Suovu–Palonen nature trails
Description
Suovu–Palonen nature trails are short marked walking paths in the Suovu–Palonen recreation area in western Kuopio, North Savo. The route on our map is about 4.2 km and is not a closed loop. It reaches Ryönänkosken laavu roughly halfway—an open lean-to by the Palosenjoki rapids where you can pause above the water. The w...
Managed by
Kuopion kaupunki
Official Maintenance
Trail info
Walk in either direction along the open line; many visitors combine access from the Suovu shore or from near Ryönänkoski depending on the day’s loop plan.
Route direction
Recreation Area
Recreation Area
Lake
Lake
River
River
Green paint on trees and wooden posts on the wider Suovu–Palonen and Palosenjoki routes; carry a map in side branches where marks fade.
Route Signs
Dogs (On Leash)
Dogs
Open / Good Condition
Open / Good Condition
Activities allowed
Hike / Walk
Activity
Terrain & conditions
4.2 km
Distance
About one to one and a half hours of walking for the 4.2 km segment, more if you stop at Ryönänkosken laavu or link into the longer Suovu–Palonen hiking trail.
Est. Time
Forest paths and duckboard sections on the wider Palosenjoki routes; expect roots and occasional wet tread after rain.
Surface
Point-to-Point, Single Track
Route Type
Light Traffic
Traffic
Partial Shade
Shade
Location
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Answers to your questions
Our data was researched from Kuopion kaupunki, 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.
Suovu–Palonen nature trails4.2 km
Description
Suovu–Palonen nature trails are short marked walking paths in the Suovu–Palonen recreation area in western Kuopio, North Savo. The route on our map is about 4.2 km and is not a closed loop. It reaches Ryönänkosken laavu roughly halfway—an open lean-to by the Palosenjoki rapids where you can pause above the water. The w...
Managed by
Kuopion kaupunki
Official Maintenance
Trail info
Location
Walk in either direction along the open line; many visitors combine access from the Suovu shore or from near Ryönänkoski depending on the day’s loop plan.
Route direction
Recreation Area
Recreation Area
Lake
Lake
River
River
Green paint on trees and wooden posts on the wider Suovu–Palonen and Palosenjoki routes; carry a map in side branches where marks fade.
Route Signs
Dogs (On Leash)
Dogs
Open / Good Condition
Open / Good Condition
Location
Activities allowed
Hike / Walk
Activity
Terrain & conditions
4.2 km
Distance
About one to one and a half hours of walking for the 4.2 km segment, more if you stop at Ryönänkosken laavu or link into the longer Suovu–Palonen hiking trail.
Est. Time
Forest paths and duckboard sections on the wider Palosenjoki routes; expect roots and occasional wet tread after rain.
Surface
Point-to-Point, Single Track
Route Type
Light Traffic
Traffic
Partial Shade
Shade
Rate & Review
Be the first to write a review for "Suovu–Palonen nature trails"
Share a photo from a recent trip
Answers to your questions
Our data was researched from Kuopion kaupunki, 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.