Where to go

Suitsu hiking trail (1,3km)

 
Pärnu County, Matsalu National Park
This is 1,3 km long surface road, which runs in parallel with the flood meadow of the Suitsu River. The trail is well worth hiking in early spring, early in the morning or late in the evening, when the animals and birds are the most active.
Parking

Parking near Suitsu recreation site, about 200 m from the start of the trail, for 8 cars or 2 buses.

Amenities

1,3 km long surface road. There is 1 information stand along the trail.

Hiking Options

Available

Sights

Matsalu forest, floodplain meadow, reed beds, Suitsu River, old fishing huts, Suitsu observation tower.

Additional Information

  • Hiking trail to Suitsu forest hut is rerouted to the meadow path. Please follow signs with trekkers pictogram.
  • Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy
  • Restrictions

    Matsalu National Park, Matsalu forest special management zone. Before your visit, please get acquainted with valid nature conservation rules of Matsalu National Park. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee

    Contact

    Telephone: +372 513 8783

    E-mail: info.matsalu@rmk.ee

    Object type: hiking trail

    Location info

    Location : Pärnu County, Matsalu National Park

    Kirikuküla village, Lääneranna municipality, Pärnu County

    Navigation instructions : Drive 43 km from Risti to Virtsu (Road no. 10), turn right towards Penijõe. Drive 1 km and turn left towards Kirikuküla village (at the sign pointing 5.5 km to the Suitsu observation tower). Drive on the gravel road to the parking space on the bank of the Suitsu River. A surface road takes you to the Suitsu river and this marks the start of the hiking trail.

    Coordinates:

    Long-Lat WGS 84
    Latitude: 58.723178
    Longitude: 23.746772
    L-EST 97x: 485330
    L-EST 97y: 6509309

    Telephone:
    +372 513 8783
    E-mail:
    info.matsalu@rmk.ee
    Object type:
    hiking trail
    Location info
    Location:
    Pärnu County, Matsalu National Park
    Kirikuküla village, Lääneranna municipality, Pärnu County
    Navigation instructions:
    Drive 43 km from Risti to Virtsu (Road no. 10), turn right towards Penijõe. Drive 1 km and turn left towards Kirikuküla village (at the sign pointing 5.5 km to the Suitsu observation tower). Drive on the gravel road to the parking space on the bank of the Suitsu River. A surface road takes you to the Suitsu river and this marks the start of the hiking trail.
    Coordinates:

    Long-Lat WGS 84
    Latitude: 58.723178
    Longitude: 23.746772
    L-EST 97x: 485330
    L-EST 97y: 6509309