Salamajärvi National Park lies near Kivijärvi in central Finland, a wilderness area of old-growth forest, marshland and the lake that gives the park its name. It is also known in Finnish as Salamajärven kansallispuisto, and its postal address is 43900 Kivijärvi.
What the park offers
The landscape is the main draw. Old-growth forests stand largely undisturbed, and the marshlands and Lake Salamajärvi give the park a quiet, open character. For a visitor who wants to be away from towns and roads, the setting is well suited to walking, watching and simply taking time outdoors.
- Old-growth forest, with stands of trees that have grown undisturbed for a long time
- Marshlands and wetland habitats
- Lake Salamajärvi and its shoreline
- Wildlife, including brown bears, lynx and numerous bird species
Planning a visit
Because the park is a wilderness reserve, visitors should come prepared for an undeveloped natural setting and for wildlife, bears and lynx among them. Kivijärvi is the nearest settlement and the place to base yourself for arrival and supplies. For details before you travel, the park can be reached by phone on +358 20 639 7302.
A visit here suits those who value nature over organised sights. Come for the forests, the water and the birdlife, and give yourself a slow day to take it in.