Valkeinen circle trail
The crystal clear lake Valkeinen has a circle trail going around it. The trail is about 5,5 kilometres long and in the middle of it there is the Pökkelöniemi hut, where you can have a break. The difficulty level of this trail is easy, so the trail can be enjoyed by the whole family. If you prefer to take a longer hike in the trails, you can continue your journey from the lake Valkeinen all the way to Salamajärvi national park in Kinnula or head towards Reisjärvi, as the trail is part of the Peuran polku trail network. The circle trail is only one of the many activities you can enjoy while visiting Valkeinen.
Valkeisjärven leirintäalueoffers activities like minigolf, frisbeegolf and rental boats for fishing. They also have different types of traditional Finnish saunas and a hot tub and the restaurant serves all kinds of foods, snacks and desserts. You can also rent a cottage by the lake to spend more time by the spectacular lake Valkeinen. Next to Valkeisjärven leirintäalue there is Riistaravintola Pikku Peura,which is a catering-restaurant. You can reserve the restaurant for birthdays, weddings and other celebrations and the food will be delivered. Notice that Riistaravintola Pikku Peura is only open by reservation.
Directions
Valkeinen is located 15 kilometres from the town centre of Lestijärvi towards Kinnula. The lake can be seen from the road and there is a sign by the road to guide you to either Valkeisjärven leirintäalue or Riistaravintola Pikku Peura.
