, and hut rules on this corridor, the Hetta–Pallas summer trail page on Luontoon.fi is the place to start. Visit Enontekiö Lapland summarises Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park access and the scale of the trail network.
The Pallas–Nammalakuru summer hiking trail is about 10.9 km as...
Luontoon.fi – Hetta-Pallas hiking trail (summer)+
Description
For closures, route descriptions, and hut rules on this corridor, the Hetta–Pallas summer trail page on Luontoon.fi is the place to start. Visit Enontekiö Lapland summarises Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park access and the scale of the trail network.
The Pallas–Nammalakuru summer hiking trail is about 10.9 km as one point-to-point walk in Enontekiö, Lapland. It follows the famous Hetta–Pallas hiking trail line between the Pallastunturi visitor area and the Nammalakuru hut basin—useful as a focused day stage, a shuttle-supported leg, or part of a longer itinerary. Some field accounts describe the Pallas-to-Nammalakuru stage as roughly 13 km; treat that as a rounded full-day variant with extra detours or pacing, not a conflict with the mapped distance here.
From the Pallastunturi side, the path climbs into open fell views and drops toward Rihmakuru. About 6 km into the route, the Rihmakuru cluster groups Rihmakuru vesipaikka, Rihmakurun kota, and a campfire spot—natural lunch stops before the steeper, rockier climb toward the Pallastunturi crest. Erämaan vaeltajatar describes the Pallas–to–Nammalakuru leg as largely rocky and slow underfoot in places. Omien polkujen kulkija notes wooden waymarkers, stretches of blocky fell rock, and—on their visit—very dry conditions at Rihmakuru where mapped water was absent, so carry enough water for the upper section.
Nammalakuru opens around 8.4–8.5 km: several campfire rings, Nammalakuru autiotupa and Nammalakuru varaustupa side by side, and dry toilets nearby. Patikka.net records the current dual hut opened in 2013, with a drying room between the open and reservable sides, a large woodshed, and a spring to the north-east that stays open in winter. From Nammalakuru toward the Pallastunturi services, Pallastunturin luontokeskus pysäköintialue is the main parking link, and Hiihtokeskus Pallas sits at the resort edge—handy if you are finishing near lifts or services.
The route sits inside Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park; connect onward or inward via Hetta–Pallas hiking trail, Taivaskeron kierros, Palkaskeron kierros, or the wider Kesäretkeilyreitti network when you want a longer loop or return path.
Length & route
The summer hiking trail is about 10.9 km point-to-point between the Pallastunturi visitor area and the Nammalakuru hut cluster on the Hetta–Pallas line. Walking accounts often quote the Pallas–Nammalakuru day leg nearer 13 km when including pacing, side looks at fells, or slightly different endpoints.
Getting there
Most hikers approach the Pallastunturi end from Pallastunturintie (Muonio/Enontekiö) and use Pallastunturin luontokeskus pysäköintialue for parking before walking the trail or connecting loops. For the wider national park, Enontekiö Lapland lists good starting points such as Hetta, Yli-Kyrö, and Hietajärvi on the Enontekiö side. Book Nammalakuru varaustupa through the channels Metsähallitus lists on Luontoon.fi.
Good to know
Wilderness hut fees, keys, and firewood rules follow Metsähallitus guidance on Luontoon.fi. Weather changes quickly on open fells; carry windproof layers, map and compass or GPS, and enough water if streams are low. Mobile coverage can be patchy in valleys. Respect national park camping and fire rules outside built fireplaces.
History
The current Nammalakuru open and reservable wilderness hut building was taken into use on 25 October 2013, replacing an older hut on the opposite slope; a former kota café at Nammalakuru ended the same year.
Walkable in either direction between Pallastunturi services and Nammalakuru; many through-hikers on Hetta–Pallas meet this segment northbound or southbound.
Allow about 4–7 hours in summer depending on fitness, pack weight, weather, and whether you pause at Rihmakuru, Nammalakuru, or side-trip toward Taivaskero.
Est. Time
Fell path, rock and block fields in places, occasional forest approaches
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Answers to your questions
Our data was researched from Muonio, 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.