For markings, seasonal use, services on the loop, and the latest Metsähallitus guidance for this marked summer route in Urho Kekkonen National Park, start from the Maastopyöräreitti nro 5 Luulampi page on Luontoon.fi. Metsähallitus describes about 23.9 km (3–5 hours) on a gravelled, mostly wide track through mountai...
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Description
For markings, seasonal use, services on the loop, and the latest Metsähallitus guidance for this marked summer route in Urho Kekkonen National Park, start from the Maastopyöräreitti nro 5 Luulampi page on Luontoon.fi. Metsähallitus describes about 23.9 km (3–5 hours) on a gravelled, mostly wide track through mountain birch, green valleys, and under the shoulder of Kiilopää fell. Technically the riding is mostly easy-going, but the climb from Luulampi toward Kiilopää begins with roughly the first kilometre very steep, and the long descent toward Kiilopää is easier in technical terms. The route is marked with orange mountain-biking symbols and the number 5. It is for snow-free conditions only. Metsähallitus also notes duckboards in places near the Kiilopää fell-centre area, an atmospheric Rumakuru vanha päivätupa with campfire, and the newer spacious Luulampi day hut and Luulampi kota. In season Luulammen erämaakahvila operates as a wilderness café. Around Luulampi the terrain is a cultural heritage site and camping is restricted in part of the area—stay on the marked trail there. The Municipality of Inari summarises the wider Open Fell Biking network around Saariselkä–Kiilopää: numbered loops 1–7 are marked with symbols and numbers on the ground and on maps, with route descriptions and GPX available from regional tourism and map pages linked from Inari.fi.
In the western sector, after the early kilometres from the start near Jääseidan Curling Center and Savotta kahvila, you pass Rönkönlammen tulipaikka and Rönkönlampi tulistelutupa in a small lake setting. Entering the Kiilopää resort side of the loop, about 8–9 km into the ride, Kiilopää pysäköintialue is the natural parking hub for many visitors; Suomen Latu Kiilopää - Kahvila & Ravintola, Kiilopään frisbeegolfrata, Kiilo-oja tulipaikka, Kiilopään Kuurakaltio winter-swimming spot, and Kiilopään uimapaikka cluster here if you want food, swim spots, or a break before the longer crossing toward Luulampi. Luulampi kota, Luulampi ulkotulipaikka, and Luulammen erämaakahvila form the main mid-route stop at the pond; Matkalla Missä Milloinkin’s hiking notes from the overlapping Luulammen polku describe the Luulampi shoreline as a highlight with Stone Age dwelling traces and remind readers to stay on marked paths in that sensitive belt. Between Luulampi and Kiilopää the landscape is open and gains a lot of height—Bikeland quotes on the order of 386 m cumulative ascent and a high point around 468 m for the Luulampi–Saariselkä ride family this loop belongs to. Verteksi, writing about summer rides toward Rumakuru and Luulampi from Kiilopää, notes how wide maintained gravel allows steady rolling even inside the national park but stresses that cycling is only allowed on the marked bike network. Near Rumakuru vanha päivätupa, Rumakuru vanha tulipaikka, Rumakuru Nuotiopaikka 2, Rumakuru päivätupa, and Rumakuru tulipaikka 1 you can pause in the gorge scenery; dry toilets are available at Rumakuru käymälä without needing to name them as waypoints in running text. Toward the north-east, Prospektorin Tulipaikka and Prospektorin kaivoskämppä add a short historical mining-side detour before the run closes again past Savotta kahvila toward the Kiilopää–Saariselkä service fringe.
The route shares track with parts of the marked bike loop Rönkönkierros and parallels walking access toward Luulampi from Ahopää for anyone mixing disciplines. Operators around Kiilopää organise bike rental and guided groups; Roll Outdoors publishes online booking for Saariselkä–Kiilopää rentals and guided ride packages, and Kiilopää Adventures at Kiilopää Challenge advertises daily rental-window hours and self-service bike pick-up options with advance reservation. Check operator pages before travel because staffing and season lengths can change.
Length & route
About 23.9 km as one marked summer loop. Metsähallitus publishes 3–5 hours as a typical duration. The vertical profile is moderate-to-hard mainly because of the long climb from Luulampi toward Kiilopää—independent route listings for the Luulampi circuits often quote on the order of 386 m ascent and a highest point near 468 m.
Getting there
The loop is easiest to join from the Kiilopää–Saariselkä service area. Kiilopää pysäköintialue sits along Kiilopääntie 620 with space for cars and coaches; after parking, roll north-west toward the UKK departure gate and follow orange route-5 bike markings. Suomen Latu Kiilopää and nearby cafés give an obvious landmark if you navigate from accommodation rather than GPS alone. The track also passes services at Jääseidan Curling Center on Viskitie near the Saariselkä built-up fringe if you need a village-side access point. Inari’s cycling pages point to printed Open Fell Biking maps at local businesses and tourism desks —worth grabbing for junction detail beyond what a phone screen shows.
Good to know
Cycling in Urho Kekkonen National Park is allowed only on the marked bike routes—do not shortcut across fragile vegetation. Respect campfire bans during wildfire warnings and use only designated fire sites when open fires are permitted. Dogs must be kept on a leash throughout the national park. Luulampi’s heritage restrictions mean some zones are off-limits for camping even when the rest of the park allows overnight stays elsewhere—read the signage at Luulampi kota and Luulammen erämaakahvila. Day-use cycling itself does not carry a separate trail fee on the pages consulted; normal park and parking rules still apply. Snow-free riding is usually practical between roughly June and late October in Lapland’s high season, but conditions vary year to year—check forecasts and any trail notices before setting out.
Where to rent bikes
Roll Outdoors rents electric and non-electric mountain and fat bikes from Kiilopää / Saariselkä with online booking at their shop portal; they also embed bike rental in guided tours when you book a package. Kiilopää Adventures (Kiilopää Challenge rental) keeps daily counter hours (typically 09:00–15:00) and offers self-service pick-up for bikes reserved through their Johku store. Compare bike types (full suspension vs. hardtail) with the long gravel climbs in mind.
Guided tours & Experiences
Roll Outdoors promotes private, workplace, and scheduled guided mountain bike programmes from Kiilopää in Urho Kekkonen National Park, including group-friendly e-bike options and winter light tours; contact details and tour menus are on their guided-bike pages. Kiilopää Adventures focuses more on equipment rental but can be approached for local advice.
Orange mountain-biking symbols and the route number 5.
Route Signs
Dogs (On Leash)
Dogs
Open / Good Condition
Open / Good Condition
Luontoon.fi – Maastopyöräreitti nro 5 Luulampi
Activities allowed
Bike
Activity
Terrain & conditions
23.9 km
Distance
About 3–5 hours as stated by Metsähallitus for this 23.9 km loop.
Est. Time
Gravelled, mostly 2–4 m wide forest and fell tracks with short duckboard sections near Kiilopää services; long steady climbs and equally long easier descents.
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Our data was researched from Inari, 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 markings, seasonal use, services on the loop, and the latest Metsähallitus guidance for this marked summer route in Urho Kekkonen National Park, start from the Maastopyöräreitti nro 5 Luulampi page on Luontoon.fi. Metsähallitus describes about 23.9 km (3–5 hours) on a gravelled, mostly wide track through mountai...
Luontoon.fi – Maastopyöräreitti nro 5 Luulampi+
Description
For markings, seasonal use, services on the loop, and the latest Metsähallitus guidance for this marked summer route in Urho Kekkonen National Park, start from the Maastopyöräreitti nro 5 Luulampi page on Luontoon.fi. Metsähallitus describes about 23.9 km (3–5 hours) on a gravelled, mostly wide track through mountain birch, green valleys, and under the shoulder of Kiilopää fell. Technically the riding is mostly easy-going, but the climb from Luulampi toward Kiilopää begins with roughly the first kilometre very steep, and the long descent toward Kiilopää is easier in technical terms. The route is marked with orange mountain-biking symbols and the number 5. It is for snow-free conditions only. Metsähallitus also notes duckboards in places near the Kiilopää fell-centre area, an atmospheric Rumakuru vanha päivätupa with campfire, and the newer spacious Luulampi day hut and Luulampi kota. In season Luulammen erämaakahvila operates as a wilderness café. Around Luulampi the terrain is a cultural heritage site and camping is restricted in part of the area—stay on the marked trail there. The Municipality of Inari summarises the wider Open Fell Biking network around Saariselkä–Kiilopää: numbered loops 1–7 are marked with symbols and numbers on the ground and on maps, with route descriptions and GPX available from regional tourism and map pages linked from Inari.fi.
In the western sector, after the early kilometres from the start near Jääseidan Curling Center and Savotta kahvila, you pass Rönkönlammen tulipaikka and Rönkönlampi tulistelutupa in a small lake setting. Entering the Kiilopää resort side of the loop, about 8–9 km into the ride, Kiilopää pysäköintialue is the natural parking hub for many visitors; Suomen Latu Kiilopää - Kahvila & Ravintola, Kiilopään frisbeegolfrata, Kiilo-oja tulipaikka, Kiilopään Kuurakaltio winter-swimming spot, and Kiilopään uimapaikka cluster here if you want food, swim spots, or a break before the longer crossing toward Luulampi. Luulampi kota, Luulampi ulkotulipaikka, and Luulammen erämaakahvila form the main mid-route stop at the pond; Matkalla Missä Milloinkin’s hiking notes from the overlapping Luulammen polku describe the Luulampi shoreline as a highlight with Stone Age dwelling traces and remind readers to stay on marked paths in that sensitive belt. Between Luulampi and Kiilopää the landscape is open and gains a lot of height—Bikeland quotes on the order of 386 m cumulative ascent and a high point around 468 m for the Luulampi–Saariselkä ride family this loop belongs to. Verteksi, writing about summer rides toward Rumakuru and Luulampi from Kiilopää, notes how wide maintained gravel allows steady rolling even inside the national park but stresses that cycling is only allowed on the marked bike network. Near Rumakuru vanha päivätupa, Rumakuru vanha tulipaikka, Rumakuru Nuotiopaikka 2, Rumakuru päivätupa, and Rumakuru tulipaikka 1 you can pause in the gorge scenery; dry toilets are available at Rumakuru käymälä without needing to name them as waypoints in running text. Toward the north-east, Prospektorin Tulipaikka and Prospektorin kaivoskämppä add a short historical mining-side detour before the run closes again past Savotta kahvila toward the Kiilopää–Saariselkä service fringe.
The route shares track with parts of the marked bike loop Rönkönkierros and parallels walking access toward Luulampi from Ahopää for anyone mixing disciplines. Operators around Kiilopää organise bike rental and guided groups; Roll Outdoors publishes online booking for Saariselkä–Kiilopää rentals and guided ride packages, and Kiilopää Adventures at Kiilopää Challenge advertises daily rental-window hours and self-service bike pick-up options with advance reservation. Check operator pages before travel because staffing and season lengths can change.
Length & route
About 23.9 km as one marked summer loop. Metsähallitus publishes 3–5 hours as a typical duration. The vertical profile is moderate-to-hard mainly because of the long climb from Luulampi toward Kiilopää—independent route listings for the Luulampi circuits often quote on the order of 386 m ascent and a highest point near 468 m.
Getting there
The loop is easiest to join from the Kiilopää–Saariselkä service area. Kiilopää pysäköintialue sits along Kiilopääntie 620 with space for cars and coaches; after parking, roll north-west toward the UKK departure gate and follow orange route-5 bike markings. Suomen Latu Kiilopää and nearby cafés give an obvious landmark if you navigate from accommodation rather than GPS alone. The track also passes services at Jääseidan Curling Center on Viskitie near the Saariselkä built-up fringe if you need a village-side access point. Inari’s cycling pages point to printed Open Fell Biking maps at local businesses and tourism desks —worth grabbing for junction detail beyond what a phone screen shows.
Good to know
Cycling in Urho Kekkonen National Park is allowed only on the marked bike routes—do not shortcut across fragile vegetation. Respect campfire bans during wildfire warnings and use only designated fire sites when open fires are permitted. Dogs must be kept on a leash throughout the national park. Luulampi’s heritage restrictions mean some zones are off-limits for camping even when the rest of the park allows overnight stays elsewhere—read the signage at Luulampi kota and Luulammen erämaakahvila. Day-use cycling itself does not carry a separate trail fee on the pages consulted; normal park and parking rules still apply. Snow-free riding is usually practical between roughly June and late October in Lapland’s high season, but conditions vary year to year—check forecasts and any trail notices before setting out.
Where to rent bikes
Roll Outdoors rents electric and non-electric mountain and fat bikes from Kiilopää / Saariselkä with online booking at their shop portal; they also embed bike rental in guided tours when you book a package. Kiilopää Adventures (Kiilopää Challenge rental) keeps daily counter hours (typically 09:00–15:00) and offers self-service pick-up for bikes reserved through their Johku store. Compare bike types (full suspension vs. hardtail) with the long gravel climbs in mind.
Guided tours & Experiences
Roll Outdoors promotes private, workplace, and scheduled guided mountain bike programmes from Kiilopää in Urho Kekkonen National Park, including group-friendly e-bike options and winter light tours; contact details and tour menus are on their guided-bike pages. Kiilopää Adventures focuses more on equipment rental but can be approached for local advice.
About 3–5 hours as stated by Metsähallitus for this 23.9 km loop.
Est. Time
Gravelled, mostly 2–4 m wide forest and fell tracks with short duckboard sections near Kiilopää services; long steady climbs and equally long easier descents.
Surface
Loop, Wide Track
Route Type
Partial Shade
Shade
Moderate Traffic
Traffic
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