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The Oostriku River was guided into a new riverbed, when the culvert was built in 1975. So a small island was formed, on which now the ‘Artesian spring’ campfire site can be found. Several decades ago in the course of mapping works geologists discovered a water vein. At first groundwater gushed out from the pipe to the height of nearly one metre. Now the flow of artesian water has slowed down, like also in Valtri well.
Parking
Roadside parking (do not park vehicles at the spring)
Amenities
Wrought-iron fire ring, picnic table, dry toilet, shelter, wrought-iron spout for the spring
Camping
The maximum number of tents (for 4) allowed is 1.
Sights
Artesian well (man-made), Oostriku River, the biota of the region
Additional Information
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy No firewood provided. Who wants to make campfire, please take firewood with you. Take all waste with you when you leave.
Restrictions
To organise a public event with more than 20 participants, a permit must be obtained from the protected area manager (Environmental Board). Driving a motor vehicle on the roads of the reserve is permitted. For driving an off-road vehicle a permit must be obtained from the protected area manager. Recreational fishing on the Oostriku River is allowed with fishing card only. Further information is available from Environmental Board.
Contact
Telephone: +372 676 7030
E-mail: info.elistvere@rmk.ee
Object type: campfire site
Location info
Location : Järva County, Endla Nature Reserve
Järva municipality, Järva County
Navigation instructions : On Tallinn–Tartu road at Mäeküla junction turn towards Koeru (sign “Koeru 34 km”). Just before Koeru turn to the right (follow the sign “Norra-Oostriku allikad 7 km”). Drive 11.8 km and turn left (follow the sign “Purskav allikas”). Continue for 0.7 km and you’ll get to the campfire site.
On Tallinn–Tartu road at Mäeküla junction turn towards Koeru (sign “Koeru 34 km”). Just before Koeru turn to the right (follow the sign “Norra-Oostriku allikad 7 km”). Drive 11.8 km and turn left (follow the sign “Purskav allikas”). Continue for 0.7 km and you’ll get to the campfire site.
