Metsähallitus describes Aurorapolku on Luontoon.fi as a demanding accessible trail in the Inari area, and that page is the right place to double-check rules and day-hut etiquette before you go. Karoliina Kaski's winter piece on Retkipaikka is worth reading for how the wide path rolls along the gorge rim, how the mod...
Inari
Official Maintenance
Walkers commonly hike Aurorapolku in either direction; the climb toward Aurora päivätupa - tapahtumatupa is steeper from the Luttojoki bridge side, while the return toward Saariselkä can feel quicker downhill.
Route direction
National Park
Area
Recreation Area
Recreation Area
River
River
Winter Maintenance
Winter Maintenance
Violet trail markers
Route Signs
Stroller Friendly
Accessibility
Open / Good Condition
Open / Good Condition
Hike / Walk
Activity
2 km
Distance
Allow about 45–75 minutes at a social pace with a fire or indoor warm-up at Aurora päivätupa; brisk walkers finish faster but the hut deserves a stop.
Est. Time
Wide, maintained hiker path with gravel and forest tread, short bridge crossings, and seasonal hardpack; some short banks beside the gorge call for sturdy footwear or poles.
Surface
Wide Track
Route Type
Light Traffic
Traffic
Partial Shade
Shade
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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.