Iso-Kankainen Trail is about 2.3 km as a loop around Iso-Kankainen, a small recreation island on Pihlajavesi a short boat trip south of Savonlinna, South Savo. Metsähallitus publishes this route on Luontoon.fi, which is the place to double-check campfire rules, waste policies, and any seasonal notices before you go....
Savonlinna
Official Maintenance
Either direction around the island loop works.
Route direction
Recreation Area
Recreation Area
Lake
Lake
Open / Good Condition
Open / Good Condition
Hike / Walk
Activity
2.3 km
Distance
About 45–90 minutes on foot if you walk steadily; allow longer for swimming, lunch at a fireplace, or photography.
Est. Time
Mixed forest footpath, rock outcrops, and short sandy sections near the swimming beach; no long paved segments described in reviewed sources.
Surface
Loop, Single Track
Route Type
Light Traffic
Traffic
Partial Shade
Shade
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Our data was researched from Savonlinna, 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.