Description:
The trail turns off the jogging path from the ski centre and passes by Juutuanvaara. It passes through changing terrain along the shores of lakes and through a beautiful virgin forest. After the lakes the trail proceeds to Kivenoja and the Inari - Kittilä road. On the other side of the road you can hike to the River Juutuanjoki and see Otsamo Fell. Return along the Inari road.
Route: Inari - Juutuanvaara - Ahvenjärvi - Kivenjärvi - Taimenjärvi - Kivenoja - Inari.
Length and duration: 20 km, about 7-9 hours. The area is also suitable for camping.
Difficulty: Medium. Some climbs. A few wet places. Return along road.
Sights: Virgin forest and lots of small lakes.
Services: Fireplace: Kivenjärvi, Keski - Taimenjärvi, Taimenjärvi. Fishing allowed with permit.
Start: Juutua recreation area, Inari ski centre. Sign on Inari - Kittilä road. Parking lot and information board. The trail can be reached from the beginning of the jogging path.
Markings: Orange marks on trees. Signs.
Note: You can also reach the Juutua recreation area from Kivioja, the Inari - Kittilä road or Vanha Menesjärventie (Taimenjärvi intersection).
Gear: Day-trip gear of camping gear. Hiking shoes. Food and drink. Map.
Map: Juutua recration area map 1:100,000 / Finnish Forest and Park Service or Outdoor recreation map 1:100,000 Hammastunturi - Saariselkä.