Where to go

Valgejärve nature study trail (6.5 km)

 
Harju County, Tallinn Recreation Area

The nature study trail introduces the Valgejärve Landscape Conservation Area, located in Saue Rural Municipality, Harju County, and the natural values surrounding it. You can read about the formation of Lake Valgejärv and the different forest types on the information boards located on the trail. The trail also includes a wolf enclosure, a former wolf trap, which traditionally consisted of two circular fences with bars, with live bait placed in the middle. There is a renovated observation tower on the trail, from which you can admire the view of the diverse bog and forest landscape. The length of the study trail is 6.5 km and its beginning and end are located on the shores of Lake Järveotsa, at the RMK Järveotsa Campfire Site.

Parking

Parking for 10 cars at the start of the trail

Amenities

Information boards, wolf enclosure, boardwalk, and observation tower.

Hiking Options

The trail is partially circular in shape, but starts and ends at the same place.

Sights

Lake Valgejärv and mire, animal feeding places, wolf enclosure, hunting pulpit, springs, tar kiln

Additional Information

Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy

Contact

Telephone: +372 676 7842

E-mail: info.viimsi@rmk.ee

Object type: study trail

Location info

Location : Harju County, Tallinn Recreation Area

Ellamaa village, Saue municipality, Harju County

Navigation instructions : Drive on Ääsmäe-Haapsalu Highway towards Haapsalu and turn right at the 29th kilometre after the sign. Drive 5 km to Lake Järveotsa, following the signs.

Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 59.096240
Longitude: 24.151367
L-EST 97x: 508706.8
L-EST 97y: 6550834.5

Telephone:
+372 676 7842
E-mail:
info.viimsi@rmk.ee
Object type:
study trail
Location info
Location:
Harju County, Tallinn Recreation Area
Ellamaa village, Saue municipality, Harju County
Navigation instructions:
Drive on Ääsmäe-Haapsalu Highway towards Haapsalu and turn right at the 29th kilometre after the sign. Drive 5 km to Lake Järveotsa, following the signs.
Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 59.096240
Longitude: 24.151367
L-EST 97x: 508706.8
L-EST 97y: 6550834.5