The Jerisjoki paddling route is about 26.3 km as one continuous line on the map: a point-to-point river journey in Muonio, Lapland, from the Jerisjärvi area down to the village of Muonio. For difficulty grading, season, put-in and take-out options, rapid notes, and links to local guided canoe programmes, Discover Muoni...
Discover Muonio – Jerisjoki River (Acerbi's Route)+
Description
The Jerisjoki paddling route is about 26.3 km as one continuous line on the map: a point-to-point river journey in Muonio, Lapland, from the Jerisjärvi area down to the village of Muonio. For difficulty grading, season, put-in and take-out options, rapid notes, and links to local guided canoe programmes, Discover Muonio’s Jerisjoki page is the practical place to start. The same materials point paddlers to Suomen Melonta- ja soutuliitto’s paddling etiquette for responsible behaviour on water.
The river is often introduced with Giuseppe Acerbi’s 1799 travel account; Discover Muonio quotes his impression of gentle scenery and the large source lake above the stream. In local tradition the same line is known as Acerbin keino: Melontaa läpi vuosikymmenten recounts long-running midsummer races along Jerisjärvi–Muonio, names rapids in sequence (including Torvikoski, Juurikka, and Vääräkkä), and notes about 28 metres of drop along the course—useful background on how paddlers have used the water for decades, even though it is not a substitute for current safety planning.
Discover Muonio describes a small, varied river: nine class I–II rapids, stretches of lake and calm water, and a character that shifts with water level. Mid-summer low water can make some rapids rocky and awkward to read; Juurikka and Vääräkkä are called out as places where you may need to land and wade. In higher water the pace and waves increase, and Torvikoski is discussed as reaching class 2. You should have prior experience on moving water; scouting unfamiliar rapids from the bank before committing is standard advice. The tourism site recommends a guide for the fullest experience on this kind of river.
Along the line, about 6.7 km from the start, Uusipalon kota offers a kota-style stop in the forest—handy for a longer day or overnight planning. Nearer Muonio, the route approaches services and shore access; the central swimming beach is a natural landing reference at the downstream end. On land, the Jerisjärvi area connects to other outdoor networks: for example the ski track round Jerisjärvi and summer hiking route 2 toward Mustavaara sit in the same landscape for anyone combining paddling with walking days.
If you fish from the canoe, check which permits apply on the waters you use. Discover Muonio’s fishing pages explain that Jerisjoki does not have a separate single-river permit in the same way as some named beats; viehekalastus on state waters in western Lapland is often covered together with Metsähallitus West Lapland fishing permits, alongside the general rules on kalastonhoitomaksu and local restrictions. You can buy kalastonhoitomaksu through Eräluvat when your age and method require it.
Length & route
The route is about 26.3 km as one continuous trip on the map, point-to-point rather than a loop. Discover Muonio describes the outing as roughly 25 km and lists nine class I–II rapids between Kutuniva on Jerisjärvi (or an alternative start at Torassieppi) and Muonio (or finishing at Torassieppi if you split the trip). Portaging or wading may be needed on the lowest rapids when water is low and lines are hard to read.
Getting there
Choose put-in and take-out to match your shuttle: Discover Muonio gives Kutuniva in Jerisjärvi or Torassieppi as start options, and Muonio or Torassieppi as finishes. Arrange car shuttle for a one-way descent; local canoe-tour operators listed on the same page can help with logistics on guided trips. For road access and general arrival in the area, use Discover Muonio’s location and arrival section.
Good to know
Wear a life jacket and paddle within your skill level; Suomen Melonta- ja soutuliitto publishes paddling etiquette covering life jackets, giving way to other craft, landing away from yards, and respecting conservation rules. Discover Muonio’s fishing section discusses Jerisjoki together with Olosjärvi and notes viehekalastus on state waters in western Lapland under the West Lapland permit framework. If you fish while paddling, pay kalastonhoitomaksu through Eräluvat when your age and method require it, and confirm any extra local licences for the beats you use.
History
Giuseppe Acerbi travelled in Lapland in 1799; Discover Muonio quotes his writing on the Jerisjoki landscape. The name Acerbin keino is tied in local paddling culture to commemorative races; Melontaa läpi vuosikymmenten documents annual midsummer races from Jerisjärvi toward Muonio from the 1970s onward, with early winning times and evolving race names.
Where to rent kayaks
Discover Muonio lists several Muonio-area operators that run guided canoeing programmes (for example Arctic Flow, Fell Trek, Harriniva Adventure Resort, Jeris Lakeside Resort, Lapland Safaris, PuroPuro, Torassieppi Eco Reindeer Resort, Visanto Lodge, Wildmaker Lapland, and others). Check each operator’s own pages for current schedules, group sizes, and whether they provide boats and safety gear for Jerisjoki descents. Wildmaker Lapland advertises small-group Lapland programmes including canoeing in the Muonio area.
Guided tours & Experiences
Discover Muonio suosittelee opastettua melontaa täydellisimmän elämyksen saamiseksi ja linkittää laajan listan paikallisista yrityksistä, jotka järjestävät melontaohjelmia Muoniossa. Tarjolla on yleensä päivä- tai usean päivän retkiä; varmista Jerisjokeen sopivat aikataulut suoraan palveluntarjoajalta.
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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.
The Jerisjoki paddling route is about 26.3 km as one continuous line on the map: a point-to-point river journey in Muonio, Lapland, from the Jerisjärvi area down to the village of Muonio. For difficulty grading, season, put-in and take-out options, rapid notes, and links to local guided canoe programmes, Discover Muoni...
Discover Muonio – Jerisjoki River (Acerbi's Route)+
Description
The Jerisjoki paddling route is about 26.3 km as one continuous line on the map: a point-to-point river journey in Muonio, Lapland, from the Jerisjärvi area down to the village of Muonio. For difficulty grading, season, put-in and take-out options, rapid notes, and links to local guided canoe programmes, Discover Muonio’s Jerisjoki page is the practical place to start. The same materials point paddlers to Suomen Melonta- ja soutuliitto’s paddling etiquette for responsible behaviour on water.
The river is often introduced with Giuseppe Acerbi’s 1799 travel account; Discover Muonio quotes his impression of gentle scenery and the large source lake above the stream. In local tradition the same line is known as Acerbin keino: Melontaa läpi vuosikymmenten recounts long-running midsummer races along Jerisjärvi–Muonio, names rapids in sequence (including Torvikoski, Juurikka, and Vääräkkä), and notes about 28 metres of drop along the course—useful background on how paddlers have used the water for decades, even though it is not a substitute for current safety planning.
Discover Muonio describes a small, varied river: nine class I–II rapids, stretches of lake and calm water, and a character that shifts with water level. Mid-summer low water can make some rapids rocky and awkward to read; Juurikka and Vääräkkä are called out as places where you may need to land and wade. In higher water the pace and waves increase, and Torvikoski is discussed as reaching class 2. You should have prior experience on moving water; scouting unfamiliar rapids from the bank before committing is standard advice. The tourism site recommends a guide for the fullest experience on this kind of river.
Along the line, about 6.7 km from the start, Uusipalon kota offers a kota-style stop in the forest—handy for a longer day or overnight planning. Nearer Muonio, the route approaches services and shore access; the central swimming beach is a natural landing reference at the downstream end. On land, the Jerisjärvi area connects to other outdoor networks: for example the ski track round Jerisjärvi and summer hiking route 2 toward Mustavaara sit in the same landscape for anyone combining paddling with walking days.
If you fish from the canoe, check which permits apply on the waters you use. Discover Muonio’s fishing pages explain that Jerisjoki does not have a separate single-river permit in the same way as some named beats; viehekalastus on state waters in western Lapland is often covered together with Metsähallitus West Lapland fishing permits, alongside the general rules on kalastonhoitomaksu and local restrictions. You can buy kalastonhoitomaksu through Eräluvat when your age and method require it.
Length & route
The route is about 26.3 km as one continuous trip on the map, point-to-point rather than a loop. Discover Muonio describes the outing as roughly 25 km and lists nine class I–II rapids between Kutuniva on Jerisjärvi (or an alternative start at Torassieppi) and Muonio (or finishing at Torassieppi if you split the trip). Portaging or wading may be needed on the lowest rapids when water is low and lines are hard to read.
Getting there
Choose put-in and take-out to match your shuttle: Discover Muonio gives Kutuniva in Jerisjärvi or Torassieppi as start options, and Muonio or Torassieppi as finishes. Arrange car shuttle for a one-way descent; local canoe-tour operators listed on the same page can help with logistics on guided trips. For road access and general arrival in the area, use Discover Muonio’s location and arrival section.
Good to know
Wear a life jacket and paddle within your skill level; Suomen Melonta- ja soutuliitto publishes paddling etiquette covering life jackets, giving way to other craft, landing away from yards, and respecting conservation rules. Discover Muonio’s fishing section discusses Jerisjoki together with Olosjärvi and notes viehekalastus on state waters in western Lapland under the West Lapland permit framework. If you fish while paddling, pay kalastonhoitomaksu through Eräluvat when your age and method require it, and confirm any extra local licences for the beats you use.
History
Giuseppe Acerbi travelled in Lapland in 1799; Discover Muonio quotes his writing on the Jerisjoki landscape. The name Acerbin keino is tied in local paddling culture to commemorative races; Melontaa läpi vuosikymmenten documents annual midsummer races from Jerisjärvi toward Muonio from the 1970s onward, with early winning times and evolving race names.
Where to rent kayaks
Discover Muonio lists several Muonio-area operators that run guided canoeing programmes (for example Arctic Flow, Fell Trek, Harriniva Adventure Resort, Jeris Lakeside Resort, Lapland Safaris, PuroPuro, Torassieppi Eco Reindeer Resort, Visanto Lodge, Wildmaker Lapland, and others). Check each operator’s own pages for current schedules, group sizes, and whether they provide boats and safety gear for Jerisjoki descents. Wildmaker Lapland advertises small-group Lapland programmes including canoeing in the Muonio area.
Guided tours & Experiences
Discover Muonio suosittelee opastettua melontaa täydellisimmän elämyksen saamiseksi ja linkittää laajan listan paikallisista yrityksistä, jotka järjestävät melontaohjelmia Muoniossa. Tarjolla on yleensä päivä- tai usean päivän retkiä; varmista Jerisjokeen sopivat aikataulut suoraan palveluntarjoajalta.
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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.