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SaveOne of the 2 major ski centers in the north Lapland. The best area for nordic skiing. Very unique area. High elevation fells with a lot of low gradient slopes. Perfect for biking and especially ebikes. Winter biking trail network.
Biking as of now is restricted to certain trails within the national park.
Biking as of now is restricted to certain trails within the national park.
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- Mountain Bike
93 trails
- E-Bike
84 trails
- Gravel Bike
39 trails
- Adaptive Bike
3 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
12 trails
- Hike
93 trails
- Trail Running
93 trails
Region Details
- 14
- 16
- 30
- 27
- 5
- 1
Region Status
Open as of Jul 1, 2024Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 93
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 93
- Trails E-Bike
- 84
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 39
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 3
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 12
- Trails Hike
- 93
- Trails Trail Running
- 93
- Trails Snowshoe
- 2
- Trails Downhill Ski
- 2
- Trails Backcountry Ski
- 2
- Trails Nordic Ski
- 2
- Total Distance
- 87 miles
- Total Descent
- 12,562 ft
- Total Vertical
- 997 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 1,590 ft
- Reports
- 7
- Photos
- 2
- Completed Counter
- 1,178
Popular Saariselkä Mountain Biking Trails
• 70 ★ 0.0 • 3 miles • 6 ft • 39 •
A long mellow singletrack to and from Kulmakuru. Connects with the trail to Tolosjoki. Some rocky parts at both ends and two sections over a marsh.
• 70 ★ 0.0 • 2 miles • 32 ft • 38 •
One of the more epic descents/climbs in Saariselkä region. The view to Kulmakuru gorge is a good one from the top. Nice rolling singletrack on the upper and lower parts. Middle sections can be quite wet during the rainy season.
• 100 ★ 0.0 • 1 mile • 176 ft • 36 •
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 176 ft blue climb. It features rock garden. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 8 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 0.0 • 3,766 ft • 0 ft • 32 •
Another suprisingly flowy trail in Saariselkä. There's a lot of spots to pump more speed and even some corners that resemble a berm made by nature. Lower section has a few line choices among the small birch trees.
• 70 ★ 0.0 • 1,696 ft • 23 ft • 24 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
• 35 ★ 0.0 • 2,473 ft • 0 ft • 23 •
A short but fun singletrack descent on a flowy bouncy trail. Stay to the right, on the larger bit of trail in the first intersection after 100m of riding.
• 100 ★ 0.0 • 476 ft • 0 ft • 21 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
• 90 ★ 4.0 • 4,728 ft • 20 ft • 20 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 20 ft black diamond climb. It features jump and rock garden. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
Photos of Saariselkä Mountain Bike
Videos of Saariselkä Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Iisakkipää creek | Aug 27, 2021 @ 2:04am Aug 27, 2021 | Dry | kampilate | ||
| Iisakkipää south | Aug 27, 2021 @ 2:04am Aug 27, 2021 | Dry | kampilate | ||
| Kulmakuru Singletrack South | Aug 27, 2021 @ 2:04am Aug 27, 2021 | Dry | kampilate | ||
| Kulmakuru-Tolosjoki | Aug 27, 2021 @ 2:04am Aug 27, 2021 | Dry | kampilate | ||
| Urupää Kaunispää Transfer | Aug 27, 2021 @ 2:04am Aug 27, 2021 | Dry | kampilate | ||
| Urupää Flöy | Aug 27, 2021 @ 2:04am Aug 27, 2021 | Dry | kampilate | ||
| Kaunispää Downhill West | Aug 22, 2019 @ 5:48am Aug 22, 2019 | Dry | SveinWS |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GaetantVXztn | wishlist | trail | activity #95715123 and 1 more | May 28, 2026 @ 9:58am May 28, 2026 |
| Bunabe | add | trail | activity #66102214 and 1 more | Feb 12, 2025 @ 10:18am Feb 12, 2025 |
| Bunabe | add | video | activity #65496819 | Feb 1, 2025 @ 12:01am Feb 1, 2025 |
| Bunabe | add | video | activity #65306596 | Jan 28, 2025 @ 12:12am Jan 28, 2025 |
| Bunabe | add | trail | activity #61980832 | Nov 18, 2024 @ 5:47am Nov 18, 2024 |
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Descent 100k Badge0 awarded
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 93 | 87 miles | 12,562 ft | 46 miles | 997 ft | #2,313 | #18 | 2 | 7 | 305 | ||
| E-Bike | 84 | 73 miles | 10,338 ft | 38 miles | 997 ft | #1,036 | #15 | 7 | 75 | |||
| Gravel Bike | 39 | 39 miles | 5,138 ft | 21 miles | 679 ft | #539 | #5 | 1 | 1 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 3 | 6 miles | 597 ft | 2 miles | 515 ft | #696 | #14 | 1 | ||||
| Winter Fat Bike | 12 | 22 miles | 2,858 ft | 11 miles | 787 ft | #375 | #8 | 3 | ||||
| Hike | 93 | 87 miles | 12,562 ft | 46 miles | 997 ft | #1,594 | #15 | 7 | 52 | |||
| Trail Running | 93 | 87 miles | 12,562 ft | 46 miles | 997 ft | #1,183 | #15 | 7 | 5 | |||
| Snowshoe | 2 | 4 miles | 630 ft | 2 miles | 417 ft | 11 | ||||||
| Downhill Ski | 2 | 4 miles | 630 ft | 2 miles | 417 ft | 17 | ||||||
| Backcountry Ski | 2 | 4 miles | 630 ft | 2 miles | 417 ft | 9 | ||||||
| Nordic Ski | 2 | 4 miles | 630 ft | 2 miles | 417 ft | 111 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Saariselkä?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Saariselkä are:
- Iisakkipää creek (4/5)
- Pääsiäiskuru (4/5)
- Tammukkaaja (3.8/5)
- Iisakkipää south (0/5)
- Iisakkipää SuoraLakki (0/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Saariselkä?
Check the Saariselkä trail map for trailhead and parking information. Community members regularly update access and parking details for trails in the area.
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What is the longest trail in Saariselkä?
The longest trail in Saariselkä is Kiilopää-Rumakuru at 2.9 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Saariselkä?
The best hiking trails in Saariselkä are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Saariselkä?
The best trail running trails in Saariselkä are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Saariselkä?
Saariselkä has a total of 93 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Saariselkä to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Saariselkä?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Saariselkä is Tammukkaaja with 406 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Saariselkä?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Saariselkä is Kulmakuru-Tolosjoki with 714 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Saariselkä?
Saariselkä supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Saariselkä?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Saariselkä is Urupää NorttiTie with an average grade of 5.7%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Saariselkä?
Yes, there are 1 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Saariselkä. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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Are the trails open in Saariselkä?
The overall region status for Saariselkä is Clear / Green. Out of 7 trails:
- Clear / Green: 7
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Can I ride an ebike in Saariselkä?
Yes, Saariselkä supports e-bike riding. There are 13 trails in Saariselkä that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What is the highest summit in Saariselkä?
The highest summit in Saariselkä is Hammastunturi at 1,716 ft elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Saariselkä?
The most popular Strava segments in Saariselkä are:
- Stage 3 välilasku 6 (1,087 athletes)
- Iisakkipään nousu alaosa (1,062 athletes)
- Descend from Kulmakuru (792 athletes)
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Saariselkä?
Yes, there are 3 accessible/adaptive trails in Saariselkä. View all adaptive trails in Saariselkä for specific accessibility information.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Saariselkä?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Saariselkä are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Saariselkä?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Saariselkä are:
- Pääsiäiskuru (4/5)
- Iisakkipää south (0/5)
- Iisakkipää Väli (0/5)
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