Southern Konnevesi National Park

Island-studded lake waters and rocky shores in Finland's Lakeland

Southern Konnevesi protects islands in the southern part of Lake Konnevesi and a long continuous stretch of mainland along the lake's eastern shore. Smooth glaciated rocks and vertical rock walls rise from clear water where wild brown trout live.

1Lake KonnevesiWide open waters to explore by boat or canoe, with clear water and trout depths.

Things to do

  • On the waterPaddle a canoe through the maze of islands among glaciated rocks and vertical rock walls
  • On the waterCross the wide open waters of Lake Konnevesi by boat
  • On footTrek from herb-rich forests up to the high cliffs for a view over the landscape
  • Try thisLook down into the clear water for a glimpse of the depths
Lake Konnevesi
Lake Konnevesi
Finland · Central Finland Est. 2014 Size 17 km² Protected area category: IUCN II

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    Island maze

    Smooth glaciated rocks and vertical rock walls to paddle between.
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    Eastern shore cliffs

    High cliffs above herb-rich forest, with a view over osprey country.

Where it is

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