The observation tower is located near the Halliste River in the Tõramaa wooded meadow campfire site. From the tower it is possible to observe animals and birds, ancient oak trees, the undulating water field or the frozen expanse during high water.
Parking
Parking area for 3 cars
Amenities
A wooden observation tower with an open top
Sights
Restored flood-meadow, the Halliste River, forested meadow, large wild animals, attractive bird species
Additional Information
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy
Restrictions
Located in Soomaa National Park. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee
Contact
Telephone: +372 526 1924
E-mail: info.soomaa@rmk.ee
Object type: observation tower
Location info
Location : Viljandi County, Soomaa National Park
Tipu village, Põhja-Sakala municipality, Viljandi County
Navigation instructions :The observation tower’s location marker on the map shows the location of the campfire site’s parking lot. The campfire site of Tõramaa wooded meadow is located in Tipu village, on the border of Viljandi and Pärnu counties, at the end of the path going from the Kõpu-Jõesuu road (24 km from Kõpu) to the meadow. When coming from the direction of Tallinn-Pärnu-Tori, drive to Tori, turn onto the Võlli road that leads to the national park. Drive 6 km along the Jõesuu road to Jõesuu village and before driving into the village, turn right onto Kõpu-Jõesuu road. It is 14.4 km to the Nature Centre of the national park and the campfire site of Tõramaa wooded meadow from there. When you get to the sign directing you to the Nature Centre, drive 500 m, where a sign directs you to the 2.2-km trail that takes you to the campfire site. When coming from Tartu or Viljandi, drive along Tartu-Viljandi-Pärnu road to the settlement of Kõpu. After passing the cemetery, turn right to the Kõpu-Jõesuu road – it is 23.8 km to the Tõramaa campfire site. When you get to the sign, turn left, where a 2.2-km trail takes you to the campfire site.
Tipu village, Põhja-Sakala municipality, Viljandi County
Navigation instructions:
The observation tower’s location marker on the map shows the location of the campfire site’s parking lot. The campfire site of Tõramaa wooded meadow is located in Tipu village, on the border of Viljandi and Pärnu counties, at the end of the path going from the Kõpu-Jõesuu road (24 km from Kõpu) to the meadow. When coming from the direction of Tallinn-Pärnu-Tori, drive to Tori, turn onto the Võlli road that leads to the national park. Drive 6 km along the Jõesuu road to Jõesuu village and before driving into the village, turn right onto Kõpu-Jõesuu road. It is 14.4 km to the Nature Centre of the national park and the campfire site of Tõramaa wooded meadow from there. When you get to the sign directing you to the Nature Centre, drive 500 m, where a sign directs you to the 2.2-km trail that takes you to the campfire site. When coming from Tartu or Viljandi, drive along Tartu-Viljandi-Pärnu road to the settlement of Kõpu. After passing the cemetery, turn right to the Kõpu-Jõesuu road – it is 23.8 km to the Tõramaa campfire site. When you get to the sign, turn left, where a 2.2-km trail takes you to the campfire site.
The 10 km (back and forth) Poruni hiking trail runs along the banks of the Poruni River to the Narva River and returns to the starting point from there. 12 information boards have been placed along the trail. They introduce the nature of the region, the floodplain forest, native broad-leaved forest, draw attention to the geological formations sometimes exposed on the banks of the river and the military history that characterizes the region. Poruni hiking trail is marked with blue painted rectangles on trees and metal signposts.
Parking
Parking for 10 cars.
Water
Water from Poruni river
Amenities
2 covered fireplaces with grillrest, 3 information stands, 12 information boards, lean-to shelter, 2 firewood shelters, 3 dry toilets
Camping
Ovintse and Narva lake campfire sites
Sights
Poruni River, primeval forest, the legacy of military operations, Puhatu bogs
Additional Information
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy
Restrictions
The campfire site is situated in Puhatu Nature Reserve. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee
Contact
Telephone: +372 5681 5722
E-mail: info.alutaguse@rmk.ee
Object type: hiking trail
Location info
Location : Ida-Viru County, Alutaguse National Park
Alutaguse municipality, Ida-Viru County
Navigation instructions : Drive 36 km on Jõhvi–Vasknarva road, turn left (at the sign to the Poruni hiking trail). Drive 12 km to the border guard station, turn left (follow the sign at the junction) and drive 4 km to the road barrier. The parking area is to the left; here you can leave your car. Walk about 400 m forward and find the start of the Poruni hiking trail on the left.
NB! When driving from Narva direction, Google Maps offers a trip trough Auvere, which is a wrong way. The only way to access the hiking trail is from Jõhvi–Vasknarva road.
Drive 36 km on Jõhvi–Vasknarva road, turn left (at the sign to the Poruni hiking trail). Drive 12 km to the border guard station, turn left (follow the sign at the junction) and drive 4 km to the road barrier. The parking area is to the left; here you can leave your car. Walk about 400 m forward and find the start of the Poruni hiking trail on the left.
NB! When driving from Narva direction, Google Maps offers a trip trough Auvere, which is a wrong way. The only way to access the hiking trail is from Jõhvi–Vasknarva road.
The observation tower is located 700 m from Rüütli campfire site’s parking lot. The tower offers the view on the varied landscape of Rüütli bog. Geese and cranes stop in this place on their migration route. Sometimes you may see the bald eagle, the osprey and the peregrine falcon flying here.
Parking
Parking for 10 cars.
Amenities
The observation tower is 13 m, the highest platform is on 10 m
Hiking Options
Kotka hiking trail (6,7 km).
Camping
The maximum number of tents (for 4) allowed is 4.
Sights
Rüütli bog, sand ridges formed during the retreat of Lake Peipsi, different forest growth types, raised bog flora, bog islands, bog pools.
Additional Information
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy
Restrictions
The campfire site is situated in Muraka Nature Conservation Area. According to the nature conservation rules, motorised vehicle traffic is prohibited outside roads and paths. Campfires can be made only in designated sites.
Contact
Telephone: +372 5681 5722
E-mail: info.alutaguse@rmk.ee
Object type: observation tower
Location info
Location : Ida-Viru County, Alutaguse National Park
Alutaguse municipality, Ida-Viru County
Navigation instructions :The observation tower’s location marker on the map shows the location of the campfire site’s parking lot. Drive 36 km on Jõhvi–Tartu road, turn right after Iisaku small town (sign to Kotka hiking trail) and drive 1.2 forward, turn left at the junction to the road taking to the sand bank (follow the roadside signs). Drive 2 km to the parking area, where you can leave your car, and walk about 800 m to the campfire site on a bog island.
The observation tower’s location marker on the map shows the location of the campfire site’s parking lot. Drive 36 km on Jõhvi–Tartu road, turn right after Iisaku small town (sign to Kotka hiking trail) and drive 1.2 forward, turn left at the junction to the road taking to the sand bank (follow the roadside signs). Drive 2 km to the parking area, where you can leave your car, and walk about 800 m to the campfire site on a bog island.
VõimalusedMatkarada/MatkavõimalusTelkimineKattega lõkkekohtMaintenance during summerParkimine
Ida-Viru County, Alutaguse National Park
Narva jõe (Narva river) campfire site is located at the intersection of the picturesque Poruni and Narva rivers, on the edge of the Puhatu bog. Here you can meet many rare species of animals and plants, for example eagles belonging to the first protection category.
Parking
Poruni hiking trail's parking lot for 10 cars.
Water
Water from Poruni river
Amenities
Covered fireplace with grillrest, 4 benches, lean-to shelter, firewood shelter, picnic table with roof, DC
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy
Restrictions
The campfire site is situated in Puhatu Narure Reserve. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee
Contact
Telephone: +372 5681 5722
E-mail: info.alutaguse@rmk.ee
Object type: campfire site
Location info
Location : Ida-Viru County, Alutaguse National Park
Alutaguse municipality, Ida-Viru County
Navigation instructions : At the 36th km of the Jõhvi-Vasknarva road, turn left (sign "Porun hiking trail"). From there, drive 12 km to the border guards' cordon, turn left (sign on crossroad) and drive straight for 4 km to the barrier, to the left of which is a parking lot where you can leave your car. The campfire site is on the Narva river side of the Poruni hiking trail NB! For those coming from the direction of Narva, Google Maps offers the wrong road through Auvere, which leads to a dead end. The only access is from the Jõhvi–Vasknarva road.
At the 36th km of the Jõhvi-Vasknarva road, turn left (sign "Porun hiking trail"). From there, drive 12 km to the border guards' cordon, turn left (sign on crossroad) and drive straight for 4 km to the barrier, to the left of which is a parking lot where you can leave your car. The campfire site is on the Narva river side of the Poruni hiking trail NB! For those coming from the direction of Narva, Google Maps offers the wrong road through Auvere, which leads to a dead end. The only access is from the Jõhvi–Vasknarva road.
VõimalusedMatkarada/MatkavõimalusTelkimineKattega lõkkekohtMaintenance during summerParkimine
Ida-Viru County, Alutaguse National Park
The campfire site is located on the banks of the picturesque Poruni river, whose primeval valley is under the special attention together with Puhatu Wetland Complex. Here you can meet many rare species of animals and plants, for example eagles belonging to the first protection category.
Parking
Poruni hiking trail's parking lot for 10 cars.
Water
Water from Poruni river
Amenities
Covered fireplace with grillrest, 4 benches, firewood shelter, picnic table with roof, DC
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy
Restrictions
The campfire site is situated in Puhatu Nature Reserve. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee
Contact
Telephone: +372 5681 5722
E-mail: info.alutaguse@rmk.ee
Object type: campfire site
Location info
Location : Ida-Viru County, Alutaguse National Park
Alutaguse municipality, Ida-Viru County
Navigation instructions : At the 36th km of the Jõhvi-Vasknarva road, turn left (sign "Porun hiking trail"). From there, drive 12 km to the border guards' cordon, turn left (sign on crossroad) and drive straight for 4 km to the barrier, to the left of which is a parking lot where you can leave your car. After 500 m on right, on the other side of the ditch there is Ovintse campfire site. Right at the beginning of the Porun hiking trail on the bank of the river, and on the ruins of the old Ovintse ranger's place. NB! For those coming from the direction of Narva, Google Maps offers the wrong road through Auvere, which leads to a dead end. The only access is from the Jõhvi–Vasknarva road.
Telephone:
+372 5681 5722
E-mail:
info.alutaguse@rmk.ee
Object type:
campfire site
Location info
Location:
Ida-Viru County, Alutaguse National Park
Alutaguse municipality, Ida-Viru County
Navigation instructions:
At the 36th km of the Jõhvi-Vasknarva road, turn left (sign "Porun hiking trail"). From there, drive 12 km to the border guards' cordon, turn left (sign on crossroad) and drive straight for 4 km to the barrier, to the left of which is a parking lot where you can leave your car. After 500 m on right, on the other side of the ditch there is Ovintse campfire site. Right at the beginning of the Porun hiking trail on the bank of the river, and on the ruins of the old Ovintse ranger's place. NB! For those coming from the direction of Narva, Google Maps offers the wrong road through Auvere, which leads to a dead end. The only access is from the Jõhvi–Vasknarva road.
The campfire sites are on the bank of Lake Pesujärv. It is a popular swimming place. There is a boardwalk leading to the lakeside and a convenient pier for taking a dip. The Jõuga lake system comprises four lakes that emerged as a result of the melting of loose ice: Lake Jõuga Pesujärv, Lake Jõuga Linajärv, Lake Jõuga Liivjärv and Lake Armise. Several rare plant and animal species can be found in the lakes, e.g. the common water frog.
Parking
Parking for 15 cars.
Amenities
Asphalt parking lot, 6 covered outdoor fireplaces, 6 picnic tables with roof, dry toilet/inva DC, water well, floating bridge, stairs with viewing platform
Wheelchair Accessibility
From the parking lot, a 1.2 m wide boardwalk leads down to the beach, right out to the floating bridge. There is a small pocket halfway through. Since the boardwalk is quite steep due to the natural conditions, we recommend visiting it with a help. You can reach the two picnic tables from the parking lot along a boardwalk, but a natural path leads to the dry toilet.
Camping
The maximum number of tents (for 4) allowed is 14.
Jõuga burial mounds, 2 lakes with sandy shores (Lake Pesujärv, Lake Liivjärv), a short walking trail around the lakes
Additional Information
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy
Restrictions
The campfire sites are situated in Jõuga or Kivinõmme Landscape Reserve. According to the nature conservation rules, motorised vehicle traffic is prohibited outside roads and paths! Campfires can be made only in designated sites!
Contact
Telephone: +372 5681 5722
E-mail: info.alutaguse@rmk.ee
Object type: campfire site
Location info
Location : Ida-Viru County, Alutaguse National Park
Alutaguse municipality, Ida-Viru County
Navigation instructions : Drive 28 km on Jõhvi–Tartu road, turn left (at the signs to Jõuga lakes and Raudi) and drive 1.7 km to the campfire site. Roadside parking space is on the right.
Drive 28 km on Jõhvi–Tartu road, turn left (at the signs to Jõuga lakes and Raudi) and drive 1.7 km to the campfire site. Roadside parking space is on the right.
The campfire site is on the bank of Lake Martiska, the water level of which has dropped in recent decades due to industrial causes more than that of any other lake at Kurtna. The surface area of the lake is 2.5 ha and maximum depth 9 m.
Parking
Parking on unpaved road for about 5 cars.
Amenities
Information board, dry toilet, 2 covered fireplaces, 2 picnic table
Hiking Options
Kurtna hiking trail (9 km)
Camping
The maximum number of tents (for 4) allowed is 10.
The campfire site is situated in Kurtna Landscape Reserve. According to the nature conservation rules, motorised vehicle traffic is prohibited outside roads and paths. Campfires can be made only in designated sites.
Contact
Telephone: +372 5681 5722
E-mail: info.alutaguse@rmk.ee
Object type: campfire site
Location info
Location : Ida-Viru County, Alutaguse National Park
Restoration work on the water regime of Selisoo has begun and will continue until the spring of 2025. As part of this, the decayed boardwalk near Suurlauka will also be reconstructed. The old boardwalk will be removed in September, and the new one is expected to be completed by the end of November. We ask you to be cautious in the work area and, if possible, avoid planning visits to the trail in the vicinity of the work.
The pavilion and the campfire site offer a pleasant atmosphere even in poor weather. Selisoo hiking trail starts at Selisoo campfire site.
The campfire site is located on the eastern edge of Selisoo. Selisoo covers 2,051 hectares and is 7.4 km long and 3.7 km wide. Created by lakes that became overgrown nearly 10,000 years, valuable swamp landscape, the surrounding forest, lakes, protected species and their habitats are protected in the fen. This is where the Selisoo Nature Trail begins. A campfire site with a pavilion offers a pleasant stay even in bad weather.
According to tradition, the baron of Mäetaguse wanted to drain Lake Seli and a ditch was dug for that purpose. As the baron had become old and wretched, he ordered himself to be brought in with a stretcher when the lake had been drained.
Parking
Parking area for about 6 vehicles.
Amenities
2 campfire sites, shelter, pavilion, dry toilet, map of the trail
Hiking Options
Selisoo hiking trail (4 km).
Camping
The maximum number of tents (for 4) allowed is 3.
Berries-mushrooms
Cranberries, cloudberries, bog bilberries, milk-caps
Additional Information
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy
Restrictions
Selisoo Nature Conservation Area. According to the nature conservation rules, motorised vehicle traffic is prohibited outside roads and paths. Campfires can be made only in designated sites.
Contact
Telephone: +372 5681 5722
E-mail: info.alutaguse@rmk.ee
Object type: campfire site
Location info
Location : Ida-Viru County, Alutaguse National Park
Alutaguse municipality, Ida-Viru County
Navigation instructions : Drive 23 km on Jõhvi–Tartu road, turn right, then pass the turn to Estonia Mine and the bus stop and turn right (sign at the roadside). Follow the signs and drive 3 km on gravel road, then turn right (follow the sign to the parking area). Drive across the culvert, after 600 m you arrive at the campfire site.
Drive 23 km on Jõhvi–Tartu road, turn right, then pass the turn to Estonia Mine and the bus stop and turn right (sign at the roadside). Follow the signs and drive 3 km on gravel road, then turn right (follow the sign to the parking area). Drive across the culvert, after 600 m you arrive at the campfire site.
An old two-story forest keeper's place at the edge of one of Estonia's largest bogs - the Muraka bog. As the area is virtually uninhabited, it is very likely that a quiet visitor will see some wild animals here.
Parking
Park at the edge of field (in Mustassaare), 2 km from the hut.
Amenities
The old forest keeper’s place, two-storey hut, stove/oven, sleeps 5–6 people on bunk beds, picnic table, campfire site
Berries-mushrooms
Cloudberries
Sights
Muraka raised bog
Additional Information
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy
Restrictions
The forest hut is situated in the Muraka Nature Reserve. The forest hut remains within the Varessaare special management zone and according to the nature conservation rules, motorised vehicle traffic is prohibited outside roads and paths. Campfires can be made only in designated sites.
Contact
Telephone: +372 5681 5722
E-mail: info.alutaguse@rmk.ee
Object type: forest hut
Location info
Location : Ida-Viru County, Alutaguse National Park
Lüganuse municipality, Ida-Viru County
Navigation instructions : On Mäetaguse–Metsküla–Iisaku road drive to Vaabu village, turn right to Mustassaare. The road branches into two twice, keep to the right both times. Drive up to a demolished barn-dwelling, park your car there. Walk to the left, towards Muraka bog, across the field to the forest path. The Varessaare forest hut is situated 2 km from the start of the hiking trail.
On Mäetaguse–Metsküla–Iisaku road drive to Vaabu village, turn right to Mustassaare. The road branches into two twice, keep to the right both times. Drive up to a demolished barn-dwelling, park your car there. Walk to the left, towards Muraka bog, across the field to the forest path. The Varessaare forest hut is situated 2 km from the start of the hiking trail.
Rüütli campfire site is located on one of the four separate plots of Muraka Nature Reserve (total area 14,058 hectares). The varied landscape of Muraka wetland is the habitat for several rare animal, bird, mushroom and plant species. Geese and cranes use this place as a stopover during migration. Sometimes you may see the golden eagle, the osprey and the peregrine falcon flying here. Early in the spring the black grouse play their courtship game on the frozen mire. Fox trails lead from one bog island to another. The orchids growing in the Rüütli reserve are Dactylorhiza incarnata, the early marsh-orchid; Dactylorhiza fuchsii, the common spotted orchid; and Dactylorhiza maculata, the heath spotted-orchid.
Parking
Parking for 10 cars
Amenities
2 campfire sites, dry toilet, shelter, conical tent, information board, observation tower on upland
Hiking Options
Kotka hiking trail (6,7 km)
Camping
The maximum number of tents (for 4) allowed is 4.
Berries-mushrooms
Cranberries
Sights
Different forest growth types, sand ridges formed during the retreat of Lake Peipsi, raised bog flora, bog islands, bog pools, “money pit”, Rüütli bog
Additional Information
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy
Restrictions
The campfire site is situated in Muraka Nature Conservation Area. According to the nature conservation rules, motorised vehicle traffic is prohibited outside roads and paths. Campfires can be made only in designated sites.
Contact
Telephone: +372 5681 5722
E-mail: info.alutaguse@rmk.ee
Object type: campfire site
Location info
Location : Ida-Viru County, Alutaguse National Park
Alutaguse municipality, Ida-Viru County
Navigation instructions : Drive 36 km on Jõhvi–Tartu road, turn right after Iisaku small town (sign to Kotka hiking trail) and drive 1.2 forward, turn left at the junction to the road taking to the sand bank (follow the roadside signs). Drive 2 km to the parking area, where you can leave your car, and walk about 800 m to the campfire site on a bog island.
Drive 36 km on Jõhvi–Tartu road, turn right after Iisaku small town (sign to Kotka hiking trail) and drive 1.2 forward, turn left at the junction to the road taking to the sand bank (follow the roadside signs). Drive 2 km to the parking area, where you can leave your car, and walk about 800 m to the campfire site on a bog island.
