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Öördi bog is the only bog in Soomaa National Park where a remnant lake of a former large glacial lake has been preserved on the edge of the bog. Water regime restoration works are taking place at the edge of the bog, which is why the water level in the forest is higher than one would expect. After heavy rainfall, the woodchip trail may occasionally become submerged. Those who have wellies and are not afraid of water will be rewarded with a beautiful bog lake. However, it is not worth jumping into the lake, as there are a lot of pine roots and trunks under the surface of the water. It is, however, worth admiring the lake at sunset, especially while geese are migrating. The trail leads to the lake and two viewing platforms, and then back again. True nature lovers do not slosh around Lake Öördi, because extremely rare and sensitive bird species live there, and their nests area disturbed by the presence of people. Bicycles and tents should be left at the Öördi forest hut at the start of the trail.
Parking
Parking area for 7 cars.
Amenities
Forest hut, firewood shelter, fire ring with barbecue grill, 2 recreation sites, dry toilet
Berries-mushrooms
Mushrooms, cloudberries, cranberries, bilberries
Sights
Öördi bog, Öördi residual lake
Additional Information
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy
Restrictions
In the territory of the 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: study trail
Location info
Location : Viljandi County, Soomaa National Park
Iia village, Põhja-Sakala municipality, Viljandi County
Navigation instructions : When coming from the direction of Tallinn–Pärnu–Tori, drive to Tori, turn onto the Võlli road that leads to the national park. Then drive 6 km along the Jõesuu road to Jõesuu village. Before entering Jõesuu village, turn right onto Kõpu–Jõesuu road. To get to the destination, drive through the national park and drive 600 m from Iia village towards Kõpu, up to the sign directing to Lake Öördi. Turn left and drive 5.7 km along the forest road and the ride to the campfire site. When coming from the direction of Tartu–Viljandi, drive along Tartu–Viljandi–Pärnu road to Kõpu. After passing the Kõpu cemetery, turn right onto Kõpu–Jõesuu road. To get to the destination, drive 7 km to the sign directing to Lake Öördi. Turn right, drive 5.7 km along the forest road and the ride to the parking area. This is also where the study trail starts.
Iia village, Põhja-Sakala municipality, Viljandi County
Navigation instructions:
When coming from the direction of Tallinn–Pärnu–Tori, drive to Tori, turn onto the Võlli road that leads to the national park. Then drive 6 km along the Jõesuu road to Jõesuu village. Before entering Jõesuu village, turn right onto Kõpu–Jõesuu road. To get to the destination, drive through the national park and drive 600 m from Iia village towards Kõpu, up to the sign directing to Lake Öördi. Turn left and drive 5.7 km along the forest road and the ride to the campfire site. When coming from the direction of Tartu–Viljandi, drive along Tartu–Viljandi–Pärnu road to Kõpu. After passing the Kõpu cemetery, turn right onto Kõpu–Jõesuu road. To get to the destination, drive 7 km to the sign directing to Lake Öördi. Turn right, drive 5.7 km along the forest road and the ride to the parking area. This is also where the study trail starts.
