Where to go

Harilaiu campsite

 
Saare County, Vilsandi National Park
Harilaiu peninsula is a part of Vilsandi National Park on the north-western coast of Saaremaa. The rectangular peninsula is connected with Tagamõisa peninsula by a narrow strip of land called Harilaiu Neck.
There are beautiful sand and pebble beaches and dunes on Harilaid. The sea is continually reshaping the coastline. If you visit the place repeatedly, you will see the coastline changes with your own eyes. There are several freshwater lakes in the peninsula, the largest of which is Laialepa bay. In addition to its interesting landscape, Harilaid is an area of great botanical and zoological value. It has been a protected area since 1924 already. Harilaid has always been uninhabited and when you go there it feels as if you have reached the end of the world, somewhere far away from civilization, and you are at the mercy of natural forces. To go to the campsite at Laialepa bay, you have to walk about 4 km along a hiking trail. At the other side of the campsite is the open sea. 
Parking

Parking area at the Harilaiu recreation site, 4 km away.

Amenities

Woodshed, outdoor fireplace, picnic table, camping area for tents, dry toilet

Hiking Options

Situated byHarilaiu hiking trail.

Outdoor Fireplace

Covered Fireplace

Berries-mushrooms

Milk-caps, boletes, etc.

Sights

Brackish water lake in the middle of the peninsula, Laiapea bay, a lighthouse at Kiipsaare cape in the northwestern end of the peninsula. The island of Harilaid ascended from the sea a millennium or two ago and is still in constant movement.

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 Vilsandi National Park. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee
Motorised vehicle traffic is prohibited!

Contact

Telephone: +372 454 6880

E-mail: info.vilsandi@rmk.ee

Object type: campsite

Location info

Location : Saare County, Vilsandi National Park

Kõruse village, Saaremaa muncipality

Navigation instructions : Harilaiu campsite is about 50 km from Kuressaare, the municipal centre of Saaremaa. Drive from Kuressaare by the Veere road until you reach Kõruse bus stop. Turn left, drive through Kõruse village and over Kiljatu stream. Turn left on the first possibility, the road will lead you to the parking area.
To reach the campsite you must hike about 4 km North-West on the marked path.

Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 58.485712
Longitude: 21.859881
L-EST 97x: 375195.7
L-EST 97y: 6484809.5

Telephone:
+372 454 6880
E-mail:
info.vilsandi@rmk.ee
Object type:
campsite
Location info
Location:
Saare County, Vilsandi National Park
Kõruse village, Saaremaa muncipality
Navigation instructions:
Harilaiu campsite is about 50 km from Kuressaare, the municipal centre of Saaremaa. Drive from Kuressaare by the Veere road until you reach Kõruse bus stop. Turn left, drive through Kõruse village and over Kiljatu stream. Turn left on the first possibility, the road will lead you to the parking area.
To reach the campsite you must hike about 4 km North-West on the marked path.
Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 58.485712
Longitude: 21.859881
L-EST 97x: 375195.7
L-EST 97y: 6484809.5